IT Purchasing and Contract Coordinator

Location: Phoenix, AZ (100% Onsite) Duration: 06 months contract with possible extension Payrate: $42.41/hour on W2 ****Only Local Candidates Job DutiesThe ideal candidate will have strong experience in formal purchasing and contract negotiation for technology-related projects, including software licenses, hardware acquisition, and system solutions, preferably in a public procurement setting.Experience serving as a procurement liaison between an IT department and a centralized purchasing office is desirable. Responsibilities may include:Develop project scope and specifications with customers and technical subject matter experts. Draft and review RFBs, RFPs, and RFIs. Evaluate proposals and bids. Negotiate vendor contracts. Monitor contract expenditures and license compliance. Respond to contract award inquiries. Research historical and current procurement information. Write Council Reports. Coordinate purchasing package submittals. Gather requirements and obtain vendor quotes. Create and manage purchase orders. Track deliveries and process invoices. Manage procurement credit cards and perform monthly reconciliation. Apply Asset Management best practices. Utilize knowledge of IT applications, infrastructure, procurement, and contract law. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and City regulations. Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Manage competing priorities while delivering detailed and accurate work products. Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate is a collaborative, customer-focused team player with strong IT procurement and contract administration experience, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring regulatory and organizational compliance.Technical & Professional RequirementsProficiency in Microsoft Office is required. Experience with a financial ERP system, particularly CGI Advantage, is highly desirable. Strong knowledge of IT procurement, contracts, licensing, asset management, and related processes. Strong communication, organization, and negotiation skills. Ability to work collaboratively with peers, vendors, customers, and business partners. Customer-focused approach and strong attention to detail. Must-Have QualificationsAny combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Purchasing, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field. Considerable (3–5 years) professional-level experience involving procurement of equipment and services and contract administration within a formalized purchasing program, preferably in a municipal environment. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite. Preferred QualificationsIT procurement and contract administration experience. License compliance management and/or asset management experience. Experience with financial ERP systems. College-level coursework in purchasing, public procurement, financial accounting, business or contractual law, or computer technology-related subjects. Professional certification as a Certified Technology Procurement Executive (CTPE) or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM).