IT Procurement Specialist

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

Preferred Qualifications

Skill

Required / Desired

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.

Required

Experience in IT procurement, contract negotiation, or public sector contracting.

Required

Strong knowledge of IT contract types (e.g., SaaS, IaaS, perpetual licenses, maintenance / support agreements).

Required

Familiarity with state or federal procurement regulations and processes.

Required

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Required

Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills.

Required

Experience with State of Iowa procurement systems (e.g., Workday, I / 3, or similar).

Highly desired

Professional certifications such as NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO, or NCMA CPCM.

Highly desired

Experience working in a centralized procurement environment.

Highly desired

Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy considerations in IT contracts.

Highly desired