Hybrid Contract Specialist — Procurement & Negotiations

JobAps; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Connecticut Department of Administrative Services Procurement Division in Hartford is seeking a Contract Specialist to support contracting for goods, services, IT, and telecom. This role emphasizes developing contracts that meet state needs and drive cost-effective procurement.

You will handle specifications, market analyses, negotiations, and contract administration, with strong focus on customer service delivery and collaboration across agencies.

Qualifications

• Seven years of procurement experience with emphasis on contract negotiation.
• One year of professional-level experience as described in the qualifications.
• Substitutions allowed: college credits or advanced degree may replace experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop product/service specifications and contract standards for statewide needs.
• Lead contract negotiations and establish pricing strategies for cost effectiveness.
• Coordinate contract development and administration across agencies and ensure vendor compliance.
• Support marketing and promotion of contracts to state and municipal customers.

Skills

Negotiation

Customer service

Project management

Data analysis

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Excel

EDP systems

Job description

The State of Connecticut Department of Administrative Services Procurement Division in Hartford is seeking a Contract Specialist to support contracting for goods, services, IT, and telecom. This role emphasizes developing contracts that meet state needs and drive cost-effective procurement.

You will handle specifications, market analyses, negotiations, and contract administration, with strong focus on customer service delivery and collaboration across agencies.