Vendor Management Analyst

St Claire; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UK St. Claire is seeking a Vendor Management Analyst in Lexington, KY, with hybrid eligibility.

The role supports IT vendor management across procurement and contract lifecycles, collaborating with IT, procurement, finance, and vendors to track agreements and ensure timely delivery of services. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years in vendor management or procurement, with experience in contract review, performance monitoring, and reporting to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 2+ years of vendor management or procurement experience.
• Experience with contract administration and procurement processes.
• Ability to monitor SLAs and KPIs and report on vendor performance.

Responsibilities

• Supports RFIs, RFPs, purchase requests, and renewals per procurement policy.
• Monitors vendor performance against SLAs and KPIs; escalates issues as needed.
• Assists in reviewing contracts, amendments, and renewals to ensure terms are tracked.
• Maintains vendor records, contracts, and procurement documentation in contract management systems.
• Tracks purchase orders and resolves invoice or payment discrepancies.
• Prepares standard reports on vendor performance and procurement activity.

Skills

Vendor management

RFIs

RFPs

Contract administration

Procurement

SLA monitoring

KPI tracking

Data reporting

Vendor records

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Contract management systems

Job description

## Vendor Management AnalystApplyremote type: Hybrid eligible, with approvallocations: James F. Hardymon Communications Bldgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-000002584At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.**Job Description**:## Job SummaryResponsible for supporting IT vendor management activities across the procurement and contract lifecycle. Applies working knowledge of vendor performance monitoring, contract administration, and procurement processes to ensure compliance with policies and timely delivery of products and services. Collaborates with IT, procurement, finance, and vendor partners to track agreements, resolve issues, and maintain accurate records. Contributes to process improvements, relationship management, and reporting to support efficient and cost-effective vendor operations. ## Essential Functions• Supports the preparation and processing of RFIs, RFPs, purchase requests, and renewals in accordance with procurement policies.• Monitors vendor performance against service-level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs); escalates issues as needed.• Assists in reviewing contracts, amendments, and renewals to ensure terms and obligations are tracked and documented.• Maintains vendor records, contracts, and procurement documentation in contract management systems.• Tracks purchase order status, delivery of goods and services, and resolution of invoice or payment discrepancies.• Prepares standard reports on vendor performance, contract milestones, and procurement activity for management review.• Generates standard vendor performance reports and contributes data for executive dashboards and reviews.• Collaborates with IT stakeholders and vendors to clarify requirements, resolve routine issues, and ensure service delivery.• Responds to customer and stakeholder requests related to vendor contracts, procurement, or performance, escalating contract disputes, compliance concerns, or high-impact vendor issues to senior staff or Vendor Management Office leadership.• Contributes to process improvements in vendor management, procurement workflows, and reporting practices.• Performs other duties as assigned. Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree Experience Requirement: 2+ years of experience An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. Certifications & Licensures: N/A ## Working ConditionsA. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. NeverC. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 1. NeverE. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 1. NeverG. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. NeverI. Working in confined spaces: 1. NeverJ. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 1. NeverK. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)L. Loud noises: 1. NeverM. Temperature extremes: 1. NeverN. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. NeverO. Radiation: 1. NeverP. Burns: 1. NeverQ. Cuts/Punctures: 1. NeverR. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 1. NeverS. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. NeverT. Combative/violent people: 1. NeverU. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. NeverV. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A ## Physical DemandsThis position requires regular sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with intermittent repetitive motion (such as typing); and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds, as well as lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. IT**Department**:Administration**Shift**:Days (United States of America)**Time Type:**Full time**Address**:301 Rose Street**City, State**:Lexington, Kentucky