Contracts Specialist

At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what’s possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world’s most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.  

Reimagine What’s Possible 

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases, has an immediate opening for a Contracts Specialist to be based in our Gonzalez, LA facility.

We pride ourselves on being an innovative technology company that furthers an environment of partnership and inclusion. We need and seek out people who are dedicated and driven to build the future. People with passion and dedication to get it right and a never-ending desire to innovate, learn, improve and supply. Sound like you?  Are you someone who is creative, detail oriented and able to organize multiple priorities within a lively environment? We have the opportunity for you!

What's In It for You: 

At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!

• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment) 
• 401k with 100% vested company core and match  
• Paid Vacation, holidays + sick time  
• Paid Parental leave (Up to 4 weeks for both parents) 
• Backup Child and Adult Care benefit 
• Adoption assistance  
• Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare) 
• Life Insurance (AD&D- Paid for by Air Products), Supplemental AD&D 
• Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage  
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program) 
• Many more supplemental benefits available 

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Prepares recommended source lists of qualified contractors, drawing upon their past performance experience. Coordinates the list with project management and customer recommendations.
• Prepares Request for Proposal form and verifies accuracy and completeness of proposal packages. Interfaces with affected sections to clarify and ensure that all necessary data has been included.
• Receives contractors' responses to requests for proposals, determines each contractor's ability to meet Company and project requirements, and negotiates the terms and conditions.
• Prepares and issues contracts commensurate with delegated procurement authority.
• Prepares contract documents and amendments, including identification and inclusion of flow down requirements from the prime contract. Ensures that terms and conditions will be appropriate.
• Prepares reports and contractual correspondence for project management and customer.
• Establishes and maintains accurate tracking records tailored to each contract.
• Maintains and updates contractors' files to include records of payment.
• Interprets internal and external business challenges with impact on the organization and recommends best practice solutions.
• Contributes to implementation plan development and project coordination.

Education and Licensing Requirements:

• BA/BS in related field or applicable discipline preferred, or equivalent years’ experience.
• Generally 4 to 8 years of experience.
• Advanced proficiency with applicable software applications in related field. Must be proficient in SAP.
• Advanced analytical and problem solving skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail critical.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities is critical.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are essential to effectively teach what they know to other employees.
• Ability to transfer subject matter expertise and understanding to other employees and/or internal customers is required regarding why work is performed the way it is and how it impacts the broader organization.
• Strong ability to persuade and influence others.
• Commitment to customer service and ability to lead functional project teams is important.
• Ability to maintain confidential information is critical.

Join Air Products, where we proudly value the skills, dedication, and leadership that veterans bring to the table. As a veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the unique strengths and experiences that veterans contribute, and we foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.  

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We are the world’s largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future. 

At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products. 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.  
  
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.).  You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.  

Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at talent@airproducts.com. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you’ll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.