• Administrator - Contracts

    WESCO (Chicago, IL)


    As the Contract Administrator you will be responsible for assisting in the multiple phases of contract development, review, and execution of the final contract. You will work with the Contract Manager and legal staff or work independently to review drafted contract language to minimize the risk to the company utilizing pre-approved legal language. You will coordinate the monthly reports and processes necessary to promote the accurate recognition by the various financial functions.

    Responsibilities:

    + Responsible for review and approval of terms and conditions associated with various legal documents (contracts, confidentiality agreements, PO’s etc.) to facilitate company goals.

    + Experience in processing contract related check requests in Core or Westnet

    + Previous Government or Global Account contract administration or management

    + Pricing experience for contract maintenance , implementing contract terms

    + Ensures adherence to corporate requirements to assure compliance and ability to perform scope of proposed work.

    + Coordinates contract renewal signature of existing customer.

    + Creates and issues contract addendums or amendments as required, from pre-approved templates.

    + Identifies potential legal, operational, or financial risks of non-standard customer requests and contract language.

    + Maintains, organizes, and works through a queue of contracts while practicing prioritization and efficiency.

    + Maintenance of records in Sales Force.

    + Identify and communicate areas of risk and improvement to ensure the company is protected.

    + Act as a backup within the department.

    + Generate month end reporting on contract volume, values, and contract types.

    + Act as a trusted advisor to the sales team when contract modifications are needed.

    Qualifications:

    + Bachelors degree or equivalent experience required.

    + 3 Years of contract review experience, preferably in the construction/electrical industry.

    + 2 Years of experience with FAR and DFAR clauses.

    + 1-2 Years of experience working closely with in-house legal counsel.

    + 4+ Years of contract review experience, preferably in the construction/electrical industry is preferred.

    + 3 Years of experience with FAR and DFAR clauses is preferred.

    + 3 Years of experience working closely with in-house legal counsel is preferred.

    + Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel and Word.

    + Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

    + Ability to read and interpret complex legal contracts.

    + Strong detail orientation and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

    + Ability to multi-task and manage multiple concurrent projects and deliverables.

    + Ability to travel 0-25% of the time.

     

    At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on. ​

     

    Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html#benefits) and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive. ​

     

    Learn more about Working at Wesco here (https://www.wesco.com/us/en/our-company/careers/work-at-wesco.html) and apply online today!​

     

    Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company.​

     

    _Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.​_

     

    _Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act._