IT Contract and Vendor Management Lead

Clayton; Tennessee; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Tech Vendor and Contracts Lead to oversee a team dedicated to managing vendor relationships and contract negotiations. In this pivotal role, you will drive strategic programs related to third-party risk management while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with industry standards. Your leadership will be vital in influencing and motivating teams to enhance processes, including automation initiatives. If you are passionate about optimizing vendor management and contract strategies, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing vendor relationships and contracts.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the contract renewal and vendor management lifecycle.
• Collaborate with teams to understand contract requirements and risks.

Skills

Contract Management

Vendor Management

Risk Management

Negotiation Strategies

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

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As the Tech Vendor and Contracts Lead, you will manage a team of contract and vendor management analysts responsible for the contract renewal and vendor management life cycle activities for all technology goods and services acquired. This role is critical in managing various long and short-term activities and strategic programs related to third party risk management (TPRM).

You will work with business and technology team members and suppliers to understand contract requirements, supplier risk, and negotiation strategies for various projects. You will manage contract and vendor management processes from start to finish and act as an adviser to provide optimal solutions. You will develop teams, influence, and motivate managers and peers to improve processes, including automation. Key responsibilities include driving vendor management relationships, reviewing contract language standards, and collaborating with Legal, Security, and leadership to stay ahead of regulatory and industry trends.