Senior Procurement Contract Specialist

UVA Health•Charlottesville, VA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Procurement Contract Specialist works within UVA Procurement Services and manages the full contract lifecycle, from drafting and negotiation through execution, renewal, and closeout. The role serves as a liaison between Procurement, schools and units, and suppliers, ensuring contracts are accurate, compliant, and structured to deliver long-term value. It supports UVA’s academic, health, and research operations and its mission of stewardship, service, and collaboration. This hybrid position is not eligible for remote work status. It is an exempt, benefited position and will remain open until filled. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States; the University will not sponsor or consider candidates who require employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University conducts background checks on hires when required. Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter. Finalists will provide references through UVA’s SkillSurvey process: up to five references may be requested, and three are required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, law, or a related field; four years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
At least two years of relevant experience.
Knowledge of contract law, procurement regulations, and higher-education and state contracting frameworks.
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to balance risk and value.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex provisions to non-legal stakeholders.
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
High attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple contracts and deadlines.
Proficiency in contract management systems and enterprise tools such as Workday or similar.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must not require employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications, such as CPCM or NCMA.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and edit contracts, proposals, and amendments for accuracy, clarity, and alignment with UVA’s business needs and policies.
Negotiate favorable terms, including pricing, service levels, and risk allocation, while maintaining supplier relationships.
Ensure agreements comply with applicable laws, Commonwealth of Virginia procurement requirements, and UVA policies.
Identify and mitigate legal, financial, and operational risks through contract analysis and consultation with Procurement leadership and University Counsel.
Oversee contracts from initiation through execution, renewal, and termination.
Track renewal, expiration, and performance milestone deadlines and proactively alert stakeholders.
Partner with schools, departments, and suppliers to align contract deliverables with institutional goals.
Work with Procurement Services staff to support seamless P2P execution.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive contract records, including drafts, revisions, and executed agreements, in UVA’s official system of record.
Assist with resolving disputes and performance concerns in coordination with Procurement leadership, suppliers, and University Counsel.