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contract manager

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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.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

teamwork principlesorganisational structurecommunication principlesprocurement lifecyclesupplier managementprocurement legislationproject management principlesmoralitye-procurement

Practical Skills

implement risk management in procurementadhere to organisational code of ethicsuse communication techniquescooperate with colleagueskeep up-to-date with regulationsmanage contractsimplement sustainable procurementaddress problems criticallynegotiate improvement with suppliersadhere to organisational guidelinesperform contract reporting and evaluationimplement procurement of innovationmaintain relationship with suppliersdevelop performance orientation in public administrationadapt to changing situationsnegotiate buying conditionsapply certification and payment proceduresmanage procurement planningnegotiate supplier arrangementsmanage contract disputesmanage relationships with stakeholdersuse e-procurement

Data Source: ESCO v1.2.1 Classification · European Commission

Supported by

EUPortugal GovAmadora City

Incubated by

Amadora InovaIAPMEI

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