Sr. Associate Procurement and Contract Management at LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games

Los Angeles, California, United StatesFull-timeCNW - Cleaning & WastePosted about 10 hours ago

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LA28 does not provide relocation assistance. <hr> LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.   The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.   Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place–a team full of diverse perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors–optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness–and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them. <h3>Sr. Associate, Procurement & Contract Management </h3> Reporting to the Manager, Procurement and Contract Management, the Sr. Associate supports CNW procurement, contracting, vendor onboarding, and service delivery activities. This role assists with procurement strategy, tendering, contract administration, vendor performance tracking, and Service Level Agreement (SLA) management across the Cleaning & Waste program. The position plays a key role in coordinating procurement and contract management activities, maintaining documentation and compliance requirements, tracking vendor deliverables and performance metrics, and supporting Games readiness milestones. Working across internal and external stakeholders, this role helps ensure procurement activities, contractual obligations, and service delivery requirements remain aligned with CNW operational objectives.   <h3>Key Responsibilities:</h3> Procurement & Tendering  <ul> <li>Support development, administration, and tracking of procurement activities, RFPs, RFIs, and tendering processes</li> <li>Coordinate procurement documentation, schedules, and submission requirements</li> <li>Maintain procurement records and ensure alignment with project milestones</li> </ul>  Contract & SLA Administration   <ul> <li>Support development, review, and administration of contracts, scopes of work, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)</li> <li>Maintain contract documentation and track key obligations, deliverables, and milestones</li> <li>Support contract amendments, renewals, and compliance activities</li> </ul> Vendor Management & Performance Tracking   <ul> <li>Support vendor onboarding and readiness activities</li> <li>Assist with tracking vendor performance, service levels, KPIs, and contractual requirements</li> <li>Maintain reporting and documentation related to vendor compliance and performance</li> </ul> Research, Compliance & Reporting   <ul> <li>Conduct market research and analysis to support sourcing strategies and procurement decisions</li> <li>Perform administrative duties that contribute to executing LA28 Cleaning and Waste service delivery standards across competition and non-competition venues</li> <li>Ensure procurement activities comply with LA28 policies and applicable procurement requirements</li> <li>Prepare reports, trackers, and documentation to support procurement and contract management activities</li> </ul> <h3>Background & Requirements</h3> <h3>Expectations:</h3> Experience   <ul> <li>Experience supporting procurement, contracting, vendor onboarding, or service delivery programs in the events industry</li> <li>4+ years of experience in procurement, contract management, vendor management, sourcing, operations, project coordination, or related functions</li> <li>Experience coordinating stakeholders, tracking deliverables, and managing documentation</li> <li>Experience in venue operations, major events, logistics, facilities, hospitality, or related operational environments preferred</li> <li>Olympic, Paralympic, or other major event experience preferred</li> <li>Familiarity with California and local procurement principles, public-sector procurement processes, or related contracting environments preferred.  </li> </ul> Skills   <ul> <li>Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. </li> <li>Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills</li> <li>Proven ability to support cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment</li> <li>Experience managing contracts, vendor documentation, and operational deliverables</li> <li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement, reporting, or contract management platforms</li> <li>Experience utilizing AI-enabled workplace and productivity tools preferred</li> </ul> <h3>Education:</h3> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree required in Business Administration or Finance </li> </ul> <h3>Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:</h3> <ul> <li>Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office</li> <li>The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment.    </li> <li>The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.    </li> <li>Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods.  </li> <li>Perform other duties as required; the role will evolve over time and may include operational responsibilities during the Olympic and Paralympic Games.  </li> </ul> The annual base salary range for this position is $73,000.00 - $98,000.00. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law. LA28 does not provide relocation assistance. <hr> LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.

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