Principal Contracts Engineer

Principal Contract Engineer (Part-time)
Our operator client is currently recruiting for the position of Principal Contracts Engineer based in Aberdeen. This position will be based in Aberdeen on a 12-month PAYE contract, and the requirement is for support 2-3 days a week. However, the workload may increase/decrease on a weekly basis and would suit someone who is open to flexibility.
Key Role Deliverables Category Management Lead end-to-end contract lifecycle management, ensuring maximum value from strategy through to contract close-out.
Conduct category and market assessments to evaluate sourcing options and trade- offs.
Create and deliver category plans aligned with business objectives. Develop and implement sourcing strategies for assigned categories.
Continuously review category performance to improve value, efficiency, and leverage.
Forecast future spend and identify value improvement opportunities.
Procurement & Tendering Lead end-to-end procurement activities across designated categories. Identify and execute competitive tendering opportunities.
Source goods and services to achieve optimal value for money within quality and service requirements.
Apply commercial judgement to balance cost, risk, and supply resilience.
Contract Management & Negotiation Develop negotiation strategies and lead complex commercial negotiations. Draft, negotiate, and finalise contracts, ensuring risks are minimised.
Manage contract lifecycle, including implementation and close-out. Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and commercial terms.
Supplier & Stakeholder Management Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and drive performance improvements.
Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and manage disputes. Act as commercial interface between suppliers and the business.
Challenge business requirements to drive better commercial outcomes. Ensure delivery of negotiated value and cost savings.
Risk & Compliance Management Identify, assess, and manage contractual, regulatory and commercial risks. Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, and internal governance requirements. Lead discussions on risk mitigation and remediation strategies.
Maintain accurate systems, documentation, and audit readiness.
Safety & Operational Compliance Ensure adherence to HSE standards, policies, and procedures.
Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. Identify and escalate operational and regulatory risks.
Competence & Qualifications Technical Skills Understanding of category management principles & the end-to-end processes Understanding of contract law and LOGIC contracting models Experience in leading complex negotiations Skills in contract development, execution and dispute resolution Ability to lead supplier performance and relationship management Competent user of SAP (procurement, finance, GR/IR…) Ivalua & MS Office Tools Qualifications Degree educated (preferably in Science or Engineering) or appropriate relevant in work experience MBA or MSc in Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage Membership of CIPS (or equivalent)
Contract role If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference: TR/084496 People are our business worldwide Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.