Contracts Lead

About the role

The Contracts Lead will shape and execute category and contracting strategies for the GDI organization, driving commercial value and ensuring compliance with industry best practices. This senior position requires leading cross‑functional teams to deliver strategic sourcing, negotiation and supplier performance management across the oil and gas sector.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement category and contracting strategies that challenge the status quo and maximize commercial value.
• Facilitate collaboration with Operations, Technical, Business Development, Legal, Finance, IT and other functions to drive strategy delivery before and after contract award.
• Lead all sourcing activities, including competitive tenders and sole‑source negotiations, ensuring a fair, transparent and ethical process.
• Prepare strategy and award recommendation papers for presentation to executive stakeholders and tender committees.
• Oversee contract drafting, review and approval, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards specific to oil and gas.
• Lead deal‑making and negotiation efforts with complex or strategic suppliers, developing detailed negotiation plans and escalation pathways.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key strategic suppliers, driving continuous performance improvement through contract metrics such as QHSE, operations and cost.
• Coordinate contract kick‑off meetings and regular business performance reviews, and establish robust contract management governance models.

Required profile

• Proven experience in developing and executing category and contracting strategies, preferably within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams and influence senior stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of legal and contractual terms, risk management and commercial negotiation techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships and drive performance improvements.
• Excellent analytical and presentation skills for preparing strategy papers and executive briefings.

Required skills