Director, Procurement, Contracts and Compliance
About The Position
As a key member of the Finance team, this role will assist in managing the contract approval process throughout the organization including contract review, routing, visibility, execution, organization, and filing. Will consult with outside legal when necessary. Assist in managing state and local jurisdiction compliance such as business registrations, various state taxes (withholding, unemployment, PFL accounts), acquiring and renewing sales tax exemptions, filing of annual reports, and maintaining charitable solicitation registrations and registered agents in all states as required. This role will report to the CFO.
Requirements
- 6-10+ years of progressive experience in contracts management, compliance, or related fields.
- Bachelor’s degree required; related advanced degrees or certifications a plus.
- Experience procurement and negotiating contracts or agreements.
- Ability to translate legal and compliance concepts into clear, practical guidance for staff at all levels.
- Highly organized, systems-oriented, and adept at building processes in a growing organization.
- Exercises professional judgment that supports equal access, community engagement, and effective communication across diverse populations.
- A commitment to SHP’s mission and values.
Responsibilities
- Review and manage contracts and agreements with contractors, consultants, vendors, school districts, community partners, government entities, and funders to ensure clarity, compliance, and risk mitigation for SHP.
- Draft, revise, and maintain standardized agreement templates, including contractor and consultant agreements, educational and community partner MOUs, data-sharing agreements, and service agreements, ensuring alignment with programmatic needs and legal requirements.
- Coordinate with external legal counsel on complex or high-risk contract matters as needed.
- Collaborate with the Development and Finance Grants team to review grant agreements, subawards, and funder requirements, assessing organizational obligations, compliance risks, and appropriate accounting treatment.
- Develop and standardize procurement guidelines for new vendor and consultant engagements, including clear processes for selection, negotiation, and approval.
- Lead annual policy reviews and staff trainings to promote consistent adherence to organizational policies related to contracts, procurement, and financial commitments.
- Manage governmental registrations and compliance reporting, including state business and tax registrations, annual reports, and charitable solicitation filings, ensuring all entities remain in good standing.
- Maintain relationships with external registered agents in states where required.
- Obtain and maintain state sales tax exemptions where applicable.
- Support the CFO with additional responsibilities as needed to advance organizational operations and compliance.
Benefits
- Unlimited PTO
- Flexible schedules
- Paid holidays and 10 days sick leave
- Paid parental leave
- Health, dental, and vision
- Employer paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability
- 401k match
- Professional development stipend
- Wellness & mental health support
- Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program.
- remote office support for all staff, which includes a laptop, home office reimbursement, monthly Wi-Fi reimbursement up to $40, and monthly cell phone reimbursement up to $50
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
