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Role Overview
The Senior Contract Manager will support the contracting process for sales, procurement, and non-sales engagements, contribute to internal standards and documentation, and collaborate on process improvements and team enablement activities.
Responsibilities
1. Manage complex procurement agreements related to significant vendor relationships.
2. Create and deliver training materials for procurement and business teams.
3. Assist in developing and maintaining Playbooks and documentation.
4. Serve as a trusted advisor to the Procurement Team and stakeholders.
5. Draft and negotiate various contracts including services, consulting, licenses, SaaS, hardware, and vendor agreements.
6. Collaborate with Legal to improve forms, processes, and procedures.
7. Conduct risk analysis of vendor contracts and recommend mitigation strategies.
8. Understand procurement needs and vendor landscape to develop negotiation strategies.
Qualifications
1. Over 10 years of experience in contracts drafting, reviewing, and negotiation in procurement.
2. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; JD or paralegal certification preferred.
3. Proficiency in creating procurement enablement presentations.
4. Expertise in vendor agreements, licensing, and complex contracts.
5. Knowledge of data privacy and compliance requirements.
6. Proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven.
7. Strong interpersonal, analytical, project management, and communication skills.
8. Ability to manage priorities and learn GitLab tools.
9. Experience or willingness to incorporate AI into work processes.
Team & Culture
The Procurement Legal Team at GitLab is a strategic partner that enables efficient vendor relationships while safeguarding company interests globally. We are a remote-first, collaborative organization that values transparency, results, and efficiency, offering opportunities to contribute meaningfully with cutting-edge technology in a flexible environment.
Benefits & Support
* Health, financial, and well-being benefits
* Remote, asynchronous work environment
* Flexible Paid Time Off
* Resource Groups, Equity, and Growth Funds
* Parental leave and home office support
We welcome candidates with varying experience levels. If you're excited about this role, apply and let our recruiters evaluate your fit.
Additional Information
Roles are remote and available globally, with some location-specific requirements. Review our Privacy Policy and EEO policies. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. Accommodations are available for those with disabilities or special needs.
Position Details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: IT Services, Consulting, Software Development
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