IT Vendor Manager

Vastbouw; Watford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the technology sector seeks an experienced IT Vendor Manager to optimize and manage relationships with key IT vendors. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in contract negotiations and ensuring high-quality service delivery, with ample opportunities for career development in a thriving environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Industry leading benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in IT Vendor Management or Procurement.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Proven track record in building vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with key IT vendors.
• Develop a robust vendor contract management framework.
• Conduct regular vendor performance reviews and drive improvement.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor Management

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Contract Management Software

Job description

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Ricoh Europe is looking for an experienced IT Vendor Manager to join our IT Vendor & Cost Management team. Reporting directly to the Head of IT Vendor & Cost Management, this key role is responsible for optimising and managing relationships with Ricoh's key IT vendors. The IT Vendor Manager will ensure high-quality service delivery, support contract negotiations, and lead continuous improvement within Ricoh’s vendor ecosystem.

If you are passionate about vendor management, contract negotiation, and driving vendor performance improvement in a technology-driven environment, this role could be your next career move.

What you will be doing

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key IT vendors (e.g., Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, Adobe, ServiceNow).
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all vendor-related matters, proactively addressing challenges and mitigating risks.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as IT, business units, procurement, and legal departments to align vendor relationships with business priorities.

Contract Negotiation and Management:

• Develop and implement a robust vendor contract management framework, ensuring all contracts are properly documented and managed.
• Collaborate with the procurement department on contract negotiations, ensuring business requirements are met.
• Monitor existing vendor contracts for compliance and explore opportunities for renegotiation or amendments.
• Conduct regular vendor performance reviews, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Implement strategies to drive continuous improvement and optimise vendor costs while maximising ROI.
• Identify opportunities for vendor consolidation and service rationalisation.

Vendor Innovation and Evaluation:

• Research emerging technologies and vendors to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Stay informed on industry trends and best practices in vendor management.
• Advocate for the adoption of new technologies and vendor solutions that enhance business agility and efficiency.

You will ideally have

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business Administration, or related field is desirable for this role.
• Extensive experience in IT Vendor Management or Procurement, particularly within a Digital Services company or fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
• Proven track record in building and maintaining relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• In-depth understanding of IT service delivery models such as cloud computing, SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.
• Experience with contract management software (e.g., Ariba, Coupa) is a plus.
• Experience managing contracts related to cloud services, software licenses, and digital marketing platforms.
• Industry certifications (e.g., ITIL, Six Sigma) are a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft/Oracle/ServiceNow.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team.
• A strong understanding of IT procurement processes and best practices.

In Return For Your Commitment, You Can Expect

• A competitive salary package
• Industry leading benefits
  
  Ricoh is an exceptional place to work. A place where there is strong emphasis on career development for the right individuals. This is a role where you can excel within a fast-paced environment and succeed within a thriving organisation.
  
  This is an excellent opportunity to join a global company where you can truly capitalise and build on your own experience.
  
  Ready to make that change? Apply now for a confidential conversation with our Recruitment Team.

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