Contracts & Procurement Specialist in Great Yarmouth

About ODE Asset Management:

ODE Asset Management (ODE) is an established Asset Management and Operations Support provider with offices in Aberdeen and Great Yarmouth. As part of the DORIS Group, we deliver engineering, project management, procurement and operational support services across the UK energy sector, helping our clients safely and efficiently manage critical offshore and onshore assets. Our collaborative approach, commercial expertise and commitment to operational excellence enable us to build long-term partnerships with both clients and suppliers.

About the Contracts & Procurement Specialist:

We are seeking an experienced Contracts & Procurement Specialist to join our team based in Great Yarmouth. Reporting to the Contracts & Supply Chain Manager, this is a varied and rewarding role that combines both contract management and procurement responsibilities. You will play a key role in supporting the business by drafting and negotiating contracts, identifying and managing commercial risk, leading procurement activities and developing strong supplier relationships. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with operational teams, project managers, finance, suppliers and clients, helping to ensure commercially robust solutions that support the successful delivery of engineering and operational projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Contracts Management
• Drafting and negotiating commercial terms for client and supplier agreements.
• Providing contractual assessments during tendering and proposal stages.
• Reviewing client contracts, identifying commercial and contractual risks and presenting recommendations to senior management.
• Preparing and managing Non-Disclosure Agreements, Memoranda of Understanding and other contractual documentation.
• Managing contract amendments, extensions and contractual records.
• Supporting Operations and Cost Control teams in understanding contractual obligations, variations and claims.
• Ensuring compliance with ODE and DORIS Group contracting standards and referring matters outside delegated authority to the Legal team.
• Procurement & Supply Chain
• Managing procurement activities from tender preparation through to contract award.
• Drafting Invitations to Tender and evaluating supplier submissions.
• Leading supplier onboarding and maintaining supplier databases.
• Undertaking supplier due diligence in accordance with Group governance requirements.
• Managing supplier performance, relationships and commercial issues.
• Providing procurement and expenditure information to Finance and Cost Control teams.
• Deputising for the Contracts & Supply Chain Manager when required.
• Commercial Governance
• Ensuring compliance with company procedures, governance standards and the Code of Conduct.
• Supporting commercial risk management throughout project delivery.
• Promoting best practice in procurement, supplier management and contract administration.
• Working collaboratively across departments to deliver value and continuous improvement.

Skills, Experience and qualities we are looking for:

Essential

• Experience within contracts, procurement or supply chain management.
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
• Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with clients and suppliers.
• Strong organisational skills and a structured approach to contract administration.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word.
• Ability to interpret commercial risks and provide practical recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to demanding deadlines.
• Willingness to travel to other ODE offices as required.

Desirable

• Degree qualification in Business, Law, Procurement or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification in Contract Law and/or relevant commercial experience.
• Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) qualification.
• Experience within the oil & gas, energy or engineering sectors.
• Experience using the LOGIC suite of contracts.
• Knowledge of engineering, operations or maintenance support contracts.
• Experience managing supplier performance and commercial disputes.

Why Join ODE?

At ODE Asset Management, you’ll join a collaborative organisation where commercial excellence is fundamental to the successful delivery of engineering and operational projects. This role offers the opportunity to influence contracting strategy, build long-term supplier relationships and support major projects across the UK energy sector, while developing your career within a respected and growing organisation. In return, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• A competitive salary
• 22 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Company performance-related bonus
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
• Sick pay
• Life insurance
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application.