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Job description:
Purpose
The Contracts Officer will provide support to the Supply Chain Department - Contracts Area, in the the planning, drafting and administration of contracts for the supply of goods and/or services required for the sustainability of the Cobre Panama Mine operation.

Key Accountabilities and Challenges

• Operate within and observe all relevant and applicable laws of Panama, Company's policies and guidelines and in particular the Contracts area procedures and the Company Local Procurement Policy.
• Lead and coordinate with the internal customers and stakeholders the planning, formation and commercial administration of the contracts required by Company's operations.
• Provide commercial support to the internal customers in the preparation of the scope of work/ scope of supply (Services and/or Goods) and in the definition of the contract KPIs.
• Lead and execute sourcing process for the supply of goods and services to ensure the Company is getting the best value, including the preparation of the sourcing documents; review, coordination and issue of amendments; lead the integral evaluation and negotiation of proposals; and issue the recommendations to award.
• Use the appropriate standard contract documents to prepare new contracts and contracts amendments.
• Conducts post award commercial contract administration activities in terms of tracking and monitoring the compliance of the contractual obligations, monitor the supplier performance , review and negotiate the contracts variations and price adjustments, issue and record the correspondence.
• Carry out the contracts closure (as applicable), following proper Company procedure to ensure property disposition, final payments, and documents/clearances have been received
• Continued identification of risks and opportunities throughout the contract process during the Contracts lifecycle.
• B uild strong, value-adding relationships with contractors, internal customers, and cross-functional departments.
• Execute early internal and external key stakeholder engagement and their buy in, during the sourcing process and even during the commercial contract management stage.
• Maintain HSE standards and ensure strict compliance.
  - Implement FQM Way culture in the Contracts team - "Bolder, Smarter, Driven, Together."
  - Perform any other duties as assigned by Contracts Superintendent or the Contracts Supervisor.
  Skills, Knowledge & Experience
  - Education
  - Degree in Industrial Engineer, Businness, Economics or Legal
  - Specialization in Contracts Management, Strategic Sourcing, Category Management or Supply Chain Management is preferred
  - Skills
  - Understanding of data analysis and forecasting methods.
  - Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  - Strong ability to work in a "team" environment.
  - Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  - Ability to maintain self-discipline within a stressful environment.
  - Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
  - Experience
  - A minimum of two to three years prior procurement and contracting management experience providing support to operations as part of a Supply Chain team in comparable environment (mining or industrial sector).
  - Previous experience of JD Edwards in Procurement & Contracts or similar ERP
  - Language
  Fluency in English (written and spoken) and is required and proficiency in Spanish highly regarded. A willingness to undertake language training desirable.
  
  Behaviours
  • Unquestionable business integrity
  • Be flexible and versatile and prepared to take on challenges as needed
    - Take ownership, turn ideas into action, overcome obstacles and deliver results.
    - Motivate, delegate and direct the efforts of their team effectively
    - Strength in cultural adaptability
    Working Conditions
    Cobre Panama is a remote site and the position is offered to be located on Cobre Panama Site, however due to the current COVID-19 conditions, the personnel will be allowed to work from home in "tele trabajo" scheme or at the Company's office in Panama City o Penonome City as per Contracts Superintendent instructions, which can vary from time to time.
    
    Safety and Environment
    - Participate and contribute to safe practice and environmental awareness.
    - Ensure all Safety and Environmental incidents are addressed & reported promptly.
    - Demonstrate personal commitment in regard to safety and environmental practices.
    - Identification of potential hazards and action that is appropriately taken.
    - Maintenance of a high standard of efficiency, safety and effectiveness.
    - Raising, discussion and resolution of safety issues at regular meetings
    
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