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Contracting Specialist
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Location

Bristol

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full-time

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About this role

Location: Bristol, UK  (Hybrid) 

This is a hybrid position primarily based in Bristol. We’re committed to your flexibility and wellbeing and our hybrid strategy currently requires three days a week in the office, giving you the option to work remotely for some of your working week. Find out more at http://computershare.com/flex.

We give you a world of potential

We’re embarking on an exciting new phase in the expansion of our Procurement target operating model and we’re looking for talented individuals to be part of the journey. These changes will enhance the capability of Computershare’s global Procurement teams. Our ambition is to create a function that is proactively called upon by the business to enable growth while reducing cost and managing risk. 

To support our vision for the Procurement function, we are building new capabilities in our CoE of which this role will be part of. These capabilities will cover sourcing and contracting, data analytics and reporting, systems and process improvements, as well as third-party risk management and vendor management activities.

At Computershare, our global Procurement function plays a vital role in delivering value across all business units, negotiating with third-party suppliers and supporting the purchase of goods and services across every region. As part of this team, the Contracting Specialist operates at a global level, helping to shape our supplier partnerships while ensuring we meet strict legal, regulatory, and internal standards. In this fast-paced and collaborative role, you'll support sourcing efforts across a variety of categories, helping to deliver measurable cost savings and long-term value from our supply chain. You’ll lead the negotiation of commercial terms and fees, manage the contracting process end-to-end, and ensure all necessary requisitions and documentation are completed accurately and on time. 

A role you will love

From handling stakeholder inquiries and supporting supplier onboarding to clearing outstanding purchase orders, your attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence will help keep everything running smoothly.


You’ll also play a key role in analyzing market trends and financial data to support both new and renewal contract decisions, while maintaining an accurate and organized contract management system. Your insights will contribute to cost avoidance initiatives, category-specific strategies, and overall procurement innovation. By driving tail spending initiatives and enhancing our supplier relationships, you’ll help position Procurement as a true source of competitive advantage, risk management, and continuous improvement

Key Responsibilities:

  • Handle small to medium negotiations including contract work, market analysis and financial analysis 
  • Support supplier onboarding
  • Contract Management including new and renewals
  • Interact with stakeholders and cross functional teams in support of supplier sourcing.
  • Prepare reporting and presentations as needed
  • Manage small to medium tail suppliers through lifecycle

What will you bring to the role? 

We are a global business with an entrepreneurial spirit, and we are proud of that. What that comes with is a fast-paced environment and lots of change so you will be resilient in nature and able to adapt quickly and embrace the pace of change we often work under.

Required:

  • Strong knowledge of Procurement Categories and the associated supplier landscape
  • Experienced at negotiating commercial terms & fees
  • 7 years’ Procurement negotiation experience
  • Minimum Project management qualification – or significant experience in this field

Preferred:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Economics, Finance, Operations or related area

Rewards designed for you

Flexible work to help you find the best balance between work and lifestyle.

Health and wellbeing rewards that can be tailored to support you and your family.

Invest in our business by setting aside salary to purchase shares in our company, and you’ll receive a company contribution as well.

Extra rewards ranging from recognition awards and team get togethers to helping you invest in your future.

And more. Ours is a welcoming and close-knit community, with experienced colleagues ready to help you grow. Our careers hub will help you find out more about our rewards and life at Computershare, visit computershare.com/careershub.

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A company to be proud of
We're a global leader in financial administration with over 12,000 employees across more than 22 different countries. At Computershare, it’s more than just a job, our open and inclusive culture means that we will help you to grow, to move forward and make the most of our world of opportunities.
Fairness and culture
We're dedicated to providing you with the opportunity to succeed on your own merits, starting from the application process and continuing throughout your career with us. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued, to remove barriers and obstacles and ensure equal opportunities for all. For support with accommodations or adjustments during our recruitment process please visit computershare.com/access for further information.

Our Shared Services teams support all of our business lines behind the scenes. Across the world, we have a range of specialisms that ensure the delivery of our business priorities. These include Technology, Information Security, Finance, Risk, Audit, Governance, Marketing and Communications as well as our People team. Join our strategic team and help us look after everything from creating an amazing end to end employee journey to keeping our systems safe. You'll be looking after our people, our clients and their customers, whilst maintaining our exceptional standards around the globe.

Other facts

Tech stack
Procurement Categories,Negotiation,Contract Management,Market Analysis,Financial Analysis,Stakeholder Interaction,Reporting,Supplier Onboarding,Project Management,Data Analytics,Risk Management,Vendor Management,Operational Excellence,Cost Savings,Supplier Relationships,Continuous Improvement

About Computershare

Welcome to a world of potential

Computershare can genuinely be considered an Australian success story. From modest beginnings in 1978, we have become the recognised global leader in our field, employing over 12,000 people in around 90 offices worldwide.

Our success can be attributed to many factors, not least of which is our ability to attract and retain high calibre employees. With a strong focus on delivering certainty, ingenuity and advantage to our clients, we promote an entrepreneurial spirit and an enterprise-wide commitment to service excellence.

Our diverse portfolio of services and products across our entire group of companies, offers the opportunity to expand your skills, experience and responsibilities across a range of industries both locally and internationally. Opening up a world of potential for you.

If you are looking for that first step or next step in your career, we encourage you to visit careers.computershare.com, or please explore the rest of this site for more information about our business, culture and values.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Financial Services

What you'll do

  • The Contracting Specialist will handle negotiations, manage the contracting process, and support supplier onboarding. They will also analyze market trends and financial data to inform contract decisions and maintain an organized contract management system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Contracting Specialist do at Computershare?

As a Contracting Specialist at Computershare, you will: the Contracting Specialist will handle negotiations, manage the contracting process, and support supplier onboarding. They will also analyze market trends and financial data to inform contract decisions and maintain an organized contract management system..

Why join Computershare as a Contracting Specialist?

Computershare is a leading Financial Services company.

Is the Contracting Specialist position at Computershare remote?

The Contracting Specialist position at Computershare is based in Bristol, England, United Kingdom. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Contracting Specialist position at Computershare?

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