IT PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST

Job Title: IT Procurement Specialist (Hybrid) Location: Austin, TX Work Type: W2 (No Benefits) Onsite: 2 Days minimum Remote: 3 Days (Subject for approval by Direct Supervisor) The Candidate will perform advanced purchasing and procurement work. The candidate should have a strong background in IT solicitation and DIR procurement procedures. The work involves planning, coordinating, and preparing specifications for purchasing commodities and services; preparing procurement documents; and monitoring the maintenance of detailed records of items purchased, received, prepared, and issued. Responsibilities include tasks like: • Coordinating the preparation, review, tracking, and processing of purchase orders. • Providing consultation to business users and technical resources for major information technology solicitations. • Coordinating and facilitating procurement-related meetings such as kick-off and pre-proposal meetings, post-award conferences, team briefings, and evaluation scorings. • Developing solicitations, contracts, and amendments by identifying provider resources, describing services to be rendered, evaluating information supplied by bidders, and negotiating contract specifications. • Reviewing the preparation and distribution of bid invitations to vendors. • Facilitating meetings and performing problem resolution. • Maintain effective working relationships with vendors and suppliers. • Reviewing or preparing the delivery of statutorily required reports. • Monitoring the requisitions and orders of merchandise, supplies, and equipment by using, interpreting, and monitoring established guidelines, rules, policies, and laws. • Monitoring legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to purchasing and procurement. • The Candidate will perform other related work as assigned. Must be able to: • Work independently in a diverse team environment with on-site and remote teams. • Lead or attend meetings with business users to coordinate activities. • Lead evaluations for major solicitations. • Multi-task with a willingness to put in extra effort when necessary. • Identify problems and propose innovative solutions. • Communicate complex concepts clearly, accurately, and effectively both verbally and in writing. • Participate and/or lead in project management, coordination, planning, and scheduling with CPA staff. • Follow written standards and procedures as well as work independently. • Keep management informed of status of on activities through accurate, timely, and appropriate reporting. Candidates Must have: • 4 - 8 years experience in the procurement field • Posses an active Contract Texas Certified Developer (CTCD) Certificate. • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. • Strong research and problem-solving skills. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required: • Knowledge of purchasing and procurement methods and procedures. • Knowledge of Department of Information Resources (DIR) and other supply sources • Knowledge of Texas state procurement laws and statutes • Experience in collaborating and communicating effectively across multiple subject matter groups • Experience in contract negotiation strategies and techniques • Experience in leading major information technology solicitation meetings and evaluations • Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 tools: Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint • Knowledge of security policy, procedures, and requirements • Certified Contract Texas Developer (CTCD) Preferred: • Knowledge of Centralized Accounting Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) Purchasing Module