Contract & Procurement Specialist - ASRC Talent Solutions

ABOUT ASRC ENERGY: WINNER OF THE BEST PLACE TO WORK BY ALASKA BUSINESS MAGAZINE IN 2023, 2024 & 2025

ASRC Energy Services, LLC is part of the Alaska Native corporation, Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC) family of companies. ASRC is a private, for-profit corporation that is owned by and represents the business interests of its approximately 14,000 Iñupiaq shareholders. As the largest Alaskan-owned company employing over 15,000 people worldwide, ASRC and its subsidiaries are poised for the next era of growth with continued dedication to providing maximum benefit to our shareholders.

We’re proud to be recognized as a Best Place to Work by Alaska Business Magazine in 2023, 2024, and 2025, a Most Loved Workplace by Best Practices Institute, and a Best Company to Work For in Alaska by MSN Money, 24/7 Wall St., and Zippia. We’ve also earned multiple ConocoPhillips Supplier Recognition Awards for Focus on Execution.

JOB SUMMARY

The Contracts Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day management of the complete end-to-end contract management process within STO, for Operations & Maintenance. This role is specifically focused on contracting interface management, strategy and execution. The specialist works closely with the function leaders, as well as other key stakeholders to ensure optimal selection of contractors and manage the delivery of outcomes to support the client’s Engineering contract requirements in a timely manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

•  Provide contracting support.

• Agree and implement standardization, sparing and respective supplier relationship strategies.

• Support Operations objectives and strategies within SAP.

• Execute sourcing strategies for Company related to material needs for client framework agreements & price books.

• Ensure best value for purchases and long-term total cost of ownership

• Develop strategies to optimize third party spend for Operations & Maintenance.

• Contract support of the Operations function.

• All facets of contract formation and contract management including drafting, interpretation, negotiation, contract review, and administration of complex customer agreements.

• Provide independent and objective contract evaluation as well as experienced advice and guidance to various functions, as applicable.

• Roll out final contracts to advise internal stakeholders of contractual rights and obligations and providing interpretation of terms and conditions.

• Use continuous improvement methodologies to drive process improvement and/or efficiencies.

• Collaborate with various teams and functions, ensuring organizational effectiveness and standardization.

• Support the maximization of cost targets and cash flow while minimizing risk in the negotiation of contracts.

• Contribute to the development of strong working relationships with customers and internal stakeholders, ensuring provision of top-class service and high customer satisfaction.

• Adherence to Company Process & Procedures.

• Promote and lead in the implementation of client policies and procedures, including Safety, health, environment, process, people and planning.

• Develop & execute contracting strategies; analyzing and assessing alternative contracting strategies and contracting work breakdown structures as part of optimizing the overall execution strategy.

• Optimize cost/value of the contract with minimal risks to client, and in accordance with the client's Policies and Procedures, the Delegation of 

  Authority (DOA) and HSES requirements, with all relevant country specific laws and regulations, and any applicable requirements, such as material approvals processes and tracking.

   

  Lead tender activities, providing guidance and leadership, including sourcing contractors; drafting commercial documents; issuing tender documentation; disseminating information to applicable personnel for technical evaluation; and carrying out commercial and legal evaluation with functional input where required.

• Carry out negotiations with contractors to secure the preferred outcomes, based on the best overall value to the client, while minimizing risks.

• Support AES zero-incident safety culture and assume personal accountability and responsibility for safe work practices in all projects, activities, and operations.

• Other duties will be assigned to this position as needed.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree or equivalent in an appropriate field

• At least 5 years’ broad experience in contracts, purchasing or legal disciplines

• 3+ years’ experience with Engineering, Maintenance, and / or Project contracts and/or procurement

• Working knowledge of sparing philosophies

• Extensive knowledge of contracting principles, theories and concepts

• Experience working in oil and gas

• Strong contractor management and contracts administration knowledge and experience

• Proficient in oral and written communications

• Effective interpersonal skills to interact at all levels of seniority

• Strong problem solving, contractual negotiation, and interpersonal skills
  
  

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Materials management experience

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TOTAL REWARDS

ASRC Energy Services, LLC is proud to offer a competitive benefits package aligned with our core ASPIRE values. Our total rewards program is designed to attract and retain top talent while supporting the health, well-being, and professional growth of employees and their families.

We provide comprehensive medical coverage through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Plan (FEHB), as well as dental and vision insurance. Employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) program with a company match of up to 4% and immediate vesting after just two pay periods. To further support employees and their households, we offer access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), along with a wide range of supplemental insurance options including voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), pet insurance, legal services, identity theft protection, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, and critical illness coverage.

We are also committed to professional development by providing tuition reimbursement opportunities and internal learning resources through our ASPIRE Academy.

To learn more about our full suite of benefits, please visit our benefits page.

WHY WORK WITH US

At ASRC Energy, people come first. We collaborate, value every contribution, and invest in the success of our employees, families, and communities. If you’re looking for meaningful work with a company that values safety, integrity, and growth, start your career with ASRC Energy and ASPIRE with us.

Absolute Integrity: We do the right thing because it’s the right thing to do.

Safety: Safety is our foundation – we bring it everywhere we go.

People First: We take care of our people, and our people will take care of the business.

Iñupiat Heritage: We believe in “one crew, one journey” and honor the values of our founders as we develop the future.

Resilient Family: We encourage the right balance and cultivate strong relationships with our clients and colleagues.

Exceptional Service Quality: We deliver excellence by focusing on client needs and continuously improving our performance.

WORKING ON THE NORTH SLOPE

While working on the North Slope of Alaska, your lodging and food will be provided to you.  All camps provide warm meals and options to grab a quick lunch or snack from the spike rooms. Rooms vary from single status to shared rooms where your roommate may work the opposite shift.  Wi-Fi and Internet is free and available within the camp.  Services vary depending upon where you are staying; however, most facilities offer housekeeping, self-serve laundry, commissary, mail, gyms, TV/Theater Room, etc.  Each facility will have its own accommodation and policies that will be reviewed upon on-site orientation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment requirements outlined below are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. A post-offer, pre-hire Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) will be conducted to ensure an employee’s ability to safely meet job standards. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Candidates must be able to comply with the ASRC Energy Driving Records and Motor Vehicle Use Policy, successfully pass a pre-employment drug test which may include both urinalysis and hair testing, and meet the physical requirements of working in a remote location under arctic conditions. In addition, candidates will be required to pass a Fit-for-Duty Exam, complete a background check, and obtain and maintain an access badge for the work location. The availability of this position is contingent upon the Company’s continued operational needs once training is completed.

If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the ASRC Energy Human Resources Team at (907) 334-1688.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT

We comply with the terms of Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Act (VEVRAA). All decisions pertaining to employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, recruitment advertising, recruitment selection, layoff, terminations, training, compensation, benefits, and educational assistance will be executed without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, parenthood, medical condition, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, or any other basis or characteristics prohibited by applicable law.

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NOTE TO ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES

It is recommended that all current employees inform their managers when they apply for new positions as leadership will be notified of current employees applying for posted positions.