Contract Administrator IV - IT Purchasing Specialist

Responsibilities

• Plan for a variety of IT related purchasing needs of the Bond Program
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with all stakeholders
• Provide strategic recommendations for IT purchasing solutions and best practices
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and LACCD policies/procedures
• Administer the entire procurement process from solicitation to contract execution
• Support project management staff with quotes, compliance reviews, and purchase orders
• Monitor IT purchasing contracts, purchase orders, and solicitations
• Utilize District ERP (SAP) and Project Management Information Systems
• Coordinate with external organizations like FCCC and DGS to maximize contract benefits
• Manage multiple concurrent procurement processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or 4 additional years of relevant experience)
• 10 years of relevant experience
• Familiarity with software licensing models (SaaS, subscription, perpetual)
• Experience negotiating pricing and terms for IT goods and services
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, SAP, and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with procurement subject to California Public Contract Codes
• Experience with electronic bidding platforms like PlanetBids
• Knowledge of California Higher Education Codes
• Knowledge of California Community College Codes

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, & Dental – 100% covered for the employee
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 10.5 days of Vacation pay (Accrued)
• 6 days of Sick pay (Available Immediately)
• 10 days of Holiday pay
• 3% Employer Contribution 401k (After 1 year of service)
• Monthly Stipend for Cell Phone
• Laptop for work purposes