Contract Manager

At HiTHIUM, we’re not just leading the energy sector; we’re revolutionizing it! Our cutting-edge innovations in BESS manufacturing are setting new standards for sustainability and efficiency. We believe in pushing boundaries, breaking molds, and redefining what’s possible. If you’re passionate about driving change and want to be part of a team that’s making a real impact, you’ve come to the right place. Join us and let’s power the future together!

Reporting to the Head of Contracts and Commercial, the Contracts Manager will utilize their experience to assist with the commercial aspects of major contracts that HITHIUM is pursuing in the utility scale energy storage sector. This role is accountable for developing and obtaining approval for contract strategies, supporting business development and procurement process, as well as managing the administration of executed contracts, including change management, contract compliance, dispute resolution and contract audit processes. The person in this role will engage and work closely with internal and external legal counsels, sales, procurement and executive management.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Developing strategies and ultimately contracts to support business development activities
• Reviewing and negotiating equipment supply and long terms service contracts with customers and providing guidance and support to the sales group regarding the contract terms
• Understand client and sales team expectations and balance these with the corporate objectives and risk tolerance.
• Manage supplier/vendor relationship for major contracts and supporting procurement group related to contract terms
• Lead negotiations with suppliers in contracts to secure HITHIUM’s objectives and manage vendor risk.
• Oversee the vendor relationships in the context of compliance requirements.
• Develop and implement contract management strategies within the department. Work to execute the strategy and integrate with department and client groups to ensure process and compliance expectations are met.
• Ensure consistent delivery of services through the creation, monitoring and enforcement of contracts and contractual performance objectives.
• Ensure departmental alignment with the company’s goals and objectives with clear accountabilities and responsibilities.
• Promote use of leading practices in development of contract strategies and contract administration

EDUCATION:

• University degree; Engineering, Law, Science or Business

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a flexible hybrid office environment.
• Significant experience working with commercial contracts preferably supporting infrastructure construction, EPC or energy organizations.
• Experience developing strategy to support business development activities
• Experience working in a Law firm or as in-house counsel is an asset.
• Experience in contract negotiation, vendor management and dispute management.
• Demonstrated analytical and creative thinking skills to examine, build and negotiate contracting strategies.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address and overcome current and future challenges.
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills to execute time sensitive deliverables.
• A results-oriented focus is essential, as is the ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment and effectively manage multiple deliverables and priorities simultaneously.
• People and team oriented with a strong ability to establish an excellent level of confidence, credibility and cooperation with HITHIUM’s internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate well, both verbally and written.
• Ability to present information clearly and effectively.

HiTHIUM manufactures top quality stationary energy storage products for leading large-scale energy project developers as well as commercial and industrial customers.

We’re driven by our dedication to quality because that’s what our customers, the energy transition, and future generations deserve. And we believe that the most effective way to achieve it isn’t business as usual.

Adopting clean energy and securing a liveable planet call for new ways of building, innovating, and working.

HiTHIUM is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law.