Information Technology Procurement Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end IT procurement processes, including RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and sole source justifications.
• Draft, review, and negotiate IT contracts, including software licensing agreements, SaaS, cloud services, hardware, and professional services.
• Collaborate with legal, cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, and business stakeholders to ensure contract terms meet technical, legal, and operational requirements.
• Ensure compliance with State of Iowa procurement statutes, administrative rules, and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and contract records in the state's procurement systems.
• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on IT procurement best practices and contract management.
• Monitor vendor performance and support contract enforcement and dispute resolution as needed.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and evolving procurement regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in IT procurement, contract negotiation, or public sector contracting.
• Strong knowledge of IT contract types (e.g., SaaS, IaaS, perpetual licenses, maintenance/support agreements).
• Familiarity with state or federal procurement regulations and processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills.

Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in IT procurement, contract negotiation, or public sector contracting.
• Strong knowledge of IT contract types (e.g., SaaS, IaaS, perpetual licenses, maintenance/support agreements).
• Familiarity with state or federal procurement regulations and processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills.
• Experience with State of Iowa procurement systems (e.g., Workday, I/3, or similar).
• Professional certifications such as NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO, or NCMA CPCM.
• Experience working in a centralized procurement environment.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy considerations in IT contracts