Senior Paralegal, Procurement Operations

About the Role

The Senior Paralegal, Procurement Operations is a key member of the Legal and Procurement team. This will be a hands-on role managing the legal and operational aspects of the company's procurement process. Reporting directly to the Head of Legal and Procurement, you will leverage your expertise to lead the company's strategic procurement initiatives as well as day-to-day management of procurement requests and vendor relations. This position requires a high degree of independent judgment and an ability to work collaboratively with leaders across the organization to ensure efficient and compliant procurement processes that align with our long-term business objectives.

Ranked number 10 by Seattle Business Magazine in the 'Washington's 100 Best Companies to Work For' list in the large companies category for 2024; and named as one of BuiltIn 'Best Places to Work' in Seattle, Denver and Dallas for 2025.

Benefits and Compensation

We have a passion for making all employees feel supported. In addition to having a genuine interest in helping you do your best work and drive your career, we offer:

• 100% employer-paid premiums for Medical HDHP Plan, Dental, and Vision for employee
• 70% employer-paid premiums for Medical PPO Plan for employees, and Medical, Dental, and Vision for dependents
• 401K match
• Remote
• 12 paid Company Holidays
• 2 paid Volunteer Time Off days
• 15 days PTO to start, increases with tenure and seniority.
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Compensation Range: $99,308 - $114,756, depending on location.

Compensation ranges are determined by role and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the pay range for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The following states are approved as remote work locations for this position: AZ, AR, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, WA, VA - All other states are not in consideration for this role at this time

What You'll Do

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a key liaison between the legal, finance, and business teams, providing guidance and facilitating communication to streamline the procurement process.
• Procurement Operations: Independently manage the end-to-end procurement intake process, serving as the primary point of contact for internal business partners for procurement needs. Execute short-term and long-term procurement strategies with a primary focus on the company's SaaS stack to drive cost optimization and secure favorable terms.
• Proactive Renewal Management: Proactively communicate and conduct outreach to internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure timely contract renewals and achieve favorable terms, or avoid unwanted renewals.
• Contract Negotiation: In alignment with the Head of Legal and Procurement, negotiate commercial terms with vendors to secure favorable terms and ensure cost-effectiveness. Ensure contracts meet minimum requirements prior to submission for legal review. Facilitate legal term negotiations as necessary.
• Contract Lifecycle Management: Manage the lifecycle of vendor contracts, from initial request and negotiation through post-execution database management, tracking key milestones, renewal dates, and obligations.
• Vendor Management: Act as the primary point of contact for vendor communications, addressing inquiries and building strong working relationships.
• Operational Excellence: Create, enforce, maintain or improve standard operating procedures for the procurement process to drive consistent and efficient procurement practices across the company. Advise internal teams on procurement policies and procedures, ensuring all procurement activities adhere to legal and compliance standards.
• Strategic Initiatives: you may be assigned one-off or ongoing strategic initiatives and special projects from time to time, to support the Head of Legal and Procurement in achieving broader departmental or company goals.
• While performing the duties of this role, the associate is regularly required to stand or sit, reach, bend, and move about the facility. Facility is a normal office environment with variation of temperature and lighting.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree or a paralegal certificate from an ABA-accredited program, or equivalent experience.
• +10 years of experience (i) as a paralegal or contracts management professional, (ii) managing procurement or strategic sourcing for a SaaS company, or equivalent experience, or (iii) a combination of the above.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of independence and minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to be proactive and adaptable in response to changing priorities.
• High level of discretion, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build and manage relationships with both internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Familiarity with contracting principles and procurement best practices.
• Familiarity with P2P platforms and/or contract lifecycle management software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.

Pushpay is committed to equal opportunity. We value and embrace diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. Pushpay uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. Head to our career page to learn more.

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, or you require religious accommodation, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Pushpay, please contact peopleteam@pushpay.com.

About Pushpay

Pushpay helps organizations and communities come to gather & stay connected, strengthening community, connection, and belonging through our suite of mobile apps, management software, and giving technology. Our 550 Pushpay teammates support 10,000+ customers as they drive social good, and we're honored to have processed over $15 billion in charitable giving. We're growing fast, including some exciting acquisitions in recent years, and we need driven talent. Join Pushpay and grow with us!

Applications will be taken on an ongoing basis.

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