Contracts Administrator
Purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. Purchase raw or semifinished materials for manufacturing. May negotiate contracts.
At a Glance
Contracts Administrator earns an average of $57,200/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 3.8–4.6 years. Top skills: Customer Service, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills.
$57,200/yr
Bachelor's degree
3.8–4.6 years
15
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products
Median Wage
N/A
Growth (2024-34)
Not available
Education
Varies
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (9)
Finance
Request For Proposal
Workflow Management
Procurement
Auditing
QuickBooks (Accounting Software)
Invoicing
Contract Management
Common Skills (21)
Customer Service
Communication
Verbal Communication Skills
Detail Oriented
Management
Prioritization
Coordinating
Computer Literacy
Sales
Microsoft Office
Leadership
Multitasking
Ability To Meet Deadlines
Problem Solving
Teamwork
Filing
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