POSITION SUMMARY:
The Global Contracts Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting in the management of international contracts, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, negotiating terms, and collaborating with cross-functional teams, reviewing draft agreement, tracking contract lifecycles, and supporting contract-related processes on a global scale.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Oversees the entire lifecycle of contracts from creation to execution adhering to legal requirements.
2. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Supply Chain, and Business Units to gather input and address contract-related issues.
3. Engage in negotiations with vendors and/or contractors to establish favorable contract terms and conditions.
4. Review agreement drafts and make necessary recommendations adhering global policy.
5. Familiarization of applicable laws, and regulations of all Melco properties.
6. Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the contract lifecycle process, incorporating feedback and industry best practices.
7. Maintains comprehensive and organized documentation related to contracts and ensuring accessibility for auditing and reporting purpose.
8. Ensures contract databases are up-to-date for proper monitoring and ensure timely follow throughs.
9. Prepares accurate report for analyzation and assessment.
10. Performs other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by immediate superior depending on business operation requirement.
11. Ensures good rapport to maintain positive environment.
12. Keep abreast of global regulatory changes affecting contract processes, ensuring the company’s procedure remain in compliance with evolving global standards and requirements
MAIN CONTACTS
• Internal Communication:
• All Supply Chain, and Business Units
• All Melco Locations
• External Communication:
• Vendors
• Service Providers
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
• Accurate with a keen attention to details.
• Proficiency in managing databases and utilizing relevant software for accurate record-keeping and reporting.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, and effective communications with internal teams, and vendors across different regions addressing concerns professionally.
• Understanding of global regulations and compliance requirements related to vendor registration in all Melco properties.
QUALIFICATIONS:
I. Experience
At least 1-year experience in procurement or supply chain management, or legal management
II. Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, IT, or Supply Chain
III. Skills / Competencies
1. Ability to lead and inspire a team, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
2. Understanding of international business practices, cultural nuances, and legal variations in different regions.
3. Proficiency in negotiating contract terms for a favorable outcome while maintaining a positive relationship.
4. Strong verbal and written communication skills and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
5. Advanced Excel skills (v-lookups, pivot tables, etc.) for reports and analyzation.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen understanding of relevant cost drivers for demand management.
7. Efficiently manages time and resources to meet deadlines and maintain a smooth workflow.
8. Able to work under pressure and adapt to changes for continuous improvement
IV. Other Attributes
1. Maintains a high level of confidentiality when dealing with vendors.
2. Upholding a high level of honesty and ethical conduct in all dealings, fostering trust with stakeholders.
3. Adheres to and supports the company’s vision and values.
4. Achieves agreed objectives and accepts accountability for results.
5. Clearly understands the strategic Vision of the Company and how it impacts on the Business Unit/Function.
6. Capacity to handle challenges and setbacks, maintaining composure and adapting strategies as needed.
7. Ability to respond effectively to issues during contract negotiation process.
8. Builds a professional network to maintain positive work environment and encouraging teamwork with colleagues.