IT purchasing Specialist

IT Purchasing Specialist Working under the Director of Contracts, this position calls for an experienced IT Purchasing Specialist that will be expected to provide planning, strategic recommendations, administration, and reporting for a variety of IT purchasing needs. Planning for a variety of IT related purchasing needs Effective coordination and communication with all Stakeholders Strategic recommendations for IT purchasing solutions and best practices Compliance with all applicable legal requirements and policies/procedures Administration of the entire procurement process from preparing the appropriate solicitation documents through contract execution Minimum Required Qualifications: Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience Bachelor's Degree (4 additional years of experience can be substituted) Experience with procurement subject to California Public Contract Codes Familiarity with software licensing models (SaaS, subscription, perpetual) Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, SAP, and Adobe Acrobat Ability to exercise judgment and discretion and to set priorities and manage competing demands Demonstrate a reliable, responsive, and positive work ethic with the highest degree of integrity Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications: Experience with electronic bidding platforms Certificate related to Public Purchasing or Contract Management Knowledge of California Higher Education Codes Knowledge of California Community College Codes Experience with procurement and implementation of an ERP system (SAP, Oracle, Workday, etc.)

Created: 2026-03-11