Contracts&Procurement Administrator

SETI Institute

Mountain View, CA(remote)

Apply

JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$90,000–$130,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Business Administration, Contract Management, Contract Processing, Credit Cards, Demographics, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Documentation, Funding, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Process Management, Procurement Management, Public Administration, Public Finance, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Time Management

LOCATION

Mountain View, CA

POSTED

Today

Position Title: Contracts & Procurement Administrator

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Contracts & Procurement Manager

Location: Remote or on-site

REQUIRED: A cover letter, resume and application are required attachments.

Applications received without a cover letter and resume will not be accepted.

Apply here: Click here to apply:

Please do not apply using the EASY APPLY button on other platforms

Position Summary

The SETI Institute located in Mt. View California is looking for a Contracts and Procurement Administrator to support the full lifecycle of contracts and procurement activities, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, legal requirements, and funding guidelines. This role serves as a key liaison between internal stakeholders, vendors, and external partners to facilitate efficient purchasing and contract execution processes.

Salary Range for this position. $90,000 - $130,000

Apply here:

Responsibilities

Administer and manage the preparation, review, and processing of contracts, subcontracts, and purchase agreements

Coordinate procurement activities including requests, Purchase Orders, and Credit Card Orders
Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and applicable funding agency guidelines
Maintain contract and procurement documentation, ensuring accuracy, and completeness
Track contract deliverables, deadlines, and renewal/expiration dates
Track authorized funds against payments
Serve as a point of contact for vendors and internal departments regarding procurement and contract-related inquiries
Assist in negotiating terms and conditions with vendors in coordination with senior leadership
Support defining processes to increase efficiency and assist internal departments in contracting and procurement operations

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Public Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
2-5+ years of experience in contracts administration, procurement, or related field
Working knowledge of procurement processes, contract management principles, and compliance requirements
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Physical Requirements

Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.

The SETI Institute is an Affirmative Action Employer and members of underrepresented communities and demographics are particularly encouraged to apply, including women, people of color, LGBTQ and people with disabilities.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Employer

About the Company

SETI Institute

Resume Resources

Free Resume Templates Free Resume Builder