Closing Date: January 10, 2025Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love.Teck's two regional business units, North America and Latin America, oversee Teck's assets through all phases of safe, sustainable development, operation and closure. The business units are supported by enterprise-wide functions that set strategic direction, establish standards and provide governance, as well as supporting the business through shared services, centers of excellence and business partnering.Reporting to the Manager, Commercial Excellence, the Senior Contract Specialist, Commercial, is responsible for leading the full contracting lifecycle. This includes developing and recommending contract strategies, such as identifying compensation and market approach models. The process also involves creating detailed contract risk registers and implementing prevention and mitigation strategies. Further responsibilities include driving Request for Proposal (RFP) processes, evaluating proposals, and negotiating agreements. This individual will make recommendations for awards, conform contracts for execution, coordinate contract activities, and ensure contract closure. Coordination with the project teams, and corporate shared service groups is required.This outstanding individual will collaborate with internal and external lawyers, contracts and procurement professionals, alongside employees and external service providers! They will ensure that company contracts effectively define and lead the legal, commercial, and technical obligations and objectives of the parties involved, protecting and advancing company interests to improve shareholder returns.ResponsibilitiesBe a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and proceduresProvide market information and rate intelligence to the organization to support consultant and contractor engagementsDevelop and recommend project contracting strategies for a variety of service contractsCurate contract strategies and contract plans, ensuring contract strategies consider appropriate commercial, legal, and technical approach throughout the scope of contractsDevelop and maintain Teck's MSAs for management consultants, ensuring there are appropriate agreements in place for Teck's strategic partnersOversee the planning, preparation, and management of the RFP documents and processEvaluate commercial proposals and facilitate the evaluation process, ensuring all records are retainedUndertake commercial risk assessment on technical documentation forming part the RFP and contract suiteNegotiate commercial and legal terms on behalf of the company, including drafting recommended amendments to the legal conditions for approval by corporate counselSupport project managers during execution of the agreement and facilitate performance reviews at the end of the contract.Proactively mentor the Project Managers and functional teams to communicate contract management strategies and considerations throughout all stages of contracts lifecyclesInterpret legal and commercial terms and rely on those terms to coordinate contractors, advise project team members to resolve disputes and claimsImplement effective change management to ensure contract modifications are accurately detailed and approvedDevelop accurate contracts management policies, procedures, and templates for the Project Development groupDevelop quarterly and annual spend reports for high volume contracts and consultantsHave a continuous improvement plan each year that strives to improve margin and lower costs associated with service contracts in areas not currently under category managementQualificationsPost-secondary degree in a related field10+ years of experience in a procurement and contracting role and implementing contract lifecycle activitiesProficient knowledge or experience in mining and/or oil and gas sectors is seen as an assetAwareness of project lifecycles, project procedures, project roles and responsibilitiesStrong understanding and experience with various contract types, models, strategiesStrong negotiation and dispute resolution skillsData analysis and the ability to identify areas where increased commercial support would bring valueExcellent critical and conceptual thinking skillsGood interpersonal skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skillsWhy Join Us?At Teck, we offer more than just a job - we provide a pathway to personal and professional enrichment. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn and grow, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic career adventure.Teck employees receive access to our total rewards program and comprehensive benefits package that promote physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This includes but is not limited to:
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