Contract Administrator II

ALLETE is headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, on beautiful Lake Superior, and has operations throughout the United States.

We invest in energy-centric businesses and transmission infrastructure.

Our companies include clean-energy producers and developers, and regulated utilities that already deliver more than 50% renewable energy.

Each of our businesses—Minnesota Power; Superior Water, Light & Power; ALLETE Clean Energy; New Energy Equity; ALLETE Renewable Resources; and BNI Energy—plays a unique and significant role in ALLETE's sustainability-in-action strategy.

Our culture drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet.

RESPONSIBILITIES:


* Negotiate commercial contract terms and provide commercial/contractual advice to others.


* Administer the contracting process through preparing and issuing bid documents, contract formation, change order review, resolution of disputes, and contract close out.


* Analyze and evaluate bids received and make recommendations regarding awards and contracts.


* Assure standardization of contract terminology, documentation and administrative procedures for complex requisitions.


* Obtain best economic value for goods and services while ensuring compliance with government regulations and company policies.


* Demonstrate honesty and integrity and treat people with respect.


* Understands risks and is able to make decisions in the absence of supervision.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:


* Bachelor degree PLUS four years or more related experience required
+ Degree in supply chain, purchasing, materials management, business administration, accounting, economics, engineering, or equivalent preferred
OR


* Associates degree PLUS six years or more related experience required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:


* This position may be considered for a hybrid work arrangement based on ALLETE's needs.

A Hybrid work arrangement means the employee's position will be a blend of work performed both in-person and at an offsite location such as an employee's home office.

This position will report to Duluth, MN.


* Effective communication and interpersonal skills required to establish and maintain good working relationships and to communicate pricing and contract requirements.


* Proficiency in Word and Excel required.


* Oracle system experience preferred.


* Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification preferred


* This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:


* The expected annual compensation range for this position is $70,000 - $87,000.

Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.


* Compensation Incentive Program


* Retirement Benefits


* Medical, Dental & Vision Plan


* Health Savings Account & Flexible Spe...