Contracts Administrator

Payrate: 35/hr. Description Acara Solutions is seeking a Contract Administrator to support a mission-critical project involving the implementation of a new strategic sourcing tool and divesture contracts for affiliates. This role will require a combination of contract management, sourcing experience, and project management skills. Hybrid work week - 3 days in office, 2 from home Responsibilities: Manage procurement-related aspects of the strategic sourcing tool implementation. Lead sourcing, contract negotiations, supplier management, and portfolio management for divestiture-related contracts. Analyze data to drive tool development. Coordinate contract reviews with Legal and business partners. Build relationships with team members and stakeholders. Potential exposure to various corporate categories like Facilities, Marketing, IT, HR, etc. Assist Category Managers with special projects and ad hoc tasks. Job Requirements Required Skills / Qualifications: Minimum 5 years of experience in contract negotiations, sourcing, and supplier management. Bachelor's degree in business or related field (or 4 additional years of experience). Preferred Skills / Qualifications: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Experience with large sourcing events and contract negotiations ($500K+). Knowledge of indirect corporate categories (Facilities, Marketing, HR, IT). Familiarity with e-procurement tools (sourcing, contract management, analytics). Strong communication, analytical, and relationship-building skills. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all asp Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. Apply Aleron companies; Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, Viaduct, and Aleron's strategic partner, SDI are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.