Job Title
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Vendor Contracts Manager to join our team. This role is responsible for managing and tracking third-party engagements throughout the contracting lifecycle, from contract development to invoicing, ensuring compliance with legal and finance standards.
- Review emails and messages daily to identify updates and action items for 3rd-party engagements.
- Document progress, including next steps, responsible parties, and timelines.
- Provide insight and guidance to team members on next steps and facilitate their execution.
- Collaborate with internal teams, loop in stakeholders, and chase down answers to contracting-related questions.
- Ensure contracts adhere to standard terms.
- Liaise between Google Legal and suppliers for contract matters.
Utilize internal systems to :
Assess risk and ensure complianceRequest legal assistanceCreate purchase requests and ordersGenerate NDAsTrack purchase requests, purchase orders, and invoices, and follow up for timely processing and payment.Respond promptly to ad-hoc requests and questions.Monitor ongoing and new engagements to ensure efficient movement forward.Required Skills & Qualifications
Excellent organizational skills : track multiple engagements simultaneously and ensure timely follow-ups.Strong ability to navigate complex corporate processes and work across systems and teams.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills : collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.Problem-solving mindset : capable of answering direct questions and identifying potential issues and proposing solutions.Self-starter attitude : independently recognize needs, anticipate challenges, and take proactive action.Ability to explain long processes to others clearly and concisely.