Contracts Analyst

Contracts & Procurement Operations Associate Location: San Rafael, CA – Hybrid, onsite Tuesday & Thursday Assignment: 1-year W2 contract with potential to extend or convert Pay Rate: 45/hour Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented Contracts & Procurement Operations Associate to support contract administration, procurement, vendor management, compliance, and general business operations. This individual will manage high-volume contract and purchasing workflows while partnering with internal teams, Procurement, Finance, Legal, and external vendors. Key Responsibilities Manage a high volume of contracts from initial submission through review, tracking, approval, and final signature. Create and track purchase requisitions through financial approval and PO creation. Process contracting and procurement requests using SAP/Ariba and Coupa/Spend Source. Draft and route NDAs, Statements/Scopes of Work (SOWs), and Change Orders. Research vendor status and coordinate new supplier onboarding and vendor updates. Coordinate workflows between business teams, Procurement, Finance, Legal, and external vendors. Track contracts, requisitions, and related requests to ensure timely completion. Maintain accurate documentation and support compliance and audit-readiness activities. Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency. Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors. Required Qualifications 2+ years of experience using SAP/Ariba and Coupa/Spend Source. Experience managing high-volume, end-to-end contract workflows, ideally 100+ contracts per month. Experience with requisitions, purchase orders, and vendor/supplier processes. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Ability to independently navigate complex processes, troubleshoot issues, and drive tasks to resolution. Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and customer service skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications Experience in biotech, pharmaceutical, medical device, legal, or another regulated or contract-intensive industry. Experience supporting compliance, vendor management, or operational processes. Familiarity with SpringCM. Experience with process improvement, automation, or digital transformation initiatives. Familiarity with AI-enabled productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT. #J-18808-Ljbffr