Procurement Contract Manager

About Checkr Checkr builds people infrastructure for the future of work. And we believe everyone should have a fair chance to work. That's why we've designed a faster-and fairer-way to screen job seekers. Established in 2014 and valued at $5B, Checkr puts modern technology powered by machine learning in the hands of hiring teams, helping thousands of companies like Uber, Instacart, Netflix, Compass Group, and Adecco to hire great new people with an experience that's fast, smooth, and safe.
A career at Checkr means collaborating with brilliant minds, disrupting an industry, and opening channels of employment to often overlooked candidates. Checkr has been recognized as one of BuiltIn's 2023 Best Places to Work in the US and is a Y Combinator 2023 Breakthrough Company and Top Company by Valuation .
About the team/roleAs a Procurement Contract Manager, you will be a critical part of a growing Procurement Team andplay an important role in partnering with our stakeholders and vendors to deliver a best-in-class contract experience. A successful Procurement Contract Manager is knowledgeable of procurement practices and skilled at leading vendor contract negotiations. The individual will be organized and embrace learning in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
What you'll do

• Work closely with the Procurement Team and stakeholders on all vendor contract-related matters to drive mutually favorable outcomes.
• Draft, evaluate, negotiate, and execute various vendor contracts covering a range of goods and services.
• Lead and navigate complex contract negotiations for various categories, including SaaS, R&D, IT, Marketing, and HR.
• Skilled in legal and financial aspects of vendor contract management, resulting in comprehensive, balanced agreements that align with organizational objectives.
• Serve as an expert in the contract processes and ensure compliance with cross-functional teams, including the ability to identify opportunities to streamline operations.
• Assist internal stakeholders with vendor contractual matters, requirements, risk management, and mitigation strategies.
• Adept using procurement software and technologies for data analysis, reporting, and automation, contributing to process efficiency and accuracy.
• Manage the contract process, including the renewal, extension, or termination, based on what is most beneficial for Checkr.
• Leads negotiations on contract modifications with internal stakeholders and vendors
• Presents alternatives and recommendations to solve unique and complex contract problems.

What you bring

• 8+ years of contract management, ideally working on vendor contracts in close partnership with procurement teams
• Strong knowledge of risk assessment and mitigation in procurement, particularly related to vendor and contract risks
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for building and maintaining vendor relationships, fostering a collaborative environment, and enhancing negotiation capacities.
• Experience driving decision-making In a collaborative, fast-paced environment
• Exceptional judgment and negotiation skills
• Proven ability to work in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment and lead complex initiatives
• Ability to work and communicate with a diverse group of employees, from entry-level to executive team
• Comfortable in a constantly changing environment with high growth and proven ability to manage stakeholder timelines and deadlines

What you'll get

• A fast-paced and collaborative environment
• Learning and development allowance
• Competitive compensation and opportunity for advancement
• 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Up to $25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services
• Flexible PTO policy
• Monthly wellness stipend, home office stipend

At Checkr, we believe a hybrid work environment strengthens collaboration, drives innovation, and encourages connection. Our hub locations are Denver, CO, San Francisco, CA, and Santiago, Chile. Individuals are expected to work from the office 2 to 3 days a week. In-office perks are provided, such as lunch four times a week, a commuter stipend, and an abundance of snacks and beverages.
One of Checkr's core values is Transparency. To live by that value, we've made the decision to disclose salary ranges in all of our job postings . We use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop ranges for our roles and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. If this role is remote, we have listed the top to the bottom of the possible range, but we will specify the target range for an exact location when you are selected for a recruiting discussion. For more information on our compensation philosophy, see our website .
The base salary range for this role is $137,636 to $186,214 in Denver. Equal Employment Opportunities at Checkr
Checkr is committed to hiring talented and qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds for all of its tech, non-tech, and leadership roles. Checkr believes that the gathering and celebration of unique backgrounds, qualities, and cultures enriches the workplace.
Checkr also welcomes the opportunity to consider qualified applicants with prior arrest or conviction records. Checkr's commitment to diversity extends to hiring talented individuals in spite of a prior criminal history in accordance with local, state, and/or federal laws, including the San Francisco's Fair Chance Ordinance .