Operations & Contracts Lead

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Rustandy Center for Inclusive Economy Lab, is seeking an Assistant Director, Operations. This role manages contracts, procurement, vendor relations, budgeting, and administrative processes to align with center priorities and University policies.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong skills in Outlook, budgeting, and cross-functional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2–5 years of related work experience.
• Administrative and operations experience including procurement/payments.

Responsibilities

• Oversees contract administration to ensure compliance and renewal.
• Directs vendor management and procurement activities with internal policies.
• Administers financial processes and monitors expenditures for budget compliance.
• Acts as operational liaison with university departments and external partners.
• Guides staff on financial policies, procurement procedures, and travel policies.
• Implements and improves operational procedures and workflows.
• Leads facilities planning and resource allocation for Center locations.
• Monitors operations to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Supports alumni engagement and donor stewardship through operations.
• Prioritizes work independently and coordinates special projects.

Skills

Budgeting

Vendor management

Staff training

Communication

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Outlook

Job description

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Rustandy Center for Inclusive Economy Lab, is seeking an Assistant Director, Operations. This role manages contracts, procurement, vendor relations, budgeting, and administrative processes to align with center priorities and University policies.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong skills in Outlook, budgeting, and cross-functional communication.