IT Vendor Relationship Director jobs in the United States

IT VMO Analyst/Vendor Relationship Senior Analyst

Unison Systems is looking for an IT Vendor Relationship Senior Analyst for our client who is the global leader in real estate logistics. This person will be responsible for the lifespan of technology contracts and agreements for all Technology vendors who access, transmit, or host company data or provide IT contingent workers. Act in consulting capacity with business owners regarding the vendor management processes, business need, and required documentation. Foster on-going partnerships with Legal, Risk Management, IT Finance, and IT Security. Must have a tech background or good tech knowledge. This will help a ton when reviewing IT contracts and knowing what to ask. 

This is a 12 month long term contract. Preference is to find someone in the Denver metro area but open to candidates that are 100% remote.

Duties include but not limited to:

• Serves as a point of contact for Technology Vendors on behalf of the organization
• Manages contract renewals, extensions, terminations and new business for all technology vendors
• Lead contract negotiations with vendors (i.e. renegotiation's, extensions, terminations and new business)
• Educate business owners on the VMO role and process
• Provide input on VMO program, process and procedures
• Track and report on pending and completed work on a daily basis
• Participate in scheduled intake meetings with key stakeholders
• Adhere to legal guidelines 
• Analyze and identify additional agreements as needed
• Coordinates Legal, Risk, IT Finance and IT Security reviews
• Perform on-boarding of new vendor partners
• Create & Foster strong partnerships with internal Business Owner Partners
• Support Information Security governance
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Accounting or equivalent professional experience preferred
• Expert in evaluating a broad range of technology investments with advanced critical thinking and analytical skills providing our business partners with the greatest flexibility and solution options.
• Demonstrated expertise leading complex vendor negotiations.
• The ability to challenge customer input to facilitate stronger outcomes.
• Must exhibit efficiency, collaboration, candor, openness, and results orientation, be service oriented and team focused with a high degree of initiative and follow through.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills and demonstrable experience in preparing presentations to financial and business leaders, including senior management.
• Proficient knowledge and use of Excel, PowerPoint, Word, electronic signature software (Docusign) and Smartsheet. 
• Independent in work ethic and thought process, needing little direction / supervision.
• Positive attitude and strong team player with eagerness to learn and add value to the organization.
• Familiarity with Information Technology environment
• Demonstrated abilities to prioritize and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines with efficiency and accuracy
• Show tact, discretion, confidentiality and good judgement in handling sensitive and confidential matters and documentation
• Technology vendor experience
• Procurement experience
• Global company experience



Unison Systems Inc. is a full-service IT consulting firm that offers staffing, consulting, direct-hire recruiting and solutions delivery services. Core areas of service include: •Software Engineering •Data Management •Project/Program Management •Infrastructure & Support