Senior Associate, Procurement and Contract Management

Supports procurement, contracting, and vendor partnerships that keep LA28 venues clean for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Reporting to the Manager, Procurement and Contract Management, the postholder supports sourcing activities, administers contracts and Service Level Agreements, and leads the accreditation process for janitorial and waste hauling contractors within Cleaning and Waste. In the years leading up to the Games, the role helps shape accurate records, dependable vendor relationships, and clear accountability from the ground up, with cross-functional exposure alongside supportive teammates.

• Support the development, administration, and tracking of procurement activities, including requests for proposal (RFPs), requests for information (RFIs), and tenders.
• Coordinate procurement documentation, schedules, and submission requirements, and keep records aligned with project milestones.
• Support the development, review, and administration of contracts, scopes of work, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs), including amendments, renewals, and compliance activities.
• Lead the cleaning and waste accreditation process for contractors and vendors in the janitorial and waste hauling industries, supporting onboarding and readiness.
• Track vendor performance, service levels, key performance indicators (KPIs), and contractual requirements, and maintain compliance and performance reporting.
• Perform other duties as required; the role will evolve over time and may include operational responsibilities during the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

• 4+ years of experience in procurement, contract management, vendor management, or sourcing, including managing contracts, vendor documentation, and operational deliverables.
• Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail across procurement records, contract obligations, and vendor files.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills, turning operational needs into clear contractual expectations for vendors.
• Proven ability to support cross-functional teams in a dynamic, evolving, multi-stakeholder environment while balancing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement, reporting, or contract management platforms to track obligations and milestones.

• Experience supporting procurement, contracting, vendor onboarding, or service delivery programmes.
• Experience with venue operations, logistics, facilities, hospitality, or major events.
• Olympic, Paralympic, FIFA, World Cup, or other major event experience.
• Familiarity with California and local workforce principles.
• Knowledge of public-sector procurement processes or related contracting environments.

• No relocation assistance is provided for any position.
• Candidates based outside the Los Angeles area are welcome to apply if they are able to work on-site in LA.
• Requires availability to work on-site in the Downtown Los Angeles-based office.
• The majority of work is conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods using computers, phones, and other office equipment.
• The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.
• Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods.

• Real ownership of contractor accreditation for cleaning and waste services across Games venues.
• Career-defining exposure to procurement and vendor management on a global stage.
• Transferable skills in sourcing, contract administration, and vendor performance management for future roles.
• A collaborative team where teammates share success, recognise good work, and support one another.

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, colour, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply.