Contract Specialist (IT)

Job Title: Contract Specialist (IT) Location: Aberdeen Contract Length: 12 Months PAYE Description: As part of our resourcing strategy for the transition to the Incorporated Joint Venture (IJV) our client are seeking a skilledContracting & Procurement (C&P) professionalto support theCorporate Services category, with a particular focus onIT, HR, HSE, and Real Estate contracts. The successful candidate will help shape and execute the procurement strategy, ensuring continuity of service and a smooth transition of contracts and suppliers. Responsibilities: Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across Infrastructure Technology (IT), HR, HSE, and Real Estate categories. Negotiate and manage contracts to ensure optimal value and compliance. Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to support business continuity. Support change management and integration activities related to the IJV transition. Ensure procurement activities are aligned with corporate governance and risk management frameworks. Develop commercially competitive contracting & procurement strategies with evolving business needs for assigned key spend categories which meets the Business Demand while taking into account potential implementation of strategies at local level. Conduct tenders, evaluate bids & drive negotiations with Suppliers in accordance with the CMCP as an overall guidance'. Ensure delivery & effectively manage contracts while continuously drive value improvement targets. Identify, develop & implement supply chain improvement opportunities. Experience: Ideally 10-15 years in Contracting & Procurement, with a strong background in Infrastructure Technology (IT) andcorporate services procurement. Skills & Attributes: Proven ability to operate intransformational environmentsand manage change. Strongstakeholder engagementandinfluencing skillsacross business functions. Experience in buildingprocurement strategiesaligned with evolving business models. Ability to workautonomouslywhile collaborating across teams and functions. Demonstrable experience instrategic sourcing,supplier relationship management, andcontract negotiation. Key Experiences and Qualifications: Qualification & Delivery A degree level (Business/Engineering), CIPS, and/or proven long term comprehensive experience within CP. Proven track record of execution excellence & delivering results. Commercial Highly tuned commercial acumen and curiosity with demonstrated ability to develop and deliver value from complex deals. Good understanding of strategic, technical, legal, finance, taxation and commercial issues. Behaviours Highly driven, can do', inspiring, able to articulate in a crisp and precise manner Focused on tangible value outcomes for the enterprise, translates strategy to outcomes Brings external market/supplier into the conversation (curiosity) Uncompromising on HSSE, ethics & compliance is a must have' in all CP Collaborates and integrates within CP and with business, enterprise first Understands business and speaks business language Has effective influencing skills and can flex his/her style to audience Proven track record of commercial acumen Continuous improvement and simplification mindset Leadership Strong and Proven Interpersonal, Influencing & Stakeholder Management Skills. Ability to cope with complexity & uncertainty and proven adaptability Driven, Motivated & Passionate to drive positive change. Demonstrated ability to interact seamlessly and effectively with all levels of management Competency Profile (Standard Applicable CP Competency Profile) With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

Location: Aberdeen City,, GB

Posted Date: 9/20/2025