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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Procurement Consultant - **Company:** State of Indiana - **Location:** Indianapolis, IN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $67,314.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** E-Procurement, Cisco Nexus Switches, Procurement Software, Data Driven Tests, People Soft - **Published:** May 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000g207sl ## About the Role + Advanced knowledge of the principles of complicated contract management and negotiation is required. + Ability to perform client relationship development, problem identification, analysis, and resolution, data-intensive analysis, negotiate contracts, and resolve conflicts. + Ability to draft complex contracts for commodities and services with limited assistance. + Experience with and/or knowledge of PeopleSoft E-Procurement or another ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Procurement and Financial system is preferred. + Ability to apply knowledge/expertise of contract management principles to various commodities and services is required. + Ability to work independently, anticipate problems and initiate corrective action. + Ability to effectively plan and organize work of section. + Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow. + Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets. A degree is not required. However, at least 7+ years of experience in vendor/contract management, supplier performance, sourcing, or procurement experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. ## Description This role leads statewide procurement operations with a strong emphasis on enterprise technology integration, strengthening data quality, and ensuring compliant purchasing across Executive Branch agencies. The position serves as the nexus between procurement, vendors, and IT partners including teams involved in initiatives like cloud migrations and technology-driven solicitations. By applying technical problem-solving, and data-driven analysis, the role enhances statewide contract performance, supports digital modernization efforts, and ensures that procurement processes align with evolving IT standards, security requirements, and enterprise-level technology strategies., + Support and provide oversight for all purchasing and sourcing of commodities and professional services at Executive Branch Agencies. + Provide support for travel, credit card purchases, PO review/approval, and related PeopleSoft modules. + Source, negotiate and manage all statewide contracts benefiting multiple state entities. + Provide direction, guidance and assistance to agency staff, vendors, and other stakeholders related to procurement. + Resolve problems related to the administration of contracts. + Analyze information, prepare response, and take any necessary action with vendor, agency, or employee. + Serve as liaison between vendors, the agency, and employees. + Maintain vendor contacts to investigate discrepancies, exchange information and resolve issues. + Troubleshoot problems related to procurement including system issues or discrepancies. + Provide input on solutions and suggestions for improvements to administration and execution of contract management, procurement, and supplier performance. + Create and interpret complex quantitative and qualitative analysis, form hypothesis, synthesizing conclusions, and assisting to implement change. The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without. This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary. ## Related Videos - [Is HR dead? The Bold Future of HR Tech](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1290-is-hr-dead-the-bold-future-of-hr-tech) - [User 1st! Technology 2nd! 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