Global Procurement & Contracts Specialist

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.  

The Global Procurement & Contracts Specialist is an integral part of Latham’s Global Finance team. This role will be responsible for administering contracts and procuring goods and services on behalf of the organization within the guidelines and procedures established by the firm and the Global Procurement Department, while monitoring all phases of the contract life cycle and contacting involved parties as appropriate. This role will be located in our Global Services Office in Downtown Los Angeles. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence. 

Other key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the submission of new contracts into the Contracts database, tracking progress and expiration of contracts, administering contract execution, preparing reports to minimize delays, and following up with parties to ensure required contract documents are submitted and signed in a timely manner
• Assisting with the sourcing process, including RFx preparation, vendor communication, and bid analysis
• Analyzing data, providing reports, and maintaining records of various activities for Global Procurement and Contracts Review Teams
• Handling routine correspondence with vendors and internal clients
• Contributing to cost-savings initiatives and process improvement projects
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains 
  

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Possess knowledge of basic sourcing and procurement principles, contract terminology, and vendor management practices
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting

And have:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent; a minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in procurement, contract administration, or related business function, preferably

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance
• A generous 401k plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
• Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
• Professional development programs
• Employee discounts
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

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