Vendor Contracts Administrator - IT VMO

IEHP

Rancho Cucamonga (CA)

On-site

USD 91,249 - 120,910

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Wellness programs

Career advancement opportunities

CalPERS retirement

Job summary

IEHP in Rancho Cucamonga seeks a Vendor Contract Administrator to oversee the entire contract lifecycle. This role requires a minimum of four years’ relevant experience in IT contracts and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. You will negotiate vendor agreements and ensure compliance with performance incentives.

We offer competitive salaries, medical insurance, wellness programs, and various opportunities for professional development. Join us in making a meaningful impact!

Qualifications

Minimum four (4) years of relevant experience in managing contract lifecycles.
Experience managing large, complex IT contracts.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

Manage the contract life cycle, including vendor selection and negotiation.
Resolve contract-related problems and mitigate delays.
Enforce contract terms and manage stakeholder requirements.

Skills

Vendor management practices

Contract negotiation techniques

Communication skills

Project management skills

Analytical problem-solving

ITIL experience

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Certified Professional Contract Manager™

Certified Public Procurement Officer

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

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Overview

The Vendor Contract Administrator (VCA) – IT VMO is responsible for managing the contract life cycle, including selecting vendors, negotiating and developing contracts, managing changes and modifications, and enforcing performance clauses and incentives. The VCA is the key contact and subject‑matter expert for all contract‑related activities.

Responsibilities

Participate in the selection of vendors and drive contract development and negotiation.
Manage contract execution, resolve problems, mitigate delays, assist with audits, mediate disputes, and elevate issues as required.
Ensure all contract terms and conditions meet stakeholder requirements and enforce performance incentives and remedies.
Commit to IEHP’s Quality Program goals, including HEDIS, CAHPS, and NCQA Accreditation.

Education & Requirements

Minimum four (4) years of relevant experience in negotiating and managing contract lifecycles, with an emphasis on technology or IT service agreements.
Experience managing large, complex contracts in IT categories such as hardware, software, service, and communication.
Experience working with key departments: security, compliance, finance, tax, accounts payable, legal, and procurement.
ITIL experience desired.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Psychology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or Finance from an accredited institution.
Alternative: in lieu of a bachelor’s degree, a minimum of four (4) years of additional relevant work experience, plus the minimum years listed above.
Four (4) additional years in a Purchasing Department or Equivalent Agency focused on contract negotiation, development of standards and procedures, and large‑value agreements with a technology or IT service emphasis.
Preferred certifications: Certified Professional Contract Manager™, Certified Public Procurement Officer, NIGP Specialization Certificate: Technology Procurement, NIGP Certified Procurement Professional.

Key Qualifications

Must have a valid California driver’s license.
Thorough knowledge of procurement and vendor management practices, contractual exposure assessment, and contract negotiation techniques.
Strong customer‑focused approach to delivering contract management services to internal customers.
Excellent relationship and interpersonal skills to work with vendors across the contract life cycle.
Strong communication, project, and process management skills; ability to handle multiple vendors and contracts simultaneously.
Proven ability to bridge communications between IT and business, protect enterprise interests, mitigate risks, manage disputes, and drive vendor performance improvements.
Analytical problem‑solving approach with agility and results orientation.
Proficiency in using technology and tools to manage the contract life cycle.
Ability to analyze and evaluate changes to drive continuous improvement in contract management processes.
Experience communicating with IT users, legal and procurement staff, and business leaders to align contracts with complex needs.

Benefits