Job Description

Contracts Specialist / Sourcing & Procurement Analyst

Location: Birmingham, AL

Client- Alabama Power

Contract- 6 months+

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Contracts Specialist to provide essential support to our Contracts Management and Sourcing teams. This individual will assist in end-to-end contract lifecycle activities—from drafting and reviewing to execution and compliance tracking. The role also includes supporting procurement and strategic sourcing functions, particularly for technology-related goods and services, including SaaS, software licensing, and IT equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract Administration & Support:

• Assist in the preparation, review, negotiation, and execution of a variety of contracts (vendor agreements, technology contracts, NDAs, SOWs, etc.).

• Maintain and organize contract records and ensure compliance with corporate policies and legal regulations.

• Track deliverables, renewals, amendments, and key milestone dates.

• Support incorporation of changes, claims disposition, and contract closeout.

Sourcing & Procurement:

• Lead and support sourcing initiatives including RFIs, RFPs, and vendor selection processes.

• Conduct cost and price analysis, vendor due diligence, and supplier negotiations.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, Procurement, and Risk teams to align contract terms with company objectives.

Technology Contract Support:

• Negotiate contracts for software licenses, subscriptions, hardware, and IT services.

• Support contract compliance related to IT security, data protection, and privacy clauses.

• Identify and help mitigate risks tied to cybersecurity and technology infrastructure.

Reporting & Compliance:

• Prepare and generate status reports, track project deadlines, and maintain dashboard metrics.

• Ensure adherence to internal compliance policies and applicable laws and regulations.

• Contribute to the development and improvement of contract management systems and processes.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Law, or related field required.

• Preferred: Formal education in contract law, procurement, or technology sourcing.

Experience:

• 0–5 years of experience in contracts administration, sourcing, or procurement support.

• Exposure to technology-related contract negotiation (SaaS, software, hardware) preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Familiarity with contract management tools and ERP systems (Oracle, Ariba, SAP, etc.) is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Strong understanding of basic contract law and legal terminology.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Highly organized, with strong time management and multitasking abilities.

• Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

• Comfortable working independently or in cross-functional teams.

• Able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines with strong attention to detail.

Preferred Characteristics:

• Self-starter with a proactive attitude.

• Customer-service orientation and collaborative mindset.

• Curiosity and desire to grow in contract law and strategic procurement.

• High level of integrity and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.