Procurement Analyst 2

Job Title: Senior IT Procurement Analyst (Software & SaaS)

Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid)

• On-site training for 3-4 weeks
• After training: 4 days/week remote
• Local candidates preferred
• Open to out-of-state candidates willing to relocate to Arizona at their own expense
• Must be eligible to convert to Full-Time Employee (FTE)
• No visa sponsorship available

Job Description

The State of Arizona is seeking a Senior IT Procurement Analyst specializing in Software & SaaS Management to support agency-wide procurement of IT products and services. This role is responsible for acquiring technology solutions in the best interest of the state while ensuring compliance with procurement regulations, financial policies, and contract requirements.

The ideal candidate will lead software and SaaS acquisitions, manage contract renewals, optimize software licensing, negotiate vendor agreements, and support strategic sourcing initiatives. This position works closely with IT, Finance, Legal, Information Security, and business stakeholders to evaluate vendors, contracts, and technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities for IT products and services.
• Manage software acquisitions, SaaS subscriptions, contract renewals, and license optimization.
• Evaluate IT vendors through RFQs, RFPs, and RFIs.
• Conduct market research and provide supplier recommendations based on findings.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements with vendors.
• Support business units in evaluating technology products and services.
• Review and manage contracts for software, hardware, cloud, telecommunications, advisory, and managed services.
• Ensure compliance with statewide procurement rules, regulations, and financial policies.
• Collaborate with IT, Finance, Legal, and Information Security teams throughout procurement processes.
• Analyze procurement data and prepare recommendations for vendor selection and contract awards.
• Support projects involving emerging technologies and strategic sourcing initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in IT Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Vendor Management.
• Strong knowledge of Software, SaaS, Cloud Services, Hardware, and IT Contracts.
• Experience managing RFQ, RFP, and RFI processes.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Understanding of procurement regulations and financial principles.
• Ability to perform research, analysis, and vendor evaluations independently.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and agency-wide initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in government or public sector procurement.
• Knowledge of software asset management and license compliance.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure procurement and vendor negotiations.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, Information Technology, or related field.