Job Information
Bright Horizons Procurement Contracts Specialist in Newton, Massachusetts
Primary Purpose
Responsible for supporting all aspects of various Procurement initiatives that include RFP development and contracting in support of corporate functions including IT, Education, Marketing, and Facilities, Office Services. Manage repository of supplier agreements, ensure compliance with Bright Horizons standard terms and conditions, summarizes basic agreements for review by VPs and business owners across corporate functions, Sourcing Managers, VP of Procurement, and obtains final approval by Bright Horizon’s legal counsel.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
Manages a repository of all Bright Horizons agreements, develops contract summaries for review by key constituent groups. Interacts with both internal teams including IT, Facilities, Education, Marketing, Office Services, and external personnel, both within Bright Horizons and with our vendor partners.
Managing Contract Renewals by working closely with Sourcing/Contract Manager, engaging Legal, IT Security, and Stakeholders as appropriate.
Reviewing and storing Non-Disclosure Agreements.
Maintain Template agreements and work with Legal in order to make sure all terms are up to date.
Work with Procurement team Sourcing/Contract Managers to draft new agreements based on templates.
Engage with Bright Horizons stakeholders as needed to help direct contract processes.
Decision Making
Receives limited direction and exercises independent judgement within the scope of their role
Influence
Regularly required to influence cross-functional teams
Impact
Family/Function (e.g., IT, Finance, Operations, Human Resources)
Decision Making Authority - Placeholder Content
Able to work autonomously but, when necessary, consult with Supervisor on direction and/or clarity.
Hold self and others accountable on timeliness, accuracy and customer service on a regular basis; give general direction.
Demonstrate good judgment and decision making.
Job Requirements – Education/Experience
Bachelor's Degree - Required
Master's Degree - JD or JD Candidate - Preferred
5 years of contract administration or legal experience - Preferred
Additional Job Requirements
The ideal candidate must exhibit high intellectual acumen and curiosity, and should also demonstrate most, if not all, of the following skills and experience:
JD or JD candidate preferred
Must be detail oriented and have excellent interpersonal, organizational, analytical, problem solving, and written and oral communication skills.
Experience required in basic contract review and interpretation of master services agreements, and implementation of contracts and service agreements
Candidate must possess excellent desktop application skills including Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, Adobe and Oracle.
Must have proven ability to initiate and manage multiple tasks under competing deadlines and shifting priorities.
Must show ability to work independently as well as function as a member of a team in a rapidly changing environment.
The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
Life at Bright Horizons:
Our home office employees support all facets of our business — and no matter which department you join, you’ll be part of a passionate team doing work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families.
Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you’ll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending) plus childcare discounts, education assistance, and so much more. Join us to experience how we support our people to realize their passion, possibilities, and purpose both at work and at home. All in a workplace where you can be you. Come build a brighter future with us.
HAVING TECHNICAL ISSUES WITH YOUR APPLICATION?
Contact us at bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com or 855-877-6866
Bright Horizons is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is the Law Poster: EEO – English (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) and EEO – Spanish (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf) along with information on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf) .
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.