Contract Administrator II

Overview

Negotiate and manage contracts, bids, and compliance for ALLETE.

Key Responsibilities

• contract negotiation
• bid management
• contract administration
• bid analysis
• compliance assurance
• value procurement

Tasks

-Negotiate commercial contract terms and provide commercial/contractual advice to others. -Assure standardization of contract terminology, documentation and administrative procedures for complex requisitions. -Administer the contracting process through preparing and issuing bid documents, contract formation, change order review, resolution of disputes, and contract close out. -Analyze and evaluate bids received and make recommendations regarding awards and contracts. -Obtain best economic value for goods and services while ensuring compliance with government regulations and company policies.

Requirements

• cpsm
• oracle
• excel
• bachelor
• decision‑making
• communication

What You Bring

-Degree in supply chain, purchasing, materials management, business administration, accounting, economics, engineering, or equivalent preferred OR -Understands risks and is able to make decisions in the absence of supervision. -Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification preferred -Effective communication and interpersonal skills required to establish and maintain good working relationships and to communicate pricing and contract requirements. -Proficiency in Word and Excel required. -Oracle system experience preferred. -This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude. -Bachelor degree PLUS four years or more related experience required -Associates degree PLUS six years or more related experience required

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Benefits

-Tuition Reimbursement -Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts -Professional Development Opportunities -Life Insurance, Disability & Voluntary Benefits -This position may be considered for a hybrid work arrangement based on ALLETE’s needs. A Hybrid work arrangement means the employee's position will be a blend of work performed both in-person and at an offsite location such as an employee's home office. This position will report to Duluth, MN. -Compensation Incentive Program -Retirement Benefits -Medical, Dental & Vision Plan -Paid Time Off -The expected annual compensation range for this position is $70,000 - $87,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.

About Allete

-Committed to delivering innovative, sustainable energy solutions. -Focus on clean energy projects, such as wind and solar power generation. -Utilize cutting-edge technologies to construct and maintain reliable energy infrastructure. -Leading the transformation of the energy sector with renewable solutions. -Notable projects include large-scale solar installations and wind farm developments. -Dedicated to enhancing the environment with cleaner, renewable energy alternatives.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-employer will not sponsor visas for this position.