Senior IT Procurement Analyst

The IT Procurement Analyst for AZDES - DTS is responsible for managing the procurement of IT-related goods and services for the state. This senior role focuses on Software and SaaS management, leading software acquisitions, contract renewals, license optimization, and vendor negotiations. The position requires collaboration with IT, Legal, Finance, and InfoSec teams to ensure cost-efficiency, compliance, and effective SaaS operations while adhering to statewide procurement policies. Responsibilities:

• Evaluate IT vendors and contracts through RFQs, RFPs, and RFIs.
• Conduct research, negotiate contracts, and provide supplier recommendations based on thorough evaluations.
• Support business areas in vendor evaluations and contract negotiations.
• Manage software portfolio including acquisitions, renewals, license optimization, and vendor negotiations.
• Apply knowledge of statewide procurement rules, IT products, and financial principles to procurement activities.
• Work independently under general supervision on moderately difficult procurements.

• Must be authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship and eligible to convert to full-time employment.
• Experience in IT procurement, particularly in Software and SaaS management.
• Strong negotiation and vendor evaluation skills.
• Knowledge of statewide procurement regulations and financial principles.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision.
• Must be able to undergo background checks and drug screenings as required.
• Current location must be specified on resume; candidates must be available for in-person interviews within one week of posting close date.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience working with government or state agencies.
• Familiarity with IT contract management and software license optimization tools.
• Project management experience related to IT procurement.

Special Considerations:

• Candidates must be willing to relocate to Arizona; no relocation assistance provided.
• Must be available for in-person interviews within one week after posting closes.
• Must start within two weeks of offer acceptance.
• Must comply with security requirements and state background checks.
• Submission restrictions apply for candidates previously interviewed for specified postings.

Scheduling:

• Full-time position, 40 hours per week.
• Hybrid work schedule: on-site training for 3-4 weeks followed by four days remote per week.