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Contracts Specialist/Administrator
@ Aplin
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Overview
Aplin is hiring a Contract Administrator on a temporary contract in Saskatoon, SK, onsite with possible extension. The role manages contracts across their full lifecycle, from developing RFPs and negotiating with vendors to post-contract performance and dispute resolution. Candidates need at least 10 years of contract administration and strategic sourcing experience.
Responsibilities:
- Develop RFPs, RFQs and commercial and contractual terms
- Evaluate vendor proposals and lead contract negotiations
- Manage vendor disputes, performance, incentives and contract changes
- Build relationships with internal stakeholders and vendors
- Ensure contracts comply with policies and legal requirements
Requirements summary:
- Degree in Administration, Management, Commerce, Law, Engineering or related field
- Minimum 10 years in contract administration and strategic sourcing
- Proven experience managing large, complex contracts
- Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives
- Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SAP
- SCMP designation required or considered a strong asset
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · careerpage
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-07
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-23
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | SCMP |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Administration, Management, Commerce, Law, Engineering |
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Aplin
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| Open jobs on Jobsy | 843 |
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Tammy Boyko and Carlan Wilbon with Aplin are hiring a Contract Administrator to manage and administer contracts across their Saskatoon client’s full lifecycle. This role works closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure contracts are developed, executed, and managed in compliance with company policies, business needs, and applicable legislation.
This is an immediate temporary role based in Saskatoon, SK onsite with the potential to extend.
Responsibilities:
- Develop RFPs, RFQs, etc. including commercial and contractual terms
- Evaluate vendor proposals and lead contract negotiations
- Provide post-contract support, including:
- Vendor dispute resolution
- Performance management
- Incentives and liquidated damages provisions
- Contract changes and terminations
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, vendors, and contractors to support cost efficiency and timely delivery
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure contracts align with policies, procedures, and legal requirements
- Work closely with contract owners and key stakeholders to ensure contracting processes are completed on time and meet business requirements
- Comply with all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Skills and Qualifications:
- Degree in Administration, Management, Commerce, Law, Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in contract administration and strategic sourcing, with progressively increasing responsibility
- Proven experience managing large, complex contracts
- Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills
- Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP
- SCMP designation is required or considered a strong asset
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers. Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.
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