IT Vendor Relationship Manager manages the organization's strategic technology vendor management program to meet company needs and comply with required quality standards. Assists with selecting the company's product and service providers and tracks the procurement of IT products and services to monitor and maintain operational costs and budgets. Being an IT Vendor Relationship Manager leads request for proposals (RFP) process to vet the reputation and quality of vendor products. Negotiates service level agreements to ensure performance/quality metrics, responsibilities, expectations, and penalties are clearly defined. Additionally, IT Vendor Relationship Manager works closely with internal teams to monitor, maintain, and improve existing vendor relationships. Conducts regular business reviews to ensure compliance with company expectations, review issues, and develop solutions. May require experience with software licensing and hardware procurement. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The IT Vendor Relationship Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be an IT Vendor Relationship Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
From goods and services to contract employees, SAIF relies heavily on external partnerships to ensure we have the right tools to do our work.
We are seeking a new manager to lead our procurement team and design, implement, and oversee the vendor management program at SAIF. In this role, you will blueprint the way SAIF works with vendors and buys products. You’ll guide a team of procurement coordinators and establish an inclusive, collaborative, and empowering environment. You’ll coach procurement coordinators in the RFP process, oversee the drafting and analysis of contracts, and manage the purchase order process.
Additionally, you will collaborate with internal partners to deploy a vendor management program. To be successful, you’ll need experience in leadership, skills in strategy and communication, and a strong understanding of client-vendor relationships.
If you’d like to help advance the vendor and procurement programs at SAIF and ensure that the organization is equipped with the products and partners to accomplish our mission, apply today.
Note: Flexible workers may be required to travel to SAIF’s offices in Salem on occasion.
The following qualifications are recommended:
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $116,165.00 - $136,665.00 per year
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Work Location: Hybrid remote in Salem, OR 97312