Company Description
Since 1936 PenAir® Credit Union has been the catalyst where community, resources, and impact come together and produce a powerful force for good. We have a unique culture and we’re passionate about it. Grown from the values we hold most dear, three guiding principles shape how we see the people we serve, the community around us, and our role within it. These guiding principles are Respect, Service, and Communerosity® and they’re woven throughout our culture.
PenAir is where people and community, resources and expertise align with your values to create real impact. Generational impact through strong financial education and support. We care about the things you care about. As the largest and oldest credit union in Pensacola, Florida, with more than $3.0 billion in assets, our purpose is to enhance the lives of those we serve from Mobile County, Alabama to Leon County, Florida.
Careers
Do you have a passion for helping others?
Currently, PenAir provides access to 11 convenient locations in Baldwin County, AL and Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties in Florida. Join us and become a powerful force for good - after all we live, work, and play here too.
Join the team. You’ll fit right in.
Take control of your future by mapping out a career at PenAir. Working with us means you can shape your professional experience to suit your dreams. We offer valuable resources that provide you the opportunity to build upon and strengthen your skills. Whether it be a career path in advising our members directly on products and services, guiding them through major purchase decisions on a home or vehicle, or even helping build the technology and processes behind the scenes, there is a place for everyone at Pen Air! Success looks different for everyone. Where will your journey take you?
The PenAir difference.
Just like we strive to be a force for good at work, Pen Air works just as hard to supply employees with a total rewards package that includes competitive salaries and meaningful benefits.
Holistic Amenities:
- Up to $15K available for continuing education
- Student Loan Paydown
- Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
- Wellness Programs
- Gym membership reimbursement
- Formal Career Development Resources
- Financial Wellness Resources
- Purchase assistance with computers and fitness equipment
Benefits Package Highlights:
- Generous PTO Plan—20 days for new hires
- Paid Maternal & Parental Leave
- Competitive Retirement Plan
- Competitive medical, dental & vision plans
- Company paid Telehealth services
- Company paid Short Term Disability
- And more……….!
The starting salary for this position is $70,200-82,000 annualized.
Contract Specialist Role: The Contract Specialist is responsible for overseeing the lifecycle of contracts from initial request through final approval. This role includes ensuring compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements, managing contract negotiation processes, and maintaining detailed records of contract terms and conditions.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
35%Contract Management: Draft, evaluate, negotiate, and review contracts. Identify and mitigate potential risk factors associated with contract agreements. Ensure all contract terms and conditions comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies. Monitor and manage ongoing performance and compliance of all contractual agreements, addressing and resolving any issues that arise.
25%Relationship Management: Serve as the primary contact for all contractual matters with clients and vendors. Collaborate and coordinate among multiple internal departments, such as legal, finance, and procurement, to facilitate contract approval processes and resolve barriers to optimal contract execution.
25%Cost Management: Evaluate and manage contract costs to ensure financial efficiency and accountability.
5%Reporting: Prepare reports on contract performance and compliance for management review.
5%Record Keeping: Maintain comprehensive records of all contract documentation and correspondence.
5%Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Performance Measurements:1.Provide informed, professional, and accurate service and support to all associates and vendors.2.Demonstrate strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.3.Demonstrates thorough problem solving, analytical skills, and attention to detail.4.Regular reliable attendance5.Demonstrate behaviors consistent with PenAir Core Values.
Knowledge and Skills:ExperienceOne year to three years of similar or related experience.Education(1) A two-year college degree, or (2) completion of a specialized certification or licensing, or (3) completion of specialized training courses conducted by vendors, or (4) job-specific skills acquired through an apprenticeship program.Interpersonal SkillsWork involves extensive personal contact with others and is of a personal or sensitive nature. Motivating, influencing, and/or training others is key at this level. Outside contacts become important and fostering sound relationships with other entities (companies and/or individuals) becomes necessary and often requires the ability to influence and/or sell ideas or services to others.Other SkillsIn-depth understanding of contract law, procurement practices, and industry-specific regulations.
Certified Contract Management certification is a plus (e.g., CFCM, CCCM, CPCM).
Requires ability to manage multiple contracts and deadlines simultaneously.
Exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness of contracts.
Familiarity with contract management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with Workday preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Physical RequirementsLight or low amount of physical exertion.Work EnvironmentNo adverse environmental working conditions noted.
