Procurement and Contracts Manager

Summary

Join Evidence Action as their Contracts Manager and lead their global contracts function. Reporting to the Director, Global Grants & Contracts, you will manage the lifecycle of all US office contracts, draft agreements, and develop third-party risk management policies. You will also create efficiencies, oversee staff training, and report on procurement metrics. This role offers flexibility with the option to be based in Washington D.C. or remotely in the US. Evidence Action provides comprehensive benefits, including health care, retirement plans, and generous leave options.

Requirements

• You have 5+ years of experience in procurement and contracts management
• You have experience achieving efficiencies in procurement and contracting
• You have experience supporting teams through complex procurements and projects
• You have experience communicating with multiple departments to complete projects
• You have experience with CRM systems, especially Salesforce
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for roles based in United States

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement and manage the life cycle of all contracts initiated in the US Office
• Draft agreements following all applicable terms, conditions, regulations and best practices
• Lead the development and oversight of Third-party Risk Management policies
• Create efficiencies by analyzing existing procedures and tools, recommending improvements, and implementing them
• Oversee resource development and staff training in procurement and contracting
• Report on procurement and contract metrics to inform departmental decisions
• Maintain accurate records and documentation including in Evidence Action’s contract management system in Salesforce

Benefits

• International health care
• HSA/FSA options
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Retirement plans with a matching component
• Generous and flexible leave options
• Other employee perks on a reimbursement basis