Senior IT Procurement & Contracts Specialist

Austin Community College; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Community College seeks a senior procurement advisor in Richmond, Virginia, primarily responsible for leading complex procurement related to IT services. The role demands strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills to manage vendor relations and ensure compliance with procurement policy.

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of VITA, federal, and state procurement laws and will be adept at handling multiple assignments across diverse situations.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle diverse and complex situations.
• Ability to obtain Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) certification.
• Knowledge of federal, state, procurement laws and policies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior procurement advisor for all procurement issues.
• Provide legislative support and policy analysis.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams for contract development.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Computer skills

Education

Business Administration

Public Administration

Job description

Austin Community College seeks a senior procurement advisor in Richmond, Virginia, primarily responsible for leading complex procurement related to IT services. The role demands strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills to manage vendor relations and ensure compliance with procurement policy.

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of VITA, federal, and state procurement laws and will be adept at handling multiple assignments across diverse situations.