Contract Administrator IV - IT Purchasing Specialist

• Lead the planning and administration of IT procurement activities for capital improvement projects.
• Develop solicitation packages and manage the procurement process through contract award and execution.
• Provide strategic recommendations on IT purchasing methods, software licensing, and procurement best practices.
• Support project managers with procurement planning, contract compliance, purchase orders, and required approvals.
• Monitor contracts, solicitations, purchase orders, and procurement status reports.
• Coordinate with public agencies and cooperative purchasing organizations to maximize purchasing efficiencies.
• Utilize systems including SAP, Microsoft Office, and project management software to support procurement activities.
• Manage multiple procurement projects while collaborating with internal stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree or an additional four years of directly related experience in lieu of the degree.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement, contract administration, or IT purchasing.
• Experience purchasing IT hardware, software, and technology services.
• Knowledge of software licensing models, including SaaS, subscription, and perpetual licensing.
• Experience negotiating pricing and contract terms for IT goods and services.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, SAP, Adobe Acrobat, and other business systems.
• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with California Public Contract Code procurement.
• Experience using PlanetBids or other electronic bidding platforms.
• Knowledge of California Higher Education or California Community College procurement practices.

Pulled from the full job description

• Referral program

• Health insurance

• 401(k) matching

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

• Dental insurance

• Paid sick time, We offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry.

• Medical, Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan*

• Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage up to $50,000

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure

• Sick Leave: 10 days of paid sick leave annually - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms

• Holidays: 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!

• 401(k): Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)

• Education Support: Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications

• Referral Bonus: Highest employee referral program of $5,000-$10,000 depending on level of hire

• Extra Paid Leave: For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections

• Client Shutdown Days: Additional paid days off when client offices are closed

• Equipment: Laptop provided as needed

• Cell Phone Stipend: $100 monthly stipend for eligible roles

Why Join Greenridge?

• Be part of trusted leader in delivering impactful public sector projects.
• Play a meaningful role in shaping safe, modern, high-quality school environments.
• Join a team of experienced professionals dedicated to public infrastructure excellence.

The Greenridge Group is a prime contractor and consulting firm specializing in Project and Construction Management for major public-sector agencies. Are you an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in IT purchasing and public sector contracting? Join our team and play a key role supporting the Los Angeles Community College District's multi-billion-dollar Bond Program.