Contracts Administrator (Information Technology Procurement)

Temple University's Purchasing Department is searching for an IT Contract Administrator!

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following :

A hybrid work schedule

Full medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

12 Paid Holidays

Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE

A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Salary Range : $55,000-$65,000

A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Director of Purchasing, the IT Contract Administrator is responsible for the bid process for all software applications, reviewing software for ADA compliance, conducting and assisting with negotiations when required, and ensuring the best price value.

While working closely with the Information Technology Services department and senior management, the IT Contract Administrator is responsible for coordinating, developing, and managing the University's software content for selected university installations, complying with the established policies and procedures, working with the Strategic Sourcing department to ensure the best value and evaluating and coordinating departmental software requests. In addition, the incumbent manages the software site licensing program and makes recommendations to improve the program, as necessary, and is responsible for the evaluation, selection, and operation of selected software.The IT Contract Administrator will also perform other duties as assigned.

This position requires a background check due to the access or control over financial transactions for the University or the access to Personally Identifiable Information (PII).

Required Education and Experience

• A Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of three (3) years of IT contract administration and professional procurement experience.
• Prior experience supervising staff.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Experience

Required Skills & Abilities

This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department.

Essential functions of Position

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Compliance Statement : In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

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