.Janssen - Contract Management SpecialistJohnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is recruiting for a Contract Management Specialist role, located 3 days per week in the High Wycombe office and 2 days per week working remotely. Working for Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine UK For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day.Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo. We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences.An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Contract Management Specialist to work as part of the Contract Management Centre of Excellence in our Operate Function, reporting to the UK Head of Contract Management. The Contract Management Specialist reports to the Head of Contract Management and plays a crucial role in managing the most critical supplier contracts that support business activity at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine.The purpose of this role is to ensure the delivery of full value from supplier contractual relationships and to ensure the fulfilment of contractual objectives and the realisation of business value. This role acts as a vital enabler for our business and will be independently responsible for the management of contractual agreements throughout the contract lifecycle, focusing most heavily on the contract delivery stage.Key Responsibilities: Build a deep understanding of the critical contracts the UK Operating Company holds.Support the internal business owner on how to deliver effective contract management through the lifecycle of the contracting activity: identification of business need; creation of the commercial and contracting model; management of obligations through the term; termination, exit or extension.Build strong and effective relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to the business and influencing effectively to ensure that the importance of Contract Management is well understood and well developed as a competency in the organisation.Work with the Procurement organisation to ensure the end-to-end process from identification of a business need; to selection of a supplier; to the delivery of contract obligations; to termination, exit orextension of a contract; is well managed.Run supplier performance reviews with critical suppliers, using a structured approach to preparation and ensuring reviews are efficient and effective in supporting the delivery of business value.Support business stakeholders in interpreting and understanding contracts and ensuring that all obligations set out in critical contracts are met
