Senior Manager – Commercial Administration.

Purpose/Objective

The Senior Manager Contract Administration will be responsible for overseeing and managing all contract-related activities within the mining industry. The role will require a deep understanding of contract management processes, as well as strong leadership and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities of Role

Responsibilities - Develop and implement contract management policies, procedures, and best practices. - Oversee the review, analysis, and interpretation of contract terms and conditions. - Manage and mentor a team to ensure high performance and productivity. - Provide strategic guidance to seniors on contract management and vendor relationships. - Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor performance against targets. - Act as a primary point of contact for all contractor-related inquiries and dispute resolution. - Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in contract administration to drive continuous improvement. - Coordination with vendors/contractors & internal stakeholders to meet obligations by Contractors & employers as per contract - Coordinates for Bill certification, Invoice Processing, change order management - Review amendments/ deviation & take this up with Head Contracts for approval. - Assists in issue/Dispute/Claim resolution process - Assists in managing risks & opportunities - Performs contract closure & post implementation survey - Report on overall performance trends and provide input on improvement areas. - Assists in review & analysis of contract terms & conditions during contract formulation process. - Facilitates weekly/monthly performance reviews with contractors (ensuring MoMs) Behavioural Skills - Exceptional leadership and team management abilities. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Excellent communication and negotiation skills. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. - Exceptional decision-making and strategic thinking capabilities. Technical Skills - Proficiency in contract law and legal terminology. - Advanced knowledge of contract management software and tools. - Familiarity with mining industry regulations and compliance requirements. Non-Negotiable Skills - Proven track record of managing contracts. - Demonstrated leadership and team development capabilities. - In-depth understanding of contract law and compliance standards.

Technical Competencies

Claim Management through - Identification,Claim Management through - Negotiation,Claim Management through - Resolution through mutual Settlement,Contractual Correspondences (Writing ability & skills),Ensuring contract implementation proactively. ,Interpretation of Contract,Risk Identification & Mitigation (w. r. t. active terms of contract),Through Negotiation with contractual remedies (Reactive)

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. Experience - Minimum of 10 years of experience in contract administration. - Demonstrated track record of successfully managing complex contracts and negotiations. - Proven experience in leading and developing teams to achieve strategic objectives.