Contract Maintenance Specialist / Contract Management Analyst

Job description

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living! We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and proactive Contract Maintenance Specialist to support end-to-end contract lifecycle management. This role involves execution and maintenance of contracts and NDAs, ensuring compliance, managing contract metadata, and driving data-driven reporting and process improvements. The ideal candidate will be a strong team player, with excellent stakeholder management skills, experience with procurement and contract tools, process mindset, and focus on continuous improvement and innovation. Responsibilities: Contract Execution & Management • Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle activities, execution of- MSA/ Standalone, SOW, amendments, renewals, and termination. • Coordinate execution of Contracts and NDAs using tools such as DocuSign. • Perform regular contract compliance checks and ensure adherence to company policies and governance standards. • Handle contract renewal/extension/termination initiatives working with Global Procurement and the Legal team. Data Management & Reporting • Maintain accurate contract metadata in systems. • Generate reports, dashboards, and insights using Power BI and Excel to support decision-making. • Track key metrics such as contract cycle times, compliance rates, supplier performance, and risk indicators. • Ensure high-quality data management practices across all contract-related systems. Procurement & Process Knowledge • Demonstrate strong understanding of Source-to-Pay (S2P) lifecycle. • Drive continuous process enhancements and standardization, including SOP creation and optimization. • Leverage knowledge of Pathway projects to support Category managers and transformation initiatives Stakeholder & Supplier Management • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Legal, Procurement, Finance, Business teams) for contract execution and issue resolution. • Effectively communicate updates, risks, and insights to stakeholders. Risk & Compliance • Identify, assess, and manage contract-related risks. • Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations. Process Improvement & Innovation • Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements and automation. • Think out-of-the-box to enhance contract management processes and reporting efficiency. • Contribute to digital transformation initiatives using data-driven insights. Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration/ Commerce/ Accounting, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field Licenses/ Certifications: Six Sigma (Yellow/Green belt) Experience: 5-8 Years Competences: Core Functional Competences: Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) NDA execution processes Compliance & Governance Process Excellence & Continuous Improvement Stakeholder Collaboration Risk Assessment & Mitigation Experience with SOP creation and process documentation Technical Competences: Ariba/ SAP DocuSign Service Hub Physical Demands: Hybrid 2-3 days WFO based in Pune. Travel Requirements:  10 % Stay connected by joining our Talent Community. We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day.   Check us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. Unlimited., life, culture, and benefits at S+N. Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.