We are looking for a Contracts Analyst who is well-organized and possesses the ability to multi-task and bring solutions to the Studio’s contracting process. The ideal candidate will interact with multiple individuals and/or team disciplines as well as external supplier and partners. Not only will they be responsible for managing the Studios’ contracting process, but they will also be training business partners on the process

Responsibilities:

Manage the Studio’s overall contracting process including timelines of deliveries, SLA, and backlog
Partner with stakeholders and business partners across our business to provide robust contract support and guidance
Execute contracts on behalf of the Studio with external partners, and ensure alignment of contractual terms
Assess and communicate risk of contracts with the Business Management team and relevant stakeholders from a business standpoint including not only risk based on contractual terms, but the risk based on the Supplier’s ability to deliver against contractual milestones
Manage the Microsoft requirements for compliance of contractual terms and requirements including the following: Accessibility, Customers’ PII, Microsoft IP, Supplier Privacy, and Microsoft Sustainability initiatives
Manage the Purchase Orders requirements for contracts including the necessary work back schedule to meet internal deadlines
Create Purchase Orders to support Hardware, Middleware, Software, and Cloud Orders
Provide updates against budget for contractual spend by budget owner.
Manage the Studio’s contractor hiring process with our external partner based on allowable budget for the role as per the Studios budget, and the allowable amount per role. This person will ensure that the process aligns to Microsoft Procurement policies and will evangelize process throughout the Studio with stakeholders
Improve processes and reporting that improve efficiency by working with the Business Management, Studio Operations, Contractor Hub, and other stakeholders

Qualifications:

Required Skills:

3-5+ years of experience successfully managing contracts
2-4+ years of experience working with budgets and/or procurement role
Must have experience with managing written agreements, providing financial reporting, tracking headcount, and procurement processes
Demonstrated experience using Excel for tracking complex financial forecast and contractual spend summaries via pivot tables
Demonstrated experience working in cross-group collaboration and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated experience in improvement of FinOps processes in a complex environment
Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Preferred Skills That The Candidate Would Demonstrate:

Ability to manage a dynamic and evolving workflow schedule to support and execute multiple agreements
Well-organized with strong attention to detail; effective written and verbal communication, and internal personal skills
Experience partnering with external customers on contract/agreement or finance related inquiries
Passion for games, though that is not required
Experience supporting computer, video and/or online game software development, or other consumer entertainment products and services

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