Strategic IT Vendor Manager - Hybrid

SCC; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career development

Job summary

SCC is seeking a Vendor Manager in London to lead strategic vendor relationships, drive growth, and ensure alignment with SCC's goals. The role combines stakeholder management, go-to-market activities, and governance across certifications.

You will work in a hybrid setup with a mix of office and home working, contributing to SCC's European-scale IT transformation and customer excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing vendor relationships within the IT sector.
• Ability to assess vendor performance and align with SCC goals.
• Experience with certifications and compliance for vendors.

Responsibilities

• Vendor Relationship Management: Manage relationships with different vendors, serving as the primary point of contact for vendor-related issues and opportunities.
• Go to Market & Revenue Generating Activities: Collaborate on growth plans with vendors and identify and nurture opportunities for Incubate vendors.
• Certification and Compliance: Ensure the highest level of certifications and specialisations for vendors.
• Strategic Initiatives: Drive and support marketplace partnerships and own the services partners ecosystem.
• Financial Management: Secure development funds and resources (GP).
• Proactive Engagement: Engage with vendor partners to develop their business with SCC.
• Distribution Relationship Management: Manage relationships with aligned distribution partners to maximise incentives, manage cost optimisation and drive value across the distributors resources, market intelligence and data.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Industry knowledge

Data protection

Cyber resilience

Job description

SCC is seeking a Vendor Manager in London to lead strategic vendor relationships, drive growth, and ensure alignment with SCC's goals. The role combines stakeholder management, go-to-market activities, and governance across certifications.

You will work in a hybrid setup with a mix of office and home working, contributing to SCC's European-scale IT transformation and customer excellence.