Position Number:

124820

Position Title (Classification Title): 

Procurement Manager 124820, Procurement Manager

Working Title: 

Procurement Manager, Contract Administration

Job Summary:

The Manager of Contract Administration reports to the University's Office of Procurement and Contracts but will work with the University's Office of General Counsel in carrying out their duties. The incumbent will act in a centralized business environment to negotiate, review, and process contracts for the acquisition of goods and services and other purposes as needed by the University, subject to legal matters to final approval of the Office of Procurement and Contracts. Must be familiar with University policy, practice, administrative rules, and Florida law pertaining to public procurement and must be capable of operating the computer-based University-wide contracts management system.

Department

Procurement and Contracts

FLSA:

Exempt

Minimum Qualifications:

Masters degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience.

Position Qualifications:

Masters degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelors degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience. Understand procurement laws and regulations and relate that knowledge to contract work.

Preferred Qualifications

Juris Doctor degree preferred.

Experience preferably in an institution of higher education Contract Management or Procurement Services department. Significant knowledge of applying laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to contracting, leasing, and contract-related purchasing is desirable.

Essential Functions / Job Duties:

• 60% - Facilitate review and negotiation of university contracts through evaluation of institutional risks in accordance with Florida law, as well as Board of Governors and University policies. Additionally, should include a collaborative review with other campus stakeholders. Review contracts and related documents for compliance with state and federal law and University requirements. - (Essential)
• 10% - Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining new business processes; maintain contract files and compliance documentation. - (Essential)
• 10% - Work with various departments, committees, and task forces on campus to develop and implement improved efficiencies for the contract process. - (Essential)
• 10% - Review and interpret university purchasing regulations and policies. - (Essential)
• 10% - Training university staff and faculty on contracting processes and use of contract management system. - (Essential)

Physical Demands:

• Physical Requirements: Occasional and/or light lifting required. Limited exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc., but none to the point of being disagreeable. May involve minor safety hazards where likely results would be cuts, bruises, etc.
• Impact of Deadlines: Externally imposed deadlines set and revised beyond one’s control. Interruptions influence priorities. Difficult to anticipate nature or volume of work with certainty beyond a few days.
• Standing: Daily
• Walking: Daily
• Sitting: Daily
• Reaching with hands and arms: Daily
• Climbing or balancing: Occasionally
• Stooping: Occasionally
• Use of hands to handle objects: Daily
• Lifting up to 10lbs: Frequently
• Lifting up to 25lbs: Occasionally
• Lifting over 25lbs: Occasionally
• Talking as express or exchange of ideas verbally: Daily
• Hearing as perceive sound by ear: Daily
• Vision as distinguish colors & depth: Daily

Special Requirements or Considerations of the Job:

• This position requires a criminal background screen.

• This position requires fingerprinting.

Number of Vacancies

1

Work Hours

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

FTE

1.0

Salary Range

$60,000 - $62,000

Pay Basis

Annually

Preferred Response Date:

09/22/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references.  An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process. For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu.