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§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

contract manager

Contract managers oversee the respect of awarded contracts to ensure that services are delivered as foreseen and that each step of the delivery is properly documented.

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Description

Contract managers oversee the respect of awarded contracts to ensure that services are delivered as foreseen and that each step of the delivery is properly documented. They act as the main point of contact for suppliers on contractual matters and report back to their leadership. They implement financial and operational controls and ensure compliance with all reporting requirements.

Theoretical Knowledge
ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
teamwork principlesprocurement legislationcommunication principlessupplier managementproject management principlesmoralityprocurement lifecycleorganisational structure
OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit
e-procurement
Practical Skills
ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
manage contract disputesperform contract reporting and evaluationmanage contractsmaintain relationship with suppliersaddress problems criticallycooperate with colleaguesimplement sustainable procurementnegotiate supplier arrangementsapply certification and payment proceduresmanage procurement planningnegotiate buying conditionskeep up-to-date with regulationsadhere to organisational code of ethicsdevelop performance orientation in public administrationimplement risk management in procurementuse communication techniquesmanage relationships with stakeholdersnegotiate improvement with suppliersadapt to changing situationsimplement procurement of innovationadhere to organisational guidelines
OPTIONALOptional competences
use e-procurement

GLOBAL RESOURCE

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SKILLS OVERVIEW

31 total
29 essential · 2 optional

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)

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