Procurement Contract Administrator

University of Denver•Denver, CO

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

University Financial Services is comprised of a diverse group of experts in multiple fields. Our passion is working together and collaborating with other departments to reduce the administrative burden on Faculty and Staff so that they can focus on supporting the education of our students. We strive to be a trusted and innovative partner delivering exemplary administrative services in support of the DU community.

Requirements

Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced deadline driven environment.
Self-motivated
Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, etc.) and Adobe
Strong understanding of legal contract review, procurement principles and practices, and procurement negotiation methods.
Understanding and knowledge of business processes and systems.
Understanding and appreciation for automation and the use of technology as an enabler of high-quality services and performance levels.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of higher education culture, governance, structures and mission.
Demonstrated focus on customer service and compliance.
Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Two to four (2-4) years of procurement, contract management/administration, paralegal

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in related field i.e., business administration, procurement management, paralegal, contract law or related field
Experience writing and supporting contracts.
Five to seven (5-7) years of procurement, contract management/administration, paralegal experience
Experience working in higher education.
Experience writing, negotiating, and auditing complex contractual agreements ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

Manages the daily activities of the contracts workflow process by coordinating activities and establishing priorities, meeting customer requirements by ensuring adherence with time limits and standards.
Serves as primary liaison with the Office of the General Counsel, Risk Management, suppliers and vendors, departments/units, and senior management for contract negotiations and agreements.
Initiates, negotiates, and develops, monitors and audits the most complex contractual agreements together with Requests for Proposal, pricing agreements and/or service standards, finance options, and supplier performance for university to ensure terms and conditions comply with federal, state, and university regulations and policies regarding liability and risk.
Reviews proposed, revised and current contracts for risk management, insurance, indemnification, worker classification, intellectual property, data owner, and data security issues to ensure adherence with contract requirements.
Provides guidance and direction to improve contract legal compliance and risk management mitigation including the development and delivery of training.
Maintains current knowledge of university initiatives that affect procurement contractual agreements and communicates to stakeholders and implementing change as needed.
Other Duties as Assigned