ICT Partnerships Manager (Technology Contracts and Procurement)
About The Position
The Port of Seattle is seeking an ICT Partnerships Manager to oversee end-to-end contract lifecycle management, procurement coordination, budget support, vendor management, and payment process facilitation for over 200 ICT contracts and procurements. This role requires maintaining an accurate portfolio of ICT contracts, ensuring compliance with audit and procurement information, and developing standard operating procedures. The manager will act as a subject-matter expert and strategic partner, managing all authorization, procurement, and preparatory needs for contract negotiations and payments. They will be the primary point of contact for vendors, support vendor sourcing and selection, lead Acquisition Planning Meetings, and recommend procurement methods. The role also involves researching industry Terms and Conditions best practices, identifying risk-reduction opportunities (e.g., cyber security, data privacy), providing budget input for technology contract commitments, and supporting payment staff for accurate and timely processing. The Port of Seattle is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and this role is vital to promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region.
Requirements
- Four (4) years of experience managing a portfolio of contracts.
- Detail-oriented: ability to manage multiple high-profile projects, maintain up-to-date complex information, and develop organized plans.
- Analytical: possess effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain stakeholder relationships with a diverse group of professionals at various levels, both internal and external.
- Articulate: ability to influence others by actively listening, understanding relevant facts, and clearly explaining the importance of requested actions.
- Technically savvy: proficient in Microsoft Office tools, SharePoint, Workflows, and FreshService, with the ability to learn new technology and understand complex system relationships.
- Commitment to equity and exemplifying shared values, behaviors, and practices.
- Must establish Washington state residency within 30 days of employment and maintain it throughout employment.
- Must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check and a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Information, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Information Technology or Computer Science.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end contract lifecycle management for over 200 ICT contracts and procurements.
- Coordinate procurement processes, provide budget support, manage vendors, and facilitate payment processes.
- Maintain an accurate portfolio of ICT contracts and procurements, ensuring compliance with audit and procurement information.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and collaborate with impacted departments.
- Serve as the subject-matter expert and strategic partner for ICT contracts.
- Manage authorization, procurement, or preparatory needs for upcoming contract negotiations and recurring payments.
- Act as the primary point of contact for vendors throughout the contract lifecycle.
- Provide support to Port staff on vendor-related issues.
- Support vendor sourcing, evaluation, and selection processes in alignment with procurement policies.
- Lead and facilitate Acquisition Planning Meetings with internal stakeholders.
- Recommend and negotiate appropriate procurement methods for purchases in coordination with the Central Procurement Office (CPO).
- Conduct research on industry Terms and Conditions (T&C) best practices and identify opportunities for risk-reduction in areas such as cyber security and data privacy protections.
- Provide accurate budget input for current and upcoming technology contract commitments, including estimated annual spend projections.
- Provide ongoing support to payment staff to ensure accurate, timely processing of contract-related payments and strong vendor relationships.
Benefits
- Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care
- Paid Vacation – Approximately four weeks per year, increasing with tenure
- Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked
- Holidays – More than ten days per year
- Pension/Retirement Plans
- Getting to Work – Subsidized parking, low-cost public transit card, alternative work arrangements (hybrid)
- Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave
- Development – Tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments, internal internships
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion initiatives
- Work-Life Balance resources
- Mission Driven work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
