Contract Specialist - Allied Staff Augmentation Partners, Inc. ( ASAP, Inc. ) : Job Details

Job Title: Contract Specialist

Location: White Plains, NY (Candidates are REQUIRED to be local to Tri-State area)

Duration: 12 months (Contract)

Responsibilities:

• Perform QA/QC on memorandums and proposals.
• Support RFPs, including coordinating meetings, commenting on Scopes of Work (SOWs), and checking RFP packages.
• Create and verify purchase requisitions in SAP.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders across Operations, Procurement, and Legal departments.
• Review, interpret, and research contract terms and conditions.
• Monitor contract expirations and ensure timely renewals or adjustments.
• Learn and implement new software to improve contract processes and management.
• Develop contracting mechanisms and strategies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Design and streamline processes and procedures to reduce cycle time.

Qualifications:

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Ability to quickly learn and utilize MS 365 tools (e.g., SharePoint Lists, Power Automate).
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn SAP ERP.

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to navigate complex policies and create efficient processes and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferably in Engineering) required.
• 5–10 years of experience in procurement, contract management, and/or project management.
• Experience in standardizing processes and procedures is preferred.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is a plus.