Contract Administrator Senior ALLETE, Inc Minnesota Category: Administrative​/Clerical

Contract Administrator Senior
$85,000 - $107,000 | Hybrid with in-person reporting to Duluth, MN

Apply your supply chain and negotiating experience to drive cost-effective contracting and shape procurement strategies. You'll work to ensure compliance with government regulations, company policies and protect company interests, and you'll mentor others in complex negotiations.

This role is ideal for the senior level professional who thrives on independence, drives collaboration across teams, and owns the entire contracting lifecycle.

• Negotiate and structure commercial contracts to maximize value while managing risk and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Manage the complete contract lifecycle, from RFP strategy and bid evaluation through negotiation, execution, and closeout, ensuring seamless delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Partner with others to evaluate competitive bids, analyze cost-benefit tradeoffs, and make award recommendations that balance financial performance with strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on procurement initiatives, influencing strategy and driving alignment across business units.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key vendors and stakeholders, serving as the trusted advisor for procurement matters across the organization.

You'll have the opportunity to reshape how we approach procurement strategy and vendor relationships. We're a utility company navigating a complex regulatory environment and significant infrastructure investments, which means your decisions would directly impact our financial performance and operational success. You'll work with senior leadership across the organization, influence enterprise strategy, and work with a team that reflects a standard for excellence.

• Bachelor's degree required; preferred in supply chain, purchasing, materials management, business administration, accounting, economics, engineering or equivalent, and
  • Eight years of related experience required, or
• Associate’s degree, and
  • Ten years of related experience may be considered an educational equivalent.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel required.
• This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.

• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification desired.
• Oracle system experience preferred.

Located on the scenic shores of Lake Superior, Duluth offers a unique combination of professional opportunity and outdoor adventure. Enjoy year-round access to hiking, skiing, and water sports, along with a lively downtown filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment. The city's vibrant community hosts a variety of events and activities for all ages, while the local food, arts, and craft brewery scenes provide something for everyone.

Duluth is a welcoming place to live and build your career.

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