Senior Contracts Officer

About the role

The Senior Contracts Officer serves as a key member of Virginia Tech's Procurement Department, responsible for managing complex contractual agreements and ensuring compliance with university, state, and federal regulations. This role supports strategic sourcing initiatives, mitigates risk, and fosters strong supplier relationships to advance the university's mission.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex contractual agreements and ensure compliance with university, state, and federal regulations.
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives and mitigate risk.
• Foster strong supplier relationships to advance the university's mission.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and implement procurement policies and procedures.
• Oversee contract negotiations and drafting, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and legal requirements.
• Monitor contract performance and manage contract renewals and terminations.
• Provide guidance and training to procurement staff on contract management best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, law, public administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in contract administration, procurement, or legal services.
• Strong knowledge of public procurement regulations and contract law.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in contract management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (e.g., JD, MBA) or professional certification (e.g., CPPB, CPPO, CPSM, or VCCO).
• Experience in higher education or public sector procurement.
• Familiarity with Virginia Higher Education Procurement Practices.

Pay

Salary range of $60,000 - $70,000

Schedule

Hybrid work environment with on-campus presence required for meetings and collaboration. Fast-paced, deadline-driven setting with multiple priorities.

Benefits

Virginia Tech provides comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business, law, public administration, or related field; minimum 5 years of experience in contract administration, procurement, or legal services; strong knowledge of public procurement regulations and contract law; excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills; proficiency in contract management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

Strong knowledge of public procurement regulations and contract law; excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills; proficiency in contract management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Review Date

August 3, 2026