Contract Specialist I

6-month contract to work in Houston, TX

Responsibilities:
· Review/Validate 3rd party and broker confirmations and log DEW discrepancies.
· Work with team members and front office personnel to resolve discrepancies.
· Work with counterparties as needed to resolve discrepancies.
· Supporting local implementation, adoption, and compliance with Contracting Standards & Procedures
· Driving continuous improvement efforts to enhance and streamline contracting processes.
· Managing assigned tasks effectively and efficiently, with focus on high stakeholder engagement/management
· Maintaining appropriate contract files in accordance with document retention policies
· Supporting periodic audit activities
· Resolving contract issues/disputes (pricing, quality, timing, claims, liens, etc.)
· Collaborating with Legal to ensure compliance with all clause owner requirements and legal statutes.

Requirements:
· 1-3 years of experience.
· Attention to detail.
· Experience in Commercial organization with contracting experience in Crude Oil, Refined Products, NGLs and/or Gas and Power (Required)
· Industry knowledge helpful, and experience on a trade floor or in a trade floor support role a plus.
· Data/process-oriented mindset to ensure accuracy of deal capture and contracting information.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, SAP, and other technologies
· Ability to interface across functions and with key stakeholders in a matrixed organization.
· Strong analytical, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with ability to negotiate and influence critical decisions.

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