Contract Management Officer

Company Overview:

GMG is a global well-being company that retails, distributes, and manufactures a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across the sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties, and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG has established itself as a valued partner of choice for some of the world’s most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Operating across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include well-known names such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita’s, and McCain.

Role Description:

The Officer - Contract Management is responsible for managing and coordinating the full lifecycle of contracts to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency. The role provides end-to-end support for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and monitoring contracts while ensuring adherence to company policies, Delegation of Authority (DoA), and regulatory requirements. The Officer acts as a key point of contact for business units, procurement, and legal teams to ensure effective contract governance and timely execution.

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate the preparation, review, and execution of contracts across functions.

• Draft and review agreements using company templates, ensuring alignment with approved commercial and legal terms.

• Support negotiations on contractual terms and conditions, identifying risks and ensuring compliance with DoA and company standards.

• Prepare and maintain contract summaries, trackers, and performance dashboards.

• Monitor contract milestones, renewals, expirations, and obligations to ensure timely action.

• Provide guidance to departments on contract management processes and compliance requirements.

• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external vendors to resolve contract-related issues efficiently.

• Ensure records and documentation are maintained in the Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system.

• Support process improvements and standardization of contract management practices.

Functional/Technical Competencies:

• Strong understanding of contract law and contract lifecycle management.

• Ability to interpret and negotiate contract terms and clauses (e.g., indemnity, liability, and termination).

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on compliance and risk mitigation.

• Proficiency in Contract Management Systems (e.g., Coupa, SAP, Oracle).

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and analysis.

• Excellent attention to detail, time management, and multitasking abilities.

• Strong communication and coordination skills across cross-functional teams.

Requirements:

• 1 to 4 years of experience in contract administration, coordination, or procurement functions.