Procurement Professional I (Contract Administrator Analyst)

Contract Administrator Analyst

This position contributes to a strategic corporate initiative aimed at expanding the Contract Management vertical within the Global Procurement function. The Global Procurement team is dedicated to significantly enhancing Nielsen s long-term profitability and supporting sustainable growth while effectively mitigating global risks. As an essential member of the Global Procurement team, the incumbent will oversee the Contract Management and Administration process across all third-party spend categories. This involves collaboration with the Contract Manager and close coordination with the Legal organization to manage supplier contracts and maintain contract databases. This role necessitates a highly collaborative and data-driven individual capable of managing contracts at scale, possessing strong influencing and interpersonal skills to help achieve Nielsen s objectives through effective communication. The successful candidate will report directly to the Lead Contract Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participates in the development and fulfillment of contract requirements in the purchase of equipment, materials, products or services. Evaluates contract compliance and advises others on contractual rights and obligation.

• Proactively engage in robust and effective collaboration with diverse, cross-functional internal teams to strategically address complex challenges and drive innovative solutions.

• Cultivate robust, enduring internal stakeholder relationships to guarantee the congruence of strategic objectives and the effective coordination of resources, thereby establishing reciprocal accountability, facilitating transparent communication, and promoting a unified strategy for the prompt and successful resolution of critical transactions, which, in turn, expedites deal finalization and enhances stakeholder contentment.

• Respond to legal requests originating from stakeholders and vendors, preparing summaries and conveying legal concepts in adherence to our internal review policies and established legal guidelines.

• Should be adept at managing contract documentation for internal review, and maintaining an internal repository and tracking system for all contracts.

Skills Required:

• 2+ years of experience working as a part of Contract Management function within a corporate legal department, or supporting a procurement function with contracting responsibilities.

• Proficiency in the review, negotiation, and execution of supplier contracts, including Master Agreements, Amendments, Order Forms, and Statements of Work.

• Familiarity and practical experience with technology solutions designed to enhance Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) through generative AI capabilities would be advantageous..

• Excellent decision making and analytical abilities focused on minimizing risks, along with clear and effective communication skills.

• Should be holding a Law Degree (Preferred).

• Should be a collaborative team player and demonstrate flexibility to work within the EST time zone (1:00 PM - 10:00 PM IST).