Contract Analyst/IT Procurement

Immediate need for a talented Contract Analyst/IT Procurement. This is a 06+months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Deerfield IL (Remote). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.  

Job ID: 25-79339

Pay Range: $40 - $41/hour.  Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement Strategy and Planning
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company's business objectives and IT roadmap
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential vendors and solutions
• Collaborate with IT stakeholders to identify procurement needs and develop procurement plans 
• Vendor Management
• Develop and maintain relationships with key vendors and stakeholders
• Negotiate contracts and agreements that meet the company's needs and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Manage vendor performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations 
• Contract Management
• Negotiate and manage contracts for IT solutions and services
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, such as GDPR and HIPAA
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure contracts are compliant with company policies and procedures
• Conduct risk analysis on contract language
•  Procurement Operations
• Manage procurement processes, including RFIs, RFPs, and contract awards
• Develop and maintain procurement documentation, including contracts, agreements, and procurement plans
• Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely payment processing
• Collect and Document savings
• Collect and digitally store contract documents. Stakeholder Management
• Collaborate with IT stakeholders, including IT leadership, project managers, and end-users
• Provide procurement expertise and guidance to IT stakeholders
• Communicate procurement plans and progress to stakeholders

Key Requirements and Technology Experience: 

• Key Skills; Vendor Management, HIPAA, GDPR, Procurement and Contract Negotiation
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in IT procurement, with a focus on vendor management and contract negotiation
• Strong knowledge of procurement laws and regulations, including GDPR
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with procurement software and tools, such as Ariba or Coupa
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• Certification in procurement, such as CPM or CPSM
• Experience with IT service management frameworks, such as ITIL
• Knowledge of cloud-based procurement platforms and tool

Our client is a leading healthcare Industry and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

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