Senior Manager, Technology Vendor Management

Ahold Delhaize USA; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 139,120 - 208,680; Full time

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize USA is seeking a professional to lead critical workstreams in Technology Procurement and Licensing. This role includes managing vendor performance and financial operations, requiring strong leadership and financial acumen.

Applicants should have over 10 years of experience in technology or procurement and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The position offers a hybrid work schedule with three days in-office and two remote.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in technology, procurement, or vendor management.
• 3+ years of experience leading or mentoring team members.
• Strong financial acumen with a focus on budgeting and cost optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team for vendor management within budget and on time.
• Manage vendor spend and financial processes for optimization.
• Drive continuous improvement across procurement and vendor performance.

Skills

Procurement management

Vendor management

Team leadership

Financial acumen

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Technology

Job description

Category/Area of Expertise: IT & Technology

Job Requisition: 500596

Address: USA-NC-Salisbury-2110 Executive Drive

Store Code: Office of CIO - Vmo & Planning (5145410)

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands - Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Our associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

Primary Purpose

Lead critical workstreams within Technology Procurement & Licensing, including sourcing execution, contract lifecycle management, vendor performance, financial operations, and software asset management. Partner closely with Legal, Strategic Sourcing, Finance, and Technology teams to deliver cost optimization, operational efficiency, and risk reduction across the technology portfolio.

Our flexible/hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. Our core office location for this role is Salisbury, NC. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team responsible for delivering procurement and vendor management activities on time and within budget
• Translate organizational and technology priorities into clear team strategies and execution plans
• Manage vendor spend, budgets, and financial processes, ensuring alignment with forecast and cost optimization goals
• Drive continuous improvement across sourcing, contract management, vendor performance, and asset management processes
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, including security, legal, and financial requirements in all vendor engagements
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to shape sourcing strategies, renewal planning, contract timelines, and vendor performance expectations
• Lead and support sourcing events (RFP/RFI/RFQ), including supplier evaluation, commercial analysis, and negotiation planning
• Oversee key components of the contract lifecycle, including intake, review, routing, renewals, and documentation management
• Manage purchase order creation, invoice processing, and issue resolution in partnership with Finance
• Maintain vendor performance scorecards, dashboards, and reporting to drive accountability and continuous improvement
• Support IT Asset and Software Asset Management (ITAM/SAM), including compliance, optimization, and audit readiness
• Hire, coach, and develop team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous growth

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in technology, procurement, vendor management, or related functions with strong delivery results
• 3+ years of experience leading, mentoring, or influencing team members
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing budgets, vendor spend, and cost optimization initiatives
• Effective communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills across technical and business audiences
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives and drive measurable outcomes
• Proven leadership capability, including coaching, team development, and performance management
• Ability to translate business needs into sourcing strategies, vendor models, and financial decisions

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field
• Certifications in procurement, contract management, vendor management, or project management
• Experience supporting enterprise-scale technology or digital transformation programs
• Experience operating in large, complex organizations (retail or similarly scaled environments preferred)

NC Salary Range: $139,120 - $208,680

Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.