Director of Contracts, Supply Chain

at  DEPCOM Power

Your Job
DEPCOM Power Inc. is looking for an experienced Director of Contracts, Supply Chain to join our team . This role is responsible for leading the contracting function within the supply chain, negotiating and managing complex contracts, mitigating risks, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic initiatives that align with the company’s goals. The Director will work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to optimize contract terms and risks, support the company’s strategic objectives, and play a critical role in the success of our projects, ensuring that we have strong and enforceable contracts that support our company’s growth and reputation for our renewable energy EPC projects and services. Ideally this position will be in Scottsdale, AZ, but open to remote with travel.
Our Team
At Koch Industries, our Principle Based Management philosophy is the cornerstone of our business operations. As an employee, you will embark on a journey to understand and apply this philosophy in your daily work, as a supervisor, this includes helping every employee self-actualize and be all that they can be. This approach fosters a collaborative and innovative work environment, where every team member’s contribution is valued and encouraged.

WHO YOU ARE (BASIC QUALIFICATIONS)

• Experience successfully negotiating and managing complex contracts.
• Experience problem solving to protect company’s interests and maintaining positive supplier and subcontractor relationships.
• Have you demonstrated proficiency in applying legal, financial, and risk management principles related to contract negotiations and compliance?Experience effectively communicating contract details and managing relationships, as shown by successful negotiations and positive feedback from suppliers, subcontractors, and team members.

• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and finalization of complex contracts, including supply agreements, subcontractor agreements, and project-specific contracts.
• Ensure that all contracts are comprehensive, clear, and aligned with the company’s strategic objectives, while effectively mitigating risks.
• Collaborate closely with the EPC contracting team to align supply chain contract terms with customer expectations and project requirements, ensuring that contracts support successful project delivery.
• Work closely with business development teams to understand customer needs, translating them into contract terms that are favorable to both the company and the client.
• Foster strong relationships with internal (legal, compliance, project delivery) and external stakeholders, including suppliers and subcontractors, to negotiate favorable terms and maintain positive working relationships.
• Oversee the administration of contracts, ensuring that all parties fulfill their obligations and that contracts are executed in a timely manner.
• Monitor contract performance, identifying and addressing any issues in collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, updating contract templates and processes as needed to reflect changes in the industry or business environment.
• Drive continuous improvement in the contract drafting and negotiation process, implementing best practices, tools, and technologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• and mentor team members on contract negotiation techniques, legal considerations, and risk management strategies.