IT Procurement Consultant
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This is a 12 month contract with Comptroller (CPA) with State of Texas. Must have CTCD - Certified Contract Texas Developer. Required certification is from Texas. Hybrid onsite 3 days a week. Only local to TX. All visa. Need visa copy from the time they are working in USA. For USC/No need of visa copy. The Candidate will be onsite at least three days a week. Telework schedule for remaining two days a week must be pre-approved by Direct Supervisor. Candidates submitted MUST have a current Certified Contract Texas Developer (CTCD) The Candidate will be part of the CPA Contract Administration and Procurement (CAP) team, performs advanced (senior-level) purchasing and procurement work. Work involves planning, coordinating, and preparing specifications for purchasing commodities and services; preparing procurement documents; and monitoring the maintenance of detailed records of items purchased, received, prepared, and issued. The Candidate will perform these tasks: •Coordinate the preparation, review, tracking, and processing of purchase orders. •Provide consultation to business users and technical resources for major information technology solicitations. •Coordinates and facilitates procurement-related meetings such as kick-off and pre-proposal meetings, post-award conferences, team briefings, and evaluation scorings. •Develops solicitations, contracts, and amendments by identifying provider resources, describing services to be rendered, evaluating information supplied by bidders, and negotiating contract specifications. •Review the preparation and distribution of bid invitations to vendors. •Facilitate meetings and perform problem resolution. •Maintain effective working relationships with vendors and suppliers. •Review or prepare the delivery of statutorily required reports. •Monitor the requisitions and orders of merchandise, supplies, and equipment by using, interpreting, and monitoring established guidelines, rules, policies, and laws. •Monitor legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to purchasing and procurement. The Candidate will perform other related work as assigned. II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements:(must have) 8 Years Required Knowledge of purchasing and procurement methods and procedures 5 Years Required Knowledge of Texas state procurement laws and statutes 5 Years equired Knowledge of Department of Information Resources (DIR) and other supply sources 5 Years Required Experience in collaborating and communicating effectively across multiple subject matter groups 5 Years Required Experience in leading major information technology solicitation meetings and evaluations 5 Years equired Experience in contract negotiation strategies and techniques 5 Years Required Knowledge of Microsoft Word 5 Years Required Knowledge of Microsoft Excel 3 Years Required Knowledge of security policy, procedures, and requirements 1 Years Required Certified Contract Texas Developer (CTCD) Preferred (optional) 2 Years Preferred Knowledge of Microsoft Teams 2 Years Preferred Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint 2 Years Preferred Knowledge of Centralized Accounting Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) Purchasing ModuleCANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: Must be able to: •Work independently in a diverse team environment with on-site and remote teams. •Lead or attend meetings with business users to coordinate activities. •Lead evaluations for major solicitations. •Multi-task with a willingness to put in extra efforts when necessary. •Identify problems and propose innovative solutions. •Communicate complex concepts clearly, accurately, and effectively both verbally and in writing. •Participate and/or lead in project management, coordination, planning, and scheduling with CPA staff. •Follow written standards and procedures as well as work independently. •Keep management informed of status of on activities through accurate, timely, and appropriate reporting. Must have: •Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. •Strong research and problem-solving skills. Must perform other related work as assigned