Distribution Center Contract Engineer

MYRIAM OULTACHE

US address: *** Bergen Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306

+1-614-***-**** ******.********@*****.***

www.linkedin.com/in/myriam-o-83050b95

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly organized and results-driven Contract Engineer with over 15 years of experience in contract management within international oil and gas joint ventures. Proven ability to manage the full contract lifecycle, from procurement planning to post-award contract administration. Adept at drafting and negotiating high-value Logistics, ITC, Civil works, Maintenance, Wells and Catering contracts. Skilled in coaching junior staff, resolving disputes, and ensuring compliance with legal and company procedures. Fluent in French, Arabic, and English with strong communication and leadership abilities. Currently seeking a challenging position to further leverage legal expertise and project execution skills.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Equipment Operator – SHIPPING DEPARTMENT

Victoria Secret & Co

May 2025 – Present

Key Responsibilities:

Lift and stack merchandise onto/off conveyor lines, semi-trailers, pallets, or other storage containers and racks within the Distribution Center.

Using a variety of powered industrial equipment that may include: stand-up forklift and Powered Electric Pallet Jack.

Operate power equipment at least 80% of working hours.

Responsible for handling full cases of product, including consistent lifting of cartons and merchandise onto and off conveyor lines, pallets, and other storage containers.

Maintain and verify documentation and information to facilitate the flow of merchandise through the Distribution Center.

Operate order-picking equipment and forklifts, conducting daily safety inspections as required.

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain clear pathways for safe forklift operations.

Receive, process, label, and store incoming stock.

Inspect boxes/cartons for damages, document findings, and manage records accordingly to ensure quality control.

Organize and maintain a clean, safe warehouse environment, free of hazards.

Effectively resolve urgent issues using strong problem-solving skills.

Contract Engineer

Sonatrach S.P.A (JV with Eni & Equinor), Hassi Messaoud – Algeria

Mar 2023 – April 2025

Key Responsibilities:

•Work closely and assist the End Users to establish a Tendering Strategy until getting the Award Contract from the Bid Committee approval.

During Pre Award Contract Phase:

•Liaise and work closely with End Users to prepare the Tendering Strategy; Open Tender, Restrictive or Limited Tender and Single Source Contract for the provision of different types of services such as ITC services and equipment, civil works, maintenance, logistics, Wells…etc.

•Assist and review the Scope of Work with the End User, whilst providing contractual guidelines, Tailoring terms and conditions in accordance with the nature of services.

•Prepare and finalized the Invitation to Tenders (ITTs) and send them out to the bidders.

•Administer all correspondences (in/out) including the request for clarifications raised by bidders.

•Lead the Technical and Commercial Bids opening with the ad-hoc committees

•Administer all correspondences (in/out) including technical and commercial clarifications during the technical and commercial evaluations.

•Conduct the Commercial Evaluation with the Commercial Evaluation Team (CET)

•Negotiate the exceptions to JV’s terms and conditions raised by bidders in their offers.

•Draft and prepare the Commercial Evaluation Report and send it to the End User.

•Assist the End Users to prepare the Award Letters for Bid Committee’s approval.

During the Post Award Contract Phase:

•Notify the End Users and the successful bidders about the award contract

•Draft and finalize the contract and get it signed by the parties.

•Handle the Amendments and Claims raised by End Users

•Liaise with Finance Dept., Contractor and End Users to resolve invoicing/payments issues.

•Investigate problems with different departments and recommend corrective actions.

•Participate in the resolution of disputes in coordination with End Users, Legal and Finance Depts.

•Ensure that all warranties and insurances are in place and maintained and updated with the contracts.

•Issue the Contract Close-out Letter after completion contract.

Contract Engineer

Sonatrach S.P.A (JV with BP & Equinor), Hassi Messaoud – Algeria

Dec 2011 – Feb 2023

Key Responsibilities:

Performed identical contract lifecycle management responsibilities as above.

Trained new staff and improved internal contracting procedures and templates.

Contract Engineer

BAAT, Hassi Messaoud – Algeria

Jan 2010 – Dec 2011

Key Responsibilities:

Performed identical contract lifecycle management responsibilities as above.

In addition to contract duties, I’ve acted as Bid Committee Secretary:

oPrepared agendas, documented minutes, and ensured timely circulation of committee communications.

oSupported bid evaluations and approvals across departments.

Contract Assistant

BAAT, Hassi Messaoud – Algeria

Sep 2008 – Dec 2009

Key Responsibilities: ‘

Managed administrative support functions: invoicing, delivery tracking, timesheet updates, and contract archiving.

Place orders and quotes for Clients/Contractors

Maintained and updated contract records using MAXIMO and Access database.

Provide administrative support for Contracts’ team.

Assist in answering clients/contractors calls and contracts representative emails.

Obtain pricing and request quotes from vendors.

Interfaced between the Contracts Department and JV stakeholders.

Conducted onboarding training for new Contracts Assistants.

Jurist (Lawyer)

Local Administrative Department, Bejaia – Algeria

Nov 2006 – Nov 2008

Key Responsibilities:

Handled litigation cases related to expropriation.

Drafted legal requests and represented cases in administrative courts.

Analyzed and responded to citizen complaints against government actions.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree in Law

Abderrahman Mira University, Bejaia – Algeria

Sep 1999 – Jun 2003

Aptitude Certification for Lawyer’s Occupation

Faculty of Law Said Hamdine, Algiers – Algeria

Sep 2003 – Feb 2005

CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Certificate in Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)

Pallet Jack (Crown) and Dock Lift (Crown and Raymond) (Stand-up)

Contract Management – CPE, Algeria

Drafting Specifications – P&P, Algeria

International Contracts – VIP Group, Algeria

MS Excel Certificate – Interstice Intégrateur de Solutions, Algeria

Strategic Contract Management – CP Training, United Kingdom

Strategic Cost Management – Anklesaria Group in convention with BP

TECHNICAL SKILLS

MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Internet,

Contract/Finance Systems: MAXIMO v6, Contracts Access Database.

Languages:

oFrench – Very Good (Written & Spoken),

oEnglish – Good (Written & Spoken),

oArabic – Very Good (Written & Spoken),

OTHER SKILLS:

•Contract/Bid Management,

•Compliance and Regulatory Knowledge,

•Dispute Resolution,

•Organizational skills and attention to Detail,

•Time Management,

•Communication,

•Team Work

•Problem-solving,

•Proficiency in various contract types (e.g. Unit rate; Lump sum, Cost plus).

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