Program Contract & Supplier Manager

For our client, we are looking for a Program Contract & Supplier Manager.

Job description: Manage supplier contracts, including contractual obligations, milestones, payment terms, gates, and invoices. Manage supplier penalties and claims processes. Lead and document commercial negotiations with suppliers. Manage supplier budgets and commercial follow-up. Act as the primary commercial point of contact for partners within the clients business platform Serve as the key interface between the program, Controlling, and Purchasing regarding supplier costs. Be a member of the clients business platform Leadership Team. Act as the main interface to the legal advisor for partner contracts. The role includes understanding and drafting contracts, while external legal counsel supports formal claims and specialized legal matters.

Required skills: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience. Proven experience in commercial contract management. Background in Finance, Controlling, Contract Management, PMO, or a similar function. Ability to understand and draft commercial contracts. Support of an external legal resource is used for official claims or other legal expertise. Strong understanding of program governance and processes, including gateway processes. Excellent commercial understanding. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Structured, analytical, and confident when interacting with senior stakeholders.

Answer these questions separately in a few sentences and attach them to your application! (Mandatory!)

• Do you have at least 5 years of experience in commercial contract management, including contract drafting, commercial negotiations, and contract administration?*
• Do you have experience managing supplier contracts, budgets, invoices, payment milestones, and commercial follow-up within large programs or projects?*
• Do you have a background in Contract Management, Finance, Controlling, PMO, or a similar commercial function in an international environment?*
• Do you have experience managing supplier claims, penalties, and contractual dispute processes?*

Please apply with your CV in English, clearly showing how you match the requirements and answer to the questions above. The client is continously reviewing candidates and we ask you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Contract start: July 2026 Contract end: 30 November 2027 Workload: 100 % Working language: English Location: Helsinki, Stockholm, Warsaw (Remote in Europe) Travel: Occasional travel may be required, approximately 1 to 2 times per year.

We offer you: We offer a versatile assignment where every day is different and interesting. We also offer a very competitive salary and good employee benefits.

Are you interested in becoming a part of our dynamic team? The position will be filled as soon as a suitable person is found, so please be quick and submit your application!

Please include your salary expectation in your application. For more information, contact Kimmo Kärsämä, tel. 050 412 7500, kimmo.karsama@lokki.fi kimmo.karsama@lokki.fi

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