Contract Analyst TemptoHire

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Contract Analyst to support procurement and supply chain activities in a hybrid role based in Columbus, Ohio. This position will primarily support Enterprise Security / Cybersecurity from a procurement and supply chain perspective, helping manage contract formation, sourcing events, commercial evaluations, supplier coordination, and contract administration activities.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting indirect procurement or contract administration in a structured corporate environment and will be comfortable managing multiple contracts, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders, and making sound recommendations within established policies and procedures. This role requires someone who can work independently, navigate unique issues, and provide strong commercial and sourcing support while maintaining governance and compliance standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement or contract professional who has experience with sourcing processes, contract lifecycle support, supplier communications, and ERP-based contract documentation, particularly in environments involving risk, legal, project management, and technical stakeholders.

• Contract Formation & Administration
• Lead and support the contract formation and contract administration process for various indirect material and service purchases
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• Administer multiple contracts, including issuance and coordination of change order requests, RFIs, amendments, and related contract documentation
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• Negotiate commercial terms and conditions to ensure alignment with stakeholder requirements and company standards.
• Support contract execution activities and ensure appropriate approvals, documentation, and governance controls are followed.
• Maintain organized and accurate contract files and records throughout the contract lifecycle.

• Develop, issue, and manage sourcing and tender documents, including RFPs, RFQs, RFIs
  , and other competitive bid packages.
• Manage both competitive sourcing and single/sole source processes for assigned contracts and categories.
• Lead proposal analyses and commercial evaluations, coordinating with internal clients and stakeholders throughout the review process.
• Support development of acquisition and sourcing strategies within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Help identify opportunities to support cost savings and value optimization initiatives for specific categories.

• Partner with internal stakeholders across procurement, legal, risk, project management, cybersecurity, tax, supplier qualification, and other business functions.
• Provide supply chain and procurement guidance to internal project clients while ensuring compliance with company policies and authorization controls.
• Coordinate communication efforts with suppliers, team members, business leaders, and subject matter experts.
• Support contract discussions and evaluations by helping align stakeholder requirements, timing, and business objectives.

• Conduct market research and competitive intelligence analysis within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Prepare summaries, evaluations, and recommendations to support sourcing and contract decisions.
• Maintain contract and sourcing records within ERP systems
  , including SAP Ariba
  , ensuring all governance and audit requirements are met.
• Support reporting, documentation, and process tracking related to sourcing and contract activity.
• Ensure procurement and contract activities are completed in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards.

• Draft, issue, and manage sourcing documents such as RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs.
• Review contract terms, supplier proposals, and commercial documentation.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and support contract evaluations.
• Track contract updates, change orders, RFIs, and approval workflows.
• Maintain contract documentation and records in SAP Ariba or related systems.
• Communicate with suppliers and internal teams regarding contract status, sourcing…