Procurement Contracting Specialist

Penn Information Systems & Computing

Procurement Contracting Specialist managing procurement strategy and operational activities for a large program at the University of Pennsylvania. Ensuring compliance, maintaining vendor relationships, and leading training initiatives.

Posted 8/2/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $92,592 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement strategy and contract administration, with a strong focus on policy compliance and vendor management. Capable of effectively coordinating training and communications to enhance procurement operations within complex organizations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Procurement Contract AdministrationContract NegotiationAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsVendor Management

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingPolicy ComplianceProcurement StrategyOperational ManagementRisk Assessment

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTime ManagementMulti-Priority Management

Tools & Technologies

Contract Lifecycle Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationPublic SectorComplex Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage procurement strategy and operational activities for a large program or School/Center
Ensure policy compliance and manage procurement systems
Maintain vendor and contract relationships
Coordinate training and communications for efficient procurement operations
Serve as a subject matter expert and strategic advisor

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor's Degree
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in procurement contract administration or management within a complex organization
Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate diverse types of contracts with varying risk profiles
Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Preferred: Experience using contract lifecycle management systems
Higher education or public sector experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families
Generous retirement benefits
Wide variety of professional development opportunities
Supportive work and family benefits
Wealth of health and wellness programs and resources