Strategic IT Software Procurement Lead

S R INTERNATIONAL INC; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Arizona - AZDES - DTS is seeking a Procurement Analyst (IT Strategy, Software & SaaS Focus) to manage software, SaaS, and related IT acquisitions.

The role emphasizes cost-efficiency, vendor negotiations, and lifecycle management, with hybrid work (on-site training 3-4 weeks, then 4 days remote) for Arizona residents. This contract-to-hire position requires eligibility for State conversion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of IT software procurement experience.
• Experience managing SaaS licenses and renewals.
• Collaboration with IT, Legal, Finance, and InfoSec.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end software acquisitions and renewals.
• Negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships.
• Support procurement with RFQs, RFPs, and cost analyses.
• Ensure compliance with statewide procurement rules.

Skills

IT procurement

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Job description

The State of Arizona - AZDES - DTS is seeking a Procurement Analyst (IT Strategy, Software & SaaS Focus) to manage software, SaaS, and related IT acquisitions.

The role emphasizes cost-efficiency, vendor negotiations, and lifecycle management, with hybrid work (on-site training 3-4 weeks, then 4 days remote) for Arizona residents. This contract-to-hire position requires eligibility for State conversion.