DeSanti · 3 hours ago
Senior Contract Administrator - IT Purchasing Specialist
LA Metro Area
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expDeSanti is seeking a Senior Contract Administrator - IT Purchasing Specialist to support a large public-sector capital improvement program. The role involves planning, advising, administering, and tracking technology procurements while ensuring compliance with procurement processes and laws.
EmploymentProfessional ServicesRecruitingStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Antonio Dela Cruz
Responsibilities
Develop procurement plans to support diverse technology purchasing requirements tied to a major facilities and infrastructure program
Collaborate and maintain clear communication with internal teams, consultants, vendors, and other stakeholders
Provide strategic guidance on IT sourcing approaches, purchasing methods, and industry best practices
Ensure all procurements comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies and procedures
Manage the full procurement lifecycle, including drafting solicitation documents, coordinating evaluations, and facilitating contract execution, including any required governing board approvals
Support project teams with quote requests, contract compliance reviews, approval routing, and purchase order issuance
Track and report on the status of IT-related contracts, solicitations, and purchase orders
Utilize enterprise and project management systems, including ERP platforms (currently SAP), project controls software (currently Proliance, transitioning to Trimble Unity Construct), and internal databases
Coordinate with statewide and cooperative purchasing organizations, public agencies, and strategic partners to leverage existing contracts and maximize purchasing efficiencies for IT needs
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Contracts
Qualification
Required
At least 7 years of relevant experience in procurement or contract administration
Bachelor's degree required (may substitute an additional 4 years of directly related experience)
Experience conducting procurements governed by California Public Contract Code
Understanding of software licensing structures, including SaaS, subscription-based, and perpetual models
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, SAP, and Adobe Acrobat
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing deadlines
Demonstrated professionalism, dependability, and high ethical standards
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Preferred
Experience using electronic bidding systems such as PlanetBids
Professional certification in Public Purchasing or Contract Management
Familiarity with California higher education regulations and community college district requirements
Experience supporting procurement and implementation of large-scale ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday) within a similarly sized public agency
Company
DeSanti
DeSanti offers recruiting, staffing, talent acquisition, professional and employment services across a variety of industries.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Veronica De Santiago
Chief Executive Officer
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