Primary Purpose:
Responsible for maintaining Choice Partners contract files, board agenda items and disseminating contract information to members and vendors. Will perform specialized tasks from pre-award to close-out.
Qualifications:
Education/Certifications:
* Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in business or related field or 4 years equivalent work experience with contracts/document control
* Professional certification in purchasing preferred but not required, such as CPPB, CPPO, RTSBO, and/or RTSBA
Special Knowledge/Skills:
* Ability to effectively utilize computers and software including Microsoft Office suite and other software required by the division
* Ability to research and interpret information to respond to inquiries
* Ability to organize, prioritize, meet established deadlines and handle multiple tasks
* Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
* Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) using proper English grammar
* Advanced understanding of contracting concepts and principles
* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, and vendors to ensure alignment of contract objectives.
Experience:
* Experience with private or public purchasing preferred
* Experience working with online bidding platform
* 4+ years prior experience in a contract administration role or a related field
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
* Prepare and review monthly board agenda items.
* Receive and process signed responses from vendors for new and renewal RFP's. Ensure completeness and accuracy of documents and communicates errors to potential vendor.
* Establish and maintain Choice Partners (CP) contract electronic files, as outlined by division procedures. Create and maintain due diligence files for all contracts.
* Responsible for ad placement for all RFP's in multiple newspapers, websites, etc.
* Responsible for annual renew RFP submission in Ionwave.
* Responsible for running complete SAM reports and form 1295 verification for all contracts.
* Ensure timely renewal or cancellation of annual contracts as directed by Contract Managers.
* Ensure notification of newly awarded vendor contracts by supplying award letter, copy of execution of offer and contract.
* Responsible for contract assignment when needed
* Responsible for collecting Interlocal agreements, Participation agreements and/or form 1295 for new members.
* Maintain all insurances and licenses required for vendor contract files.
* Participate in conferences and vendor shows to represent CP/HCDE as assigned.
* Provide excellent customer service to all parties.
* Maintain confidentiality.
* Maintain a positive attitude and a neat and professional appearance that exemplifies confidence and professionalism.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
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