Strategic Vendor Manager – Tech, Risk & Cost

Texas Capital Bank; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Capital Bank seeks an experienced IT Vendor Relationship Manager to lead vendor governance, performance reviews and strategic sourcing across the bank's technology platforms.

You will partner with technology, legal, finance, and operations to optimize contracts, ensure compliance, and drive cost savings while maintaining strong client-focused relationships.

This is a senior role requiring 10+ years in vendor management within banking or financial services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain, or related field required.
• Banking or financial services industry experience preferred.
• 10+ years IT vendor and relationship management experience, strategic sourcing and technology operations.
• CPSM or Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Vendor lifecycle management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with business units to manage third-parties and performance.
• Analyze vendor performance metrics, platform reliability, and contractual compliance.
• Assist in negotiation of vendor contracts including licensing, pricing, SLAs; ensure terms align with policies and security standards.
• Monitor third-party technology and risk; implement remediation for compliance gaps or performance issues.
• Serve as a customer-focused contact to address vendor-related issues and disputes; maintain positive relationships while protecting firm interests.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives across the vendor portfolio and stay aware of fintech solutions.
• Partner with technology, legal, finance, and operations to support digital transformation and regulatory compliance.
• Apply analytical skills to evaluate vendor data and market trends; develop sourcing strategies.
• Identify and resolve complex vendor challenges with data-driven recommendations.

Skills

Cost optimization

Data-driven

Vendor risk management

Stakeholder relationships

Communication skills

Mentor/leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Texas Capital Bank seeks an experienced IT Vendor Relationship Manager to lead vendor governance, performance reviews and strategic sourcing across the bank's technology platforms.

You will partner with technology, legal, finance, and operations to optimize contracts, ensure compliance, and drive cost savings while maintaining strong client-focused relationships.

This is a senior role requiring 10+ years in vendor management within banking or financial services.