Sub Contract Manager

As Sub-Contract Manager with Dematic, you will be responsible for the management and administration of contracts for key installation suppliers and master sub-contract agreements for installation services covering electrical, mechanical, pre-commissioning, and installation labour.
While working as an integrated part of the procurement team, you will be supporting Dematic’s international business portfolio and internal teams to successfully support the installation activities and manage the contractual elements.

What we offer:

• Career Development

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Transparency

• Global Opportunities

Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-gb/about/careers/

About Dematic:

For over 200 years, Dematic has been a leading supplier of integrated automated technology, software, and services to optimize the supply chain. Dematic employs over 10,000 skilled logistics professionals to serve its customers globally, with engineering centers and manufacturing facilities located around the world. Dematic is one brand under the KION Group of companies and has implemented more than 6,000 integrated systems for a customer base that includes small, medium, and large companies doing business in a variety of market sectors.

Tasks and Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and administer contracts with key installation suppliers, which include master subcontract agreements for installation services (electrical, mechanical, pre-commissioning Installation labour, as well as full turnkey subcontractors, and material/rental providers).

• This role will integrate with the Installation procurement team. 

• Assist in the operation and execution of the contract strategy based on internal policies and business requirements considering risk, scope, pricing, etc.

• Assist (as part of a team) in the negotiation and execution of full turnkey packages ranging from $1M – $20M, depending on the size of the project, ensuring Dematic’s protection with best risk-mitigated contracts.

• Along with the Category Lead, installation and project teams create and maintain relationships with suppliers’ project and site teams concerning contracts, negotiations, change and claims management, to ensure all internal stakeholders are aware of issues and seek internal approvals.

• Anticipate the needs of the supporting functions primarily installation teams to meet/exceed these expectations in a compliant manner.

• Ensure timely and accurate supplier compliance with the commercial terms and conditions on assigned projects.

• Communicate to stakeholders about all contract-related matters.

• Continuously monitor contracts during the execution phase, with weekly supplier updates and close tracking of running costs, and over-runs. Be able to work with controllers and the finance community on claims per contractual obligations.

• Cultivate and develop relationships with internal stakeholders as a trusted business partner.

• Participate in project meetings as a support function on contract matters 

• Perform value analysis to identify and implement cost improvements.

• Forecast and record savings achieved.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Engineering, or Business

• 3 + years of experience in relevant contractual activities in similar industries, EPC, construction/installation, and project-type environments.

• A highly collaborative individual with the ability to influence others and build strong professional relationships.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

• Knowledge of supplier networking and partnership development within a project environment.

• Knowledge and strong utilization of Microsoft applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Ability to communicate and collaborate with peers and management.

• Must be willing to travel to suppliers and/or other Dematic locations as needed up to 25%.

• Demonstrated values of collaboration, integrity, courage and excellence is required.

• Effective communication in English (verbal and written).

Dematic is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Dematic prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion or belief, age, sex, national or ethnic origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.