Cynet Systems · 3 months ago
Senior Manager, Contract Operations
Oakland, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$147K/yr - $147K/yr
10+ years expCynet Systems is a Confidential company seeking a Senior Manager for Contract Operations. This role involves overseeing contract governance, managing contract spend, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and performance excellence.
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Responsibilities
Align and support category plans developed by Strategic Sourcing to generate cost savings, deliver service excellence, optimize diversity spending, and manage total cost of ownership across multiple portfolios
Oversee governance of the contract approval process from creation through award
Manage contract spend across multiple categories and organizations
Collaborate with the Procurement Excellence department to develop metrics for tracking, reporting, and improving department performance. Prepare and present contractor performance and budget reports
Partner with stakeholders (Law, Risk, Cyber, Business) to define contract scope, oversee development, writing, bid process, proposal evaluation, and selection
Support Strategic Sourcing in contractor review, negotiation, and assignment of work based on cost/quality analysis
Maintain ongoing relationship management and track contractor performance, including safety performance in alignment with the Contractor Safety Program
Manage contract administration, including change orders, invoicing, reporting, auditing, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and processes
Ensure contractor work meets construction standards and all documentation and invoices comply with regulatory and company requirements
Lead negotiation strategy development and execution
Foster continuous improvement-based relationships with suppliers to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes
Promote a safety culture and ensure adherence to company and regulatory safety policies. Participate in Incident Command during significant events (e.g., storms, earthquakes)
Manage staff effectively through recruitment, training, development, performance management, and recognition programs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Management, Construction Management, or related field
10+ years of relevant experience, including managing capital, O&M, and labor budgets
Preferred
MBA or equivalent advanced degree
Contract writing experience
Experience leading large teams
Certifications: Six Sigma, CPSM, or other supply chain-related credentials
2-3 years of supervisory experience
Knowledge of General Orders 165/95/128 and electric standards
Familiarity with electric distribution maintenance, construction methods, practices, and business processes
Strong financial and business acumen, including contract administration and construction management
Knowledge of bargaining unit contracts
Strong analytical, strategic decision-making, communication, and presentation skills
Leadership, mentoring, and coaching abilities
Project management skills, including scheduling, record-keeping, and evaluation of completed tasks
Change management experience
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and resolve challenges in complex environments
Company
Cynet Systems
Headquartered in Washington DC Metro Area, Cynet Systems is a top talent supplier for companies across North America.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ashwani (Ash) M.
Partner and Co-CEO
Nikhil "Nick" Budhiraja
Founder / Co-CEO
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