What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technology Procurement Specialist (Contractor) position at Prairie Consulting Services?
Procurement Specialist (Contractor) - Contract Administrator - Vendor Management
Location: Remote / Hybrid - 3 days/week downtown Chicago - Financial District
Walking distance from Metra stations!
We’re seeking an experienced Technology Procurement Specialist - Contract Administrator - Vendor Management to join our team as a contractor. (CONTRACT TO HIRE OPPORTUNITY!!) This role will support several large-scale initiatives and involves working across sourcing, category management, technology procurement, and contract negotiation.
Procurement Specialist (Contractor) - Contract Administrator - Vendor Management - Key Responsibilities:
- Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including managing RFP/RFx processes and negotiating contracts across various categories (Marketing, HR, Business Services, Applications, etc.).
- Develop and execute contract negotiation strategies to optimize value and mitigate risk.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify needs, conduct spend analysis, and manage supplier relationships.
- Engage in category management by developing multi-year sourcing roadmaps and educating the business on market trends, suppliers, and best practices.
- Ensure supplier performance through scorecards, supplier rationalization, and regular business reviews.
- Draft, review, and negotiate key agreements (NDAs, SaaS agreements, Software License Agreements, Service Level Agreements, etc.), managing all aspects of contract administration and compliance.
- Present procurement performance metrics and updates to senior management.
Procurement Specialist - Qualifications:
- Strong experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and procurement practices, ideally in technology or related fields.
- Proven ability to manage end-to-end procurement processes, from RFP development to contract execution.
- Familiarity with supplier scorecards, performance reviews, and managing supplier relationships.
- Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with an ability to drive process improvements.
Why Join Us? You’ll be joining a team that’s working through a transformation, with opportunities to shape procurement processes and implement best practices. We’re focused on driving value through smart sourcing and strategic negotiations, and you’ll play a key role in making that happen. We’re committed to supporting your success and helping you get up to speed quickly.
Apply Now to bring your expertise in procurement and contract negotiation to a dynamic team driving impactful change!
($50/hr W2)
Salary : $50
