Contract Manager

Contract Manager - Asia area Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent - want to join the ride?- We are now looking for a**Contract Manager - Asia area** - to join our team working for a better future. The position is permanent and the preferred location is in in France, at Surgeres office.**What you will be doing** You will be responsible for all business related to our customers in Asia and will be reporting to the Agreement Manager within our "Special Application" entity.**As Contract Manager, your work will focus on these responsibilities**: - Ensure management of agreements and projects links to our Asian customers (analyse, study, understand the project in its entirety and ensure the production & financial follow-ups...). - Manage a dedicated team - Elaborate the contractual strategy of the project, and analyse the customer’s needs. - Setting up contract management tables. - Advise and support the operational teams in the interpretation of the contractual terms. - Write and follow up the correspondences. - Identify risks (legal, contractual, operational, commercial, financial...) and propose - corrective measures in compliance with the contract. - Manage pre-litigation situations with the support of the Legal Manager. - Analyse project developments and contractual impacts, identify commercial levers to improve the operation's margin. - Evaluate opportunities to improve the performance and security of the contract. - Analyse the indicators and organizational processes of the project that may impact its security. - Ensure that contractual deviations are dealt with as soon as possible and their impact and financial compensation. - Participate in the creation of the risk management plan and its analysis throughout the project. - Lead and manage risks and opportunities by proposing action plans to reduce risks. - Be able to guarantee the gross margin level of the project. - Participate in the development of amendments. - Participate & Contribute to the good relationship with customers, suppliers, partners and subcontractors. **To be successful in this role we expect you to have**: - Have a nuclear sensitive /experience - nuclear culture - Have an industrial experience - Have a diesel engine knowledge would be appreciated - Have strong business and customer focus - Have excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships - Demonstrable negotiation and influencing experience - Have good understanding of budgeting and strategic planning - Have high attention to detail - Be fluent in French, and English professional - Hold good time management and organisation skills - able to effectively manage a dynamic workload - Be able to work effectively and efficiently independently and as part of a team - Demonstrate situational and cultural sensitivity. - Have 5+ years of experience as project/contract manager - Master Degree in Project Management / Engineering - International journeys are expected - In this role, some travel is required to meet with our customers around the world. Thus, we hope you to be ready to travel approximately 20%, even though most of the meetings are held virtually.**Description du poste**: En tant que Contract Manager, vous serez responsable de toutes les activités liées à nos clients en Asie.**Rattaché(e) au responsable des contrats au sein de notre entité « Special Application », vous serez chargé(e) de**: - Assurer la gestion des accords et projets liés à nos clients asiatiques (analyser, étudier, comprendre le projet dans sa globalité et assurer les suivis de production & financiers...). - Manager une équipe dédiée - Elaborer la stratégie contractuelle du projet et analyser les besoins du client. - Mettre en place des tableaux de gestion des contrats. - Conseiller et soutenir les équipes opérationnelles dans l'interprétation des termes contractuels. - Rédiger et suivre les correspondances. - Identifier les risques (légaux, contractuels, opérationnels, commerciaux, financiers...) et proposer des mesures correctives dans le respect du contrat. - Gérer les situations précontentieuses avec le soutien du responsable juridique. - Analyser les évolutions des projets et les impacts contractuels, identifier les leviers