IT Purchasing Specialist

Description Working under the Director of Contracts, this position calls for an experienced IT Purchasing Specialist that will be expected to provide planning, strategic recommendations, administration, and reporting for a variety of IT purchasing needs in support of the LACCD Bond Program. Day To Day Plan for a variety of IT related purchasing needs of the Bond Program. Make recommendations for IT purchasing solutions and best practices in compliance will all applicable legal requirements and LACCD policies/procedures Administer the entire procurement process from preparing the solicitation documents through contract execution, including any required action from the Board of Trustees. Support project management staff through the process of soliciting quotes, contract compliance reviews, achieving required approvals, and issuance of purchase orders. Monitor and report on the status of all IT purchasing contracts, purchase orders, and solicitations Utilizing the District’s ERP (currently SAP), the Bond Program’s Project Management Information System (currently Proliance, soon to be Trimble Unity Construct), and other internal access database systems. Coordination with the Foundation for California Community Colleges (FCCC), Department of General Services (DGS), other eligible cooperative purchasing organizations, and other partner public agencies to maximize LACCD’s use of external contracts that are beneficial for IT purchasing needs. Manage multiple concurrent procurement processes, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to drive sourcing, negotiations, approvals, and contract execution while ensuring adherence to project timelines and procurement standards. Minimum Required Qualifications Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience Bachelor’s Degree (4 additional years of experience can be substituted) Familiarity with software licensing models (SaaS, subscription, perpetual) and related hardware Experience negotiating pricing and terms specific to IT goods and services contracting Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, SAP, and Adobe Acrobat Ability to exercise judgment and discretion and to set priorities and manage competing demands Demonstrate a reliable, responsive, and positive work ethic with the highest degree of integrity Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment Preferred Qualifications Experience with procurement subject to California Public Contract Codes Experience with electronic bidding platforms, specifically PlanetBids Knowledge of California Higher Education Codes Knowledge of California Community College Codes Skills IT Purchasing, Technology Procurement, Contract Administration, Software Licensing, SAP, Contract Compliance, Contract Negotiation, SaaS Licensing, vendor management, strategic sourcing, RFQ, RFP, California Public Contract Codes, planetbids, California Higher Education Codes, California Community College Codes Top Skills Details IT Purchasing,Technology Procurement,Contract Administration,Software Licensing,SAP,Contract Compliance,Contract Negotiation,SaaS Licensing,vendor management,strategic sourcing,RFQ,RFP Additional Skills & Qualifications Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams. Effective written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels. Experience Level Expert Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Monterey Park, CA. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $85.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Monterey Park,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026. About TEKsystems The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr