Job Description
Join iSphere, a leading IT Consulting Firm, as a Contract Specialist for a compelling 12+ month opportunity in the Tulsa Area, OK. Be part of a dynamic team responsible for managing procurement activities in the Information Technology sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage IT procurement processes, including software, hardware, maintenance, and services.
- Oversee daily procurement tasks, such as contract negotiation, administration, invoice resolution, and supplier relations management.
- Contribute to Procurement goals by executing Master Agreements and commercial strategies.
- Ensure compliance with Contracting Standards & Procedures and drive continuous improvement in contracting processes.
- Manage assigned categories efficiently, focusing on stakeholder engagement and risk mitigation.
- Maintain contract files according to document retention policies and support audit activities.
- Lead formal RFx processes through Ariba and iCertis, including pre-bid meetings, bid evaluations, and award approvals.
- Resolve contract disputes and collaborate with Legal to ensure compliance with client requirements and legal statutes.
Essential Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or 8 years of experience in Procurement and/or Information Technology.
- Proficiency in purchase orders, sourcing, negotiations, and contracting.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, SAP, Ariba, and other procurement technologies.
- Ability to manage multiple Procurement initiatives concurrently across sourcing, contracting, materials management, and Procure-To-Pay (P2P).
Desirable Skills:
- Procurement experience in the energy industry.
- Capability to work effectively with various functions and stakeholders in a matrixed organization.
- Excellent analytical, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with a strong ability to negotiate and influence critical decisions.
Apply now to become an IT Contract Specialist at iSphere and contribute to the success of our growing IT Consulting Firm in Houston.ministration of Information Technology software, hardware, maintenance, and services.
Company Description
iSphere provides our potential consultants with direct access to top area clients and decision makers frequently resulting in a quicker interview and hiring process. For our selected candidates, our recruiters provide resume and career coaching, interview preparation, knowledge of local compensation trends, and try to get to know you as a person all while providing as clear and consistent communication with you as possible.
Many of our consulting roles offer the possibility to transition to staff assignments with our client companies for those candidates that are interested and can serve as an excellent chance to try an environment out before making a long-term career commitment to an organization.
iSphere offers several choices of major medical plans as well as the opportunity to participate in 401K and profit sharing plans.
Client access, flexibility, and support for your long-term goals; get more at iSphere
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About iSphere
Building on a foundation of individual care and commitment for over 20 years, iSphere continues to grow by setting the standard for better service to both our IT consultants and the clients we serve.
As Corporate and Government solution strategists and architects, iSphere provides innovative products, professional services, and staff to help private and public sector clients achieve their goals and transform their technology driven business models. Clients partner with us to deliver successful business-IT strategy, top technology systems and bright IT talent.
Partners to the energy and financial trading, healthcare, education, and government sectors, iSphere’s team of skilled consultants are experts at solving business and technology challenges with advanced IT solutions.
With an unflagging work ethic, a cohesive team, and a passion for innovative service and solutions, our clients know they can depend on iSphere.
iSphere provides our potential consultants with direct access to top area clients and decision makers frequently resulting in a quicker interview and hiring process. For our selected candidates, our recruiters provide resume and career coaching, interview preparation, knowledge of local compensation trends, and try to get to know you as a person all while providing as clear and consistent communication with you as possible.\r\n\r\nMany of our consulting roles offer the possibility to transition to staff assignments with our client companies for those candidates that are interested and can serve as an excellent chance to try an environment out before making a long-term career commitment to an organization.\r\n\r\niSphere offers several choices of major medical plans as well as the opportunity to participate in 401K and profit sharing plans.\r\nClient access, flexibility, and support for your long-term goals; get more at iSphere\r\n----------------------\r\nAbout iSphere\r\nBuilding on a foundation of individual care and commitment for over 20 years, iSphere continues to grow by setting the standard for better service to both our IT consultants and the clients we serve.\r\n\r\nAs Corporate and Government solution strategists and architects, iSphere provides innovative products, professional services, and staff to help private and public sector clients achieve their goals and transform their technology driven business models. Clients partner with us to deliver successful business-IT strategy, top technology systems and bright IT talent.\r\n\r\nPartners to the energy and financial trading, healthcare, education, and government sectors, iSphere’s team of skilled consultants are experts at solving business and technology challenges with advanced IT solutions.\r\n\r\nWith an unflagging work ethic, a cohesive team, and a passion for innovative service and solutions, our clients know they can depend on iSphere.