IT Contracts & Licensing Specialist II

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center•Seattle, WA

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for contract analysis, vendor relationship management, and procurement support for technology solutions, software licensing, and IT services. Supports strategic procurement initiatives and cost optimization efforts. Most Fred Hutch jobs require some on-campus work. However, there may be flexibility for certain positions. Please check with the recruiter if you are an out-of-state applicant interested only in working outside of the Seattle area.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
Minimum of two years’ experience as a Procurement Specialist.
Additional experience may substitute for educational requirement.
Experience with software licensing and SaaS contract models
Understanding of contract terms and ability to identify problematic clauses
Analytical skills for cost comparison and trend analysis
Experience with vendor negotiation support
Knowledge of procurement best practices and cost optimization techniques

Nice To Haves

Procurement experience in IT software category.
IT software familiarity.
Leading without authority.
Demonstrated experience reading software SAAS and services contract.
Identify commercial and risk issues in contracts and recommending negotiation strategy.
Strong written and verbal communication.
Familiarity with AI.
AI certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct contract reviews and analysis for renewals, identifying cost drivers, price escalations, and optimization opportunities
Analyze software licensing agreements including usage rights, termination clauses, and vendor lock in provisions
Track contract terms and renewal dates to ensure proactive management rather than reactive processing
Identify consolidation opportunities across vendor relationships and contracts
Support vendor negotiations by researching market pricing, competitive alternatives, and benchmarking data
Manage vendor communications during contract negotiations and renewals
Escalate complex vendor issues requiring strategic intervention
Perform spend analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and savings opportunities
Research alternative solutions and competitive pricing for existing contracts
Support license optimization by analyzing usage data versus contracted amounts
Assist with RFP development and vendor evaluation processes
Maintain procurement databases and contract repositories
Generate reports on procurement metrics, savings, and vendor performance
Support compliance with organizational procurement policies and procedures