Contracts and Automation Specialist, YouTube

Collaborate closely with the Contracts and Solutions Lead to support solutions consultations on pilot programs and experimental vendor engagements.

Manage the timely processing and tracking of routine commercial terms updates to SOWs, Order Forms, etc., and maintain the data ecosystem of our vendor engagements.

Contribute to the development of financial cost models and assist in drafting Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analyses.

Support the implementation of process improvements aimed at automating or enhancing legacy systems by using AI tools available to enhance productivity and efficiency.

Update and maintain commercial term databases.

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
2 years of experience in project management, consulting, or data analysis roles.

Experience leading projects, including planning, issue tracking, process documentation, and cross-functional communication.

Experience with data analysis using spreadsheets or databases.

Experience working with AI tools and managing productivity improvements.

Preferred qualifications:

Experience with , or understanding of, procurement, contracts, and contract life-cycles.

Adaptable and comfortable navigating ambiguity, learning new internal tools, and thriving in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Brings enthusiasm, resilience, and a proactive mindset to both projects and routine tasks.

Excellent written, verbal, and cross-functional communication, and problem-solving skills.

We are the center of excellence for You Tube's Global Vendor Operations, responsible for designing and managing the governance solutions that ensure our outsourced partners strictly adhere to all contracts, policies, and operational  this role, you will support a dynamic vendor strategy, governance, and compliance team. You will help build and maintain supplier governance foundations for a globally scaled Vendor Operation supporting You Tube.

You will use AI to streamline our contract and governance workflows, while using your strong investigative skills to validate outputs, fix edge cases, and enforce strict compliance.

At You Tube, we believe that everyone deserves to have a voice, and that the world is a better place when we listen, share, and build community through our stories. We work together to give everyone the power to share their story, explore what they love, and connect with one another in the process. Working at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and boundless creativity, we move at the speed of culture with a shared goal to show people the world.

We explore new ideas, solve real problems, and have fun — and we do it all together.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $90000 - $128000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more about benefits s role may also be located in our Playa Vista, CA campus.

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Note:

By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following:
Los Angeles, CA, USA;
Atlanta, GA, USA.Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
2 years of experience in project management, consulting, or data analysis roles.

Experience leading projects, including planning, issue tracking, process documentation, and cross-functional communication.

Experience with data analysis using spreadsheets or databases.

Experience working with AI tools and managing productivity improvements.