Full-Time
Contracts Analyst
Posted on 10/5/2025
Arizona Public Service
1,001-5,000 employees
Delivers electricity to Arizona customers
No salary listed
No H1B Sponsorship
Phoenix, AZ, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid role; ~40% in-person required. Residency: Arizona (New Mexico for Four Corners).
US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance, Canada Citizenship, Canada Top Secret Clearance, UK Citizenship, UK Top Secret Clearance Required
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- A four year Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Contract Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Business Law or other job related field from an accredited college or university
- Plus five (5) years of paralegal, legal and/or contract administration experience.
- In lieu of bachelor's degree, combination of college coursework and/or experience in paralegal, legal and/or contract administration positions equaling nine (9) years.
- Prepares, negotiates, awards and manages contracts, subcontracts and agreements issued by company in conjunction with Category Managers, Strategic Procurement and Procurement staff.
- Manages the day-to-day administration of the contract documentation process including using master agreements when appropriate, reviewing supplier redline responses to APS contracts, identifying unacceptable terms and provisions and assisting with negotiations.
- Prepares a summary of significant exceptions during the contracting process and obtains attorney approvals when necessary.
- Identifies and develops appropriate terms and conditions that meet optimal balance between business unit and supplier requirements and that manage business unit/market/supplier risks. Ensures vendor/supplier business and legal terms are accurately documented and contract standards are met for finalized contract documents.
- Develops contracting approaches consistent with category strategies, business requirements and value objectives.
- Performs post-contract audit of executed contracts to assess compliance with policies and procedures and regulatory commitments.
- Analyzes company historical contract performance and current business needs in order to maintain and/or recommend updates to company vendor/supplier contract templates as necessary.
- Enters required contract data into the contract system, as needed. Creates training documentation and trains Category Managers and business units on contract tools and processes.
- Master's degree.
- Professional certification (e.g., CCCM or CPCM).
- Paralegal experience involving significant commercial contracting or similar work experience.
- Proficiency in contracts, terms and conditions development and negotiations.
- Working knowledge and understanding of category management and supply chain processes.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication, document writing and interpersonal skills.
- PC literate in Microsoft Office applications.
Arizona Public Service (APS) provides electric service to about 1.2 million customers across 11 of Arizona’s 15 counties, making it the state’s largest utility. It delivers power as a regulated utility, supported by a long history since 1886 and a focus on reliability, customer service, and responsible growth. How it works: APS generates and purchases electricity and distributes it through the electrical grid to homes and businesses, balancing price and service to meet demand. Its products are standard electricity plans and related services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Why it stands out: APS emphasizes accountability, safety, integrity, trust, and respect in its operations, with a stated goal of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona and improving customer value and shareholder return. Its competitive edge comes from its scale, local presence, and commitment to steady service, safety, and sustainable energy planning in a fast-growing state.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$1.9B
Headquarters
Phoenix, Arizona
Founded
1886
Simplify's Take
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