The Contract Specialist position at Brown University involves processing and negotiating contractual agreements related to procurement while collaborating with various campus partners. The role requires experience in contract negotiations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a hybrid work environment
Job Summary
The Contract Specialist acts as a primary resource for processing contractual agreements related to the procurement of goods and services.
The position manages requests submitted through the university’s enterprise contract management system (BCM) and may also perform various tasks related to the support of the contract management system.
Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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The Contract Specialist position at Brown University involves processing and negotiating contractual agreements related to procurement while collaborating with various campus partners. The role requires experience in contract negotiations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a hybrid work environment.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Contract review and drafting
Contract negotiation
University policies and standards
Enterprise contract management system
Risk identification and mitigation
Nice-to-have
Collaborative work environment
Strong ethical standards
Fast-paced environment adaptability
Key Requirements
2 to 4 years of contract negotiations experience
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Paralegal experience preferred
Higher education or procurement experience preferred