Lead IT Contracts & Vendor Management Analyst

Our F100 client located near Cleveland, OH is looking for a detail-oriented and energetic IT Contracts and Vendor Management Analyst for a REMOTE, 9-month contract-to-hire position.



They are searching for someone to help with their backlog of IT procurement and RFP work - they're looking for a versatile resource who is comfortable working with a variety of IT vendors and business executives in order to understand technology roadmaps and comply with inventory control processes. This role requires good experience and understanding of the full IT procurement process, but more specifically the ability to initiate and lead multiple RFPs at once. Please note, while this is a fully remote position, candidates must be able to generally follow an EST schedule.



Day-to-day responsibilities:

-Building the RFP Scorecard

-Develops and maintains relationships with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., vendors, business and platforms)

-Manages and monitors vendor performance per contract agreements

-Assists in the development of SLAs and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for inclusion in contract negotiations.

-Assists with continuous improvement activities in vendor performance against appropriate SLAs and KPIs.

-Participates in meetings between vendors and Company stakeholders (e.g., gathering requirements, identifying solutions, vendor performance)

-Functions as the point of contact for contract and vendor service issues from business partners and assigned vendors



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Essential Skills:


- Ability to manage and maintain vendor relationships

- Skilled at negotiation

- Time management

- Sourcing experience with Technology

- Procurement project management skills

- Listening, Verbal and written communication

- Ability to adapt to new situations and learn quickly

- Ability to research and maintain awareness of emerging technology terms and concepts

- Contract negotiations, monitoring and management skills


Plusses:


- Coupa experience



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Job ID 5054DI-5359

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