Contracts Manager
University of West Florida
Procurement Manager – Procurement and Contracts – Position #124820
Application Deadline: September 22, 2025
Projected Start Date: October 27, 2025
Salary: $60,000-$62,000
The University of West Florida in Pensacola, FL is now accepting applications for the position of full-time Procurement Manager in the Office of Procurement and Contracts.
Responsibilities:
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.
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.
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.
To Apply: Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://jobs.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references. References will be contacted upon submission of this application. 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 [email protected].
The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual who requires special accommodations to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting the UWF Human Resources Department at 1-850-474-2694 (voice) or 1-850-857-6158 (TTY). A criminal background check is required for successful candidates. E-Verify is required for employment. All applications for employment at the University are subject to the Florida public records law.
