Strategic Contract Specialist – Procurement

CT; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Professional growth and development

Healthy work-life balance

Job summary

The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Procurement Division in Hartford seeks a Contract Specialist to develop, negotiate, and manage contracts for goods, services, IT, and telecommunications for state agencies. This full-time, hybrid role requires knowledge of procurement laws, strong negotiation skills, and experience in contract administration and vendor performance.

The position offers a pathway to impactful state procurement outcomes and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Seven years of procurement experience emphasizing contract negotiation.
• Substitution by college coursework or advanced degree may apply.
• Knowledge of state/federal procurement laws and contracts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops product/service specifications and contract terms for statewide use.
• Coordinates bidding, evaluation, and contract award processes.
• Negotiates terms, analyzes data, and ensures contractor compliance.
• Oversees contract administration and vendor performance.
• Promotes procurement best practices and customer service delivery.

Skills

Contract negotiations

Procurement

Contract administration

Project management

Data analysis

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Procurement Division in Hartford seeks a Contract Specialist to develop, negotiate, and manage contracts for goods, services, IT, and telecommunications for state agencies. This full-time, hybrid role requires knowledge of procurement laws, strong negotiation skills, and experience in contract administration and vendor performance.

The position offers a pathway to impactful state procurement outcomes and professional growth.