| Location: Hyde Park Campus Job Description: Unit-Specific Responsibilities 1) Manage the IT procurement process including competitive procurements, negotiations of agreements, on-going contract administration and vendor relationship management 2) Act as a resource to University faculty and staff with regard to purchases of software, equipment and services 3) Negotiate, manage and administer commercial contracts in accordance with University policies and procedures, federal, state and local laws and regulations and best business practices 4) Perform contract administration to include resolution of post-award issues, execution of amendments, monitoring of supplier performance, and contract deliverables 5) Lead and manage RFx (e.g. Request for Proposal, Request for Information, Request for Quote) process, including project management, development of RFx, negotiations and award process Unit-Preferred Competencies 1) Proven ability to analyze and identify risk, redline and negotiate complex vendor agreements 2) Knowledge of standard legal and insurance concepts, practices, and procedures related to commercial transactions 3) Experience interpreting and summarizing contractual terms for clients, such as license rights, product entitlements, intellectual property, and use restrictions 4) Negotiate and contract with key suppliers such as as IBM, Cisco, Network Appliance, Oracle, and Microsoft 5) Strong process management, organizational and effective time management skills 6) Excellent oral and written communication 7) Exceptional analytical, organizational and follow up skills 8) Outstanding interpersonal skills 9) Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook 10) Self-motivated and problem solve 11) Exercise independent judgment 12) Produce high quality of work Preferred Qualifications Education 1) Bachelorâ™s degree 2) Advanced degree Experience 1) Minimum five years of relevant progressive experience in the field of procurement contract negotiation and management 2) Experience within a IT procurement environment Certification 1) Certified Purchasing Manager 2) Certified Professional in Supply Management Required Documents 1) Resume/CV 2) Cover Letter 3) Reference Contact Information (3) NOTE: When applying, all required documents MUST be uploaded under the Resume/CV section of the application. The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637. | 
