Job Description

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued \xe2\x80\x93 as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country\'s largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well\xc2\xae.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued \xe2\x80\x93 as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country\'s largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well\xc2\xae.

At Loblaws, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

We\'re looking for talented, passionate leaders with a proven record of delighting customers and growing sales.

About the Role:

The Assistant Manager, Contracts will be supporting the contract needs for Loblaw Repair & Maintenance, Construction & Design, and Store Supplier, and will be reporting to the Sr. Manager, Contracts for Loblaw Repair & Maintenance, Construction & Design and Store Supplies. The primary responsibilities of the Assistant Manager are to optimally prepare, examine, analyze, negotiate, and amend contracts that involve the purchase or sale of goods not for resale or services such as equipment, materials, supplies, or products. This role requires the individual to collaborate with multiple team members including Sourcing Managers, various Stakeholders, Privacy, Security, Risk Management, Audit, Compliance, Finance, and the Legal department to ensure that all terms and conditions stated in contract documents are in line with Loblaw\xe2\x80\x99s standard strategic objectives.

Accountabilities:

Draft and negotiate required contract documents (Master Agreements, Statements of Works, Letters, Confidentiality Agreements, Amendments etc.) by applying a basic knowledge of contract law, company policy, and feedback from Business Stakeholders.

Assist with inquiries from the Business Stakeholders related to contract documents and lead Business team members through recommended processes related to contract document inquiries (termination requests, , scope commitments, etc.).

Assist with the development of contract summaries, including risk summaries, for senior executives.

Analyze and verify that legal terms in all contracts are in line with procurement objectives, legal requirements, and policies.

Analyze the potential for restructuring existing contracts or performing contract refreshes for additional benefits and reduced risk.

Acquire and review Certificates of Insurance and Worker\xe2\x80\x99s Compensation Clearance Certificates to ensure minimum requirements are met as per agreement obligations

Perform administrative tasks, including opening and publishing an Ariba contract coordinating and following up on internal approval and signature process within set timelines, responding to general contract inquiries, etc.

Assist team in tracking contract renewal dates to determine action required prior to contract expiration

Decide on urgency and priority when responding to requests and contract obligations

Skills and Capabilities:

Basic understanding of contract provisions and risk identification

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent prioritization skills

Great teammate with proven interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships throughout the organization

Ability to work with and communicate effectively to all levels of management

Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Ability to quickly learn about procurement contract management processes

Ability to function effectively in a busy, team-oriented, fast-paced environment

Consistent track record of meeting or exceeding objectives and goals

Basic contract drafting and negotiating skills

Basic legal background with some legal education and experience would be an asset

Experience in reviewing Repair & Maintenance, Construction & Design and/or Store Supplies contracts would be an asset

What you will need:

1-3 years of contract management experience, including drafting and negotiating contracts

Bilingual preferred and is a strong asset

Education in contract management, business, law or related field would be an asset

PC skills (contract databases, Word, SharePoint)

Knowledge of Repair & Maintenance, Construction & Design and Store Supplies an asset

Experience with Ariba, Fieldglass, and DocuSign an asset

At Loblaw, we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections. If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars \xe2\x80\x93 Environment, Sourcing and Community \xe2\x80\x93 and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values \xe2\x80\x93 Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence \xe2\x80\x93 guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits \xe2\x80\x93 these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Top Employers, Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Best Diversity Employers, Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Greenest Employers & Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note:

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars \xe2\x80\x93 Environment, Sourcing and Community \xe2\x80\x93 and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values \xe2\x80\x93 Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence \xe2\x80\x93 guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits \xe2\x80\x93 these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Top Employers, Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Best Diversity Employers, Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Greenest Employers & Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

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