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Contract Manager / Data Analytics Support Consultant – 1099 Contractor
Position Overview
ISG is seeking a Contract Manager / Data Analytics Support Consultant to provide contract administration, project coordination, and business support for a large-scale data and analytics transformation initiative. This individual will work closely with stakeholders to manage contract records, track obligations, coordinate supplier transition activities, support commercial administration, and maintain project documentation and reporting.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting complex business initiatives involving contract administration, supplier management, project coordination, and stakeholder communication.
Responsibilities
Contract Management
- Maintain contract inventories, including agreements, statements of work, amendments, and related documentation.
- Track contract obligations, renewal dates, notice requirements, dependencies, and assigned owners.
- Identify missing documentation and escalate items requiring additional review.
- Maintain contract action logs, issue trackers, and organized contract records throughout the project lifecycle.
Supplier Transition & Commercial Support
- Review contractual provisions related to transition assistance, scope changes, termination clauses, notice requirements, and ongoing obligations.
- Prepare summaries of key contract considerations, risks, and questions for stakeholder review.
- Track supplier transition activities and contractual milestones against established project schedules.
- Support invoice reviews, transition charges, credits, rate changes, and contractual reconciliation efforts.
Project Coordination
- Prepare draft change requests, amendments, correspondence, and issue logs using approved templates and guidance.
- Coordinate document reviews, version management, and approval routing.
- Attend project and stakeholder meetings, document action items, and track follow-up activities.
- Support daily project coordination activities, task management, and priority tracking.
Analytics & Reporting Support
- Assist with tracking project metrics, contract obligations, supplier commitments, and transition progress.
- Maintain reporting artifacts, reconciliation logs, and project documentation repositories.
- Generate status updates and concise summaries for project stakeholders.
Required Skillsets
- 5+ years of experience in contract administration, supplier management, procurement support, project coordination, or a related business operations role.
- Experience managing contract records, obligations tracking, amendments, and commercial documentation.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
- Experience supporting supplier transitions, contract changes, or large-scale business transformation initiatives.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and reporting capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience interacting with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting data and analytics, technology, sourcing, or business transformation initiatives.
- Experience working with supplier contracts, statements of work, amendments, and procurement processes.
- Familiarity with contract lifecycle management and project governance processes.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field
Work Environment
- This is a remote position in the United States, Eastern time zone preferred.
- Contract duration is approximately 5 months with the possibility of an extension.
- Regular collaboration with project stakeholders through meetings, documentation reviews, and status updates.
At ISG, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our communities. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. ISG is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
The duties and responsibilities described in this job description may not be a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time and/or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
#LI-Remote
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Contract Manager / Data Analytics Support Consultant – 1099 Contractor
Position Overview
ISG is seeking a Contract Manager / Data Analytics Support Consultant to provide contract administration, project coordination, and business support for a large-scale data and analytics transformation initiative. This individual will work closely with stakeholders to manage contract records, track obligations, coordinate supplier transition activities, support commercial administration, and maintain project documentation and reporting.
The ideal candidate will have experience supporting complex business initiatives involving contract administration, supplier management, project coordination, and stakeholder communication.
Responsibilities
Contract Management
- Maintain contract inventories, including agreements, statements of work, amendments, and related documentation.
- Track contract obligations, renewal dates, notice requirements, dependencies, and assigned owners.
- Identify missing documentation and escalate items requiring additional review.
- Maintain contract action logs, issue trackers, and organized contract records throughout the project lifecycle.
Supplier Transition & Commercial Support
- Review contractual provisions related to transition assistance, scope changes, termination clauses, notice requirements, and ongoing obligations.
- Prepare summaries of key contract considerations, risks, and questions for stakeholder review.
- Track supplier transition activities and contractual milestones against established project schedules.
- Support invoice reviews, transition charges, credits, rate changes, and contractual reconciliation efforts.
Project Coordination
- Prepare draft change requests, amendments, correspondence, and issue logs using approved templates and guidance.
- Coordinate document reviews, version management, and approval routing.
- Attend project and stakeholder meetings, document action items, and track follow-up activities.
- Support daily project coordination activities, task management, and priority tracking.
Analytics & Reporting Support
- Assist with tracking project metrics, contract obligations, supplier commitments, and transition progress.
- Maintain reporting artifacts, reconciliation logs, and project documentation repositories.
- Generate status updates and concise summaries for project stakeholders.
Required Skillsets
- 5+ years of experience in contract administration, supplier management, procurement support, project coordination, or a related business operations role.
- Experience managing contract records, obligations tracking, amendments, and commercial documentation.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
- Experience supporting supplier transitions, contract changes, or large-scale business transformation initiatives.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and reporting capabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience interacting with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting data and analytics, technology, sourcing, or business transformation initiatives.
- Experience working with supplier contracts, statements of work, amendments, and procurement processes.
- Familiarity with contract lifecycle management and project governance processes.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, Project Management, Information Systems, or a related field
Work Environment
- This is a remote position in the United States, Eastern time zone preferred.
- Contract duration is approximately 5 months with the possibility of an extension.
- Regular collaboration with project stakeholders through meetings, documentation reviews, and status updates.
At ISG, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our communities. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. ISG is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
The duties and responsibilities described in this job description may not be a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time and/or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
#LI-Remote
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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- DiningRD66
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Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in contract consultant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, management, finance, or a related field
- 3 or more years of consulting, advisory, or project-based work experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated client-facing experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience managing project timelines, stakeholder communication, and deliverable documentation
- Professional certifications such as PMP, Six Sigma, or relevant industry credentials preferred
Tips for Your Contract Consultant Job Search
Tailor your resume to each engagement
Contract consultants are hired for specific deliverables, so your resume needs to reflect outcomes, not just duties. For each past project, name the client industry, the problem you solved, and the measurable result you delivered.
Highlight your independent contractor experience
If you've worked on a 1099 or through a consultancy, call that out explicitly. Hiring managers want to know you can hit the ground running without hand-holding, so frame your experience around autonomous project delivery.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists contract consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without sorting through unrelated postings.
Target postings that match your domain depth
Contract consultant roles are almost always domain-specific. A posting in healthcare operations and one in fintech strategy require completely different expertise, so apply only where your industry background directly matches the client's sector.
Prepare a concise project portfolio or case summary
Many contract consultant interviews ask you to walk through a past engagement. Have two or three structured case summaries ready that explain the brief, your analytical approach, the recommendation you made, and what happened after.
Negotiate rate and scope before the engagement starts
Unlike salaried roles, contract work gives you room to negotiate both your daily or project rate and the defined deliverables. Clarify the scope in writing before you agree, so both sides have the same expectations going in.
Contract Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most contract consultants?
The most active employers for contract consultants right now are DiningRD, Wells Fargo, and KPMG, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest in management consulting, technology services, and healthcare advisory.
How many contract consultant jobs are remote?
About 37% of contract consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the project-based nature of the work. Strategy, IT advisory, and financial consulting engagements are the sub-areas most likely to allow remote delivery, while operational and change management roles more often require on-site presence at the client's location.
How do you become a contract consultant?
Start by building deep expertise in a specific domain, such as operations, finance, or technology, through full-time roles or project work. Develop a portfolio of outcomes you can speak to in interviews. Then pursue independent engagements through consulting firms, staffing agencies, or direct client outreach, building your network and reputation with each project you complete.
Can you get hired as a contract consultant with little experience?
Entry-level contract consultant roles do exist, particularly at larger consulting firms and staffing agencies that place junior analysts on structured client projects. Focus on roles labeled analyst or associate consultant, emphasize any internship, case competition, or freelance project work, and be ready to demonstrate structured thinking and communication skills from day one.
What does the contract consultant interview process look like?
Most contract consultant interviews include a behavioral screen followed by one or more case or scenario-based rounds where you walk through how you would approach a client problem. Some employers also ask for a written work sample or a presentation of a past project. Final stages often involve a conversation with a senior partner or client-side stakeholder about fit and availability.
Where can I find and apply to contract consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to contract consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without having to sort through postings outside your field.
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