Sr. Contract Administrator Duties

Contract administrators play a vital role in the companies they represent.

The role of a contract administrator is important to the success of the company he works for. Due to the nature of the job, contract administrators must must have an advanced knowledge of contract law and its application in the purchasing process as, well as possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, be detail-oriented and have strong organizational and time management skills.

Works Directly With Purchasing

Contract administrators work hand-in-hand with the purchasing department. factory image by cico from Fotolia.com

In the absence of the purchasing officer and purchasing supervisor, contract administrators assume the overall responsibility for the purchasing division. Therefore it is vital to know the workings of the purchasing department completely.

Comparison of Contract Bids

A key role of a contract administrator is ensuring cost control. coins in form of dollar sign image by Melking from Fotolia.com

Contract Administrators are responsible for ensuring cost effectiveness and budget control by seeking and selecting the best bids conveyed by a formal proposal in regards for services. This can entail meeting with potential clients and service providers in order to determine agreed upon fees for services that are in the best interest of the financial needs of the company.

Creation of and Ensuring Complinace of Formal Contracts

Securing and enforcing contracts are the main duties of a contract administrator. contract 20309 image by pablo from Fotolia.com

This can include the negotiation and creation of formal contracts, ensuring that contractors meet the specific terms of the contracts and maintain complete compliance of those terms and monitoring the success of contracted projects. These duties can vary based upon several factors, including the needs of the administrator's employer, which can include governments, individual businesses or law offices.

References

• Education Portal.com: Senior Contract Administrator Job Description
• Payscale.com: Contract Administrator Job Description

Resources

• NALA Advanced Paralegal Certification: Contracts Administration