Contract Manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in IT procurement, contract negotiation, or public sector contracting.
• Strong knowledge of IT contract types (e.g., SaaS, IaaS, perpetual licenses, maintenance/support agreements).
• Familiarity with state or federal procurement regulations and processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with State of Iowa procurement systems (e.g., Workday, I/3, or similar).
• Professional certifications such as NIGP-CPP, CPPB, CPPO, or NCMA CPCM.
• Experience working in a centralized procurement environment.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy considerations in IT contracts.