Address Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company's new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com .
It's not just about your career... or your job title...it's about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters...do things that haven't been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
What are we offering you?
- Permanent full-time position
- Hybrid working model - working from home options where applicable to role
- Discounted health insurance with Medibank
- Novated Leasing option
- Lifestyle Discounts with car rentals and hotels
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
The Snr Commercial / Contracts Manager - will report to the Digital Solutions Program Management Director and work closely with project execution teams of Wabtec Control Systems (WCS) in the successful delivery of digital solutions and maintenance and support agreements for said solutions.
The successful candidate will be an integral member of the cross functional project delivery team for designated contracts. The contract manager will provide support, guidance and training on all aspects of contract management, including compliance with contractual processes and requirements and best practices in contract management for the purpose of risk mitigation.
The contract manager will prepare and negotiate various contract documents such as change requests, schedules and registers, subcontracts, re-sale agreements and contract amendments. The contract manager will participate in project related meetings as required and will monitor and report on contract status, including contract changes. The contract manager will support and assist in the resolution of claims and disputes. The contract manager will consult and work closely with the WCS's Legal Counsel and other members of the legal and Commercial team.
The contract manager may also be required to review and assist in the preparation and negotiation of commercial contracts with customers, including with respect to Statements of Work and Pricing Schedules. The Contracts manager will work collaboratively with commercial bid teams, including Sales and Commercial Operations Leads and take instruction from Snr Director, Legal Counsel.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for contract management with respect to all major contracts or subcontracts within the remit of WCS in Australia.
- Review and assist in the preparation and finalization of change requests, change authorizations, non-disclosure agreements, requests for proposal submissions, subcontracts, pre-sale agreements and other contract related documentation arising during customer contract performance.
- Provide guidance and training to the business and project execution teams on contract administration.
- Provide support and guidance in relation to the management and resolution of claims and disputes.
- Providing contract management guidance to a cross functional team including Engineers, and Program and Project Managers.
- Proactively seek to identify, assess and manage risk during the performance of customer contracts and subcontracts, including by exploring and recommending risk management strategies.
- As required, participate in the preparation, review and negotiation of customer contracts.
- Sensibly balance the need to promote and foster positive working relationships with customers against the need to proactively protect and promote the commercial interests of Wabtec Australia /WCS.
- Learn and understand the contracting practices and policies of the business and contribute to lessons learned and constant improvement.
- Be capable of working productively and effectively without oversight.
- Exercise sound judgment including by providing updates and seeking input from relevant business stakeholders.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree; with preference for a bachelor's degree in law, Legal Studies, Commerce, Project Management, Software, or STEM Major (science, technology, engineering, math) from an accredited university or college
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in a contract management or legal role in a project management environment
- Minimum 3-5 years' experience working in a software or systems engineering project.
- Demonstrated high standard of communications skills, in written and verbal forms. This includes preparing written correspondence on complex matters, and delivery of verbal briefings to stakeholders.
- Demonstrated negotiation skills, to be used in resolution of disputes, and agreement of contractual terms with suppliers and clients.
Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world's toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles...people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
