| IT Vendor Relationship Manager |
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| Also referred to as: IT Relationship Manager, IT Vendor Relationship Manager |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities |
| 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. |
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| Similar Jobs: IT Vendor Relationship Senior Manager, IT Vendor Management Analyst IV, IT Vendor Management Analyst I, IT Vendor Management Analyst II, IT Vendor Management Analyst III, Top IT Vendor Relationship Executive, IT Project Manager IV, IT Project Manager V, IT Project Management and Delivery Manager |
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| Level of Education: IT Vendor Relationship Manager Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, IT Vendor Relationship Manager Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, IT Vendor Relationship Manager Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation | |
