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Contract Specialist
YPO
Remote, USA
Full-time
Mid · 3+ years experience
Remote
Discovered 2 weeks ago
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Key Skills for This Role
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SKILLS
- Able to maintain discretion and integrity of confidential information.
- Ability to expectations and trade-off decisions, prioritize competing opportunities, balance member and internal stakeholder needs with business priorities, manage cross functional expectations, and clearly articulate the rationale behind decisions.
- Superior ability to communicate effectively and develop positive relationships across boundaries to align solutions.
- Ability to work within ambiguity and frequently changing environment.
- Possesses a distinct global mindset, sensitive to local and international customs and protocols.
- Analytical and proactive; applies sound judgment and structured thinking to spot issues early, propose practical solutions, and escalate when appropriate.
- Collaborative team player who thrives in a highly interactive team environment and readily steps in to support colleagues.
- Seeks clarity early by asking thoughtful questions, especially when navigating new or ambiguous situations.
- Ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining a positive, professional, and solutions-oriented approach.
- EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND
- 3+ years’ experience in contract administration, procurement or business operations..
- Working knowledge of contract principles, terms, and the contract lifecycle.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage a high volume of contracts and deadlines.
- Strong administrative skills.
- Excellent customer and stakeholder service skills, supporting both internal business users and external vendors.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
- Experience with a contract lifecycle management (CLM) system, including system administration or user support, highly preferred.
- EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION
- Bachelor’s degree or related equivalent work experience.
- PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to work flexible and/or extended hours as needed to accommodate team members and stakeholders in multiple time zones.
- Willingness and ability to travel, domestically and internationally, without restrictions,0-5% per year.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- COMPENSATION & PAY TRANSPARENCY
- Compensation at YPO is one part of a broader Total Rewards philosophy built to attract, motivate, and retain talented people in every country and function where we operate. We aim to be fair, consistent, and thoughtful stewards of our resources, and we ground pay decisions in market data, role scope, and internal equity rather than negotiation alone.
- Compensation ranges are based on the associate's primary work location. Because this role may be filled in more than one country, the applicable ranges are listed below by location:
- For US applicants: USD 66,600–84,900 annually
- For Canada applicants: CAD 57,900–73,800 annually
- We believe pay is only part of how YPO invests in its people. Associates are also eligible for performance-based bonus opportunities, remote work flexibility, and a comprehensive rewards package built around their wellbeing and growth. Your Talent Acquisition Business Partner will share the details specific to your location as part of the interview process.
- EOE
- YPO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. YPO takes pride in supporting a diverse workforce and demonstrates this through its policies and practices. YPO does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Qualifications
- Able to maintain discretion and integrity of confidential information.
- Ability to expectations and trade-off decisions, prioritize competing opportunities, balance member and internal stakeholder needs with business priorities, manage cross functional expectations, and clearly articulate the rationale behind decisions.
- Superior ability to communicate effectively and develop positive relationships across boundaries to align solutions.
- Ability to work within ambiguity and frequently changing environment.
- Possesses a distinct global mindset, sensitive to local and international customs and protocols.
- Analytical and proactive; applies sound judgment and structured thinking to spot issues early, propose practical solutions, and escalate when appropriate.
- Collaborative team player who thrives in a highly interactive team environment and readily steps in to support colleagues.
- Seeks clarity early by asking thoughtful questions, especially when navigating new or ambiguous situations.
- Ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining a positive, professional, and solutions-oriented approach.
- EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND
- 3+ years’ experience in contract administration, procurement or business operations..
- Working knowledge of contract principles, terms, and the contract lifecycle.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage a high volume of contracts and deadlines.
- Strong administrative skills.
- Excellent customer and stakeholder service skills, supporting both internal business users and external vendors.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
- Experience with a contract lifecycle management (CLM) system, including system administration or user support, highly preferred.
- EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION
- Bachelor’s degree or related equivalent work experience.
- PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to work flexible and/or extended hours as needed to accommodate team members and stakeholders in multiple time zones.
- Willingness and ability to travel, domestically and internationally, without restrictions,0-5% per year.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- COMPENSATION & PAY TRANSPARENCY
- Compensation at YPO is one part of a broader Total Rewards philosophy built to attract, motivate, and retain talented people in every country and function where we operate. We aim to be fair, consistent, and thoughtful stewards of our resources, and we ground pay decisions in market data, role scope, and internal equity rather than negotiation alone.
- For US applicants: USD 66,600–84,900 annually
- For Canada applicants: CAD 57,900–73,800 annually
- We believe pay is only part of how YPO invests in its people. Associates are also eligible for performance-based bonus opportunities, remote work flexibility, and a comprehensive rewards package built around their wellbeing and growth. Your Talent Acquisition Business Partner will share the details specific to your location as part of the interview process.
- EOE
- YPO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. YPO takes pride in supporting a diverse workforce and demonstrates this through its policies and practices. YPO does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
About YPO
Civic & Membership Organizations294 employeesFounded 1950
YPO is a nonprofit global leadership community helping chief executives become better leaders through lifelong learning and idea exchange.
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