Weekday AI (YC W21) ยท 1 month ago
Procurement Contracts Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $132K/yr
5+ years expWeekday AI is a leading global professional services organization seeking an experienced Procurement Contracts Manager to support its enterprise-wide procurement operations. The role involves drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing procurement-related agreements while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
Computer Software
No H1B
Responsibilities
Review, redline, draft, and negotiate procurement contracts such as NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, and order forms, ensuring accuracy and alignment with internal playbooks and compliance standards
Manage and maintain the centralized contract repository, tracking renewals, deliverables, deadlines, and approval workflows
Coordinate internal reviews, due diligence, and approvals with teams such as Information Security, Risk, Privacy, Finance, and Procurement
Act as the primary point of contact for vendor negotiations and oversee end-to-end contract execution
Support the full contract lifecycle by collaborating closely with legal, finance, risk, and procurement operations teams
Provide guidance to internal stakeholders regarding contract process, obligations, and policy requirements
Prepare contract summaries, reporting metrics, and risk analyses for leadership review
Contribute to the enhancement of standard templates, clauses, workflows, and operational policies
Ensure accuracy and compliance with data protection regulations and documentation standards
Assist in issue resolution and escalation of complex contract matters as necessary
Stay informed on legal, regulatory, and industry updates impacting procurement and contracting practices
Qualification
Required
Hands-on experience with contract lifecycle management tools and e-signature platforms (e.g., DocuSign, CLM systems)
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interaction with legal teams, vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders
Ability to work autonomously in a high-volume environment
Discretion in handling confidential information
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field
5+ years of experience in contract administration or procurement contracting
Strong understanding of contract law concepts, risk management, and compliance
Preferred
Paralegal certification is an advantage
Familiarity with GDPR, HIPAA, or similar regulatory frameworks preferred
Experience supporting global procurement or legal functions strongly preferred
Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
Benefits
Bonus-eligible
Company
Weekday AI (YC W21)
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11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase