Contract Manager

Contract Manager

Candidate Location Requirements: Either onsite or fully remote. If onsite Redmond WA

Duration: 18 Months

We are looking for a Business Analyst who is well-organized and possesses the ability to multi-task and help execute the Studio s contracting needs. The ideal candidate will interact with multiple individuals and/or team disciplines as well as external supplier and partners. Not only will they be responsible for assisting the Studios contracting and procurement process, but they will also be training business partners on the process.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of the Studio s overall contracting process including timelines of deliveries, SLA, and backlog
• Partner with internal and external business partners across our business to provide robust contract support and guidance
• Execute contracts on behalf of the Studio with external partners, and ensure alignment of contractual terms
• Manage the Microsoft requirements for compliance of contractual terms and requirements including the following: Accessibility, Customers PII, Microsoft IP, Supplier Privacy, and Microsoft Sustainability initiatives
• Manage the Purchase Orders requirements for contracts including the necessary work back schedule to meet internal deadlines
• Improve processes and reporting that improve efficiency by working with the Business Management team.

Add'l Skills:

• Must have experience with managing written agreements, and procurement processes - ideally prior experience in the MSFT procure to pay system / policies
• Demonstrated experience using Excel for tracking complex contractual spend summaries via pivot tables
• Demonstrated experience working in cross-group collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to manage a dynamic and evolving workflow schedule to support and execute multiple agreements
• Well-organized with strong attention to detail; effective written and verbal communication, and internal personal skills
• Experience partnering with external customers on contract/agreement or finance related inquiries
• Passion for games, though that is not required

Top 3 Hard Skills Required + Years of Experience

1. Contractor execution experience | 2-4 years pf experience
2. Demonstrated experience using excel | 2-4 years pf experience
3. Project management experience | 2-4 years pf experience