Senior Contract Specialist

ABOUT SLATE At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR As a Senior Contract Specialist, you will play a critical role reporting to Slate’s Associate General Counsel, Commercial, by driving efficient and strategic contract negotiations and approvals. You will collaborate across Slate’s organization—including Procurement, Accessories Marketplace, Capital Equipment & Infrastructure, Service, IT, HR, and Finance—to guide stakeholders through the contracting process and ensure timely, compliant, and business-focused outcomes. You will identify and mitigate business and legal risks, escalate issues for legal review when necessary, and deliver solutions-oriented support that represents Slate’s interests professionally to internal teams and external partners. This is a remote role within the United States. WHAT YOU WILL DO Negotiate and Review Contracts: Partner with legal counsel to review, draft, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including supply and partnership contracts, with minimal supervision. Risk Management: Identify business and legal risks, propose creative mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. Lifecycle Support: Provide strategic, time-sensitive contracting support throughout the full contract lifecycle in a fast-paced startup environment. Stakeholder Collaboration: Build strong relationships with procurement, finance, service, manufacturing, and marketplace teams to align contracting outcomes with business objectives. Negotiation Expertise: Demonstrate advanced negotiation skills, balancing standardization with nuanced variations to achieve favorable and timely results. Influence Without Authority: Effectively guide stakeholders and influence decisions across the organization. Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a contracting resource for other teams and maintain a deep understanding of Slate’s products, marketplace ethos, and strategic priorities. Communication Bridge: Act as liaison between business teams and Legal, ensuring clear communication of evolving needs and challenges. Complex Deal Leadership: Lead, track and manage negotiations for automotive supply and marketplace agreements that support Slate’s mission to deliver safe, durable, and affordable EV trucks. What We’re Looking For Proven experience negotiating complex commercial contracts. Strong understanding of contract law and risk management principles. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Comfort influencing stakeholders without direct authority. Familiarity with automotive or manufacturing industry a plus. Strong organization skills Adept proficiency in MS365 and SmartSheets WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE? At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles. Safety First Delight Customers One Team Relentless Improvement Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy Respectful Collaboration Positive Legacy WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE. Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].