IT Vendor Manager
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Posted 10 months ago
Responsibilities
IT Vendor Manager
We are seeking a skilled IT Vendor Manager to support a major state-level IT organization. This role is responsible for managing IT vendor relationships, overseeing contract compliance, and driving vendor performance in alignment with IT standards, policies, and strategic goals. The hiring organization provides secure, cost-effective, and innovative technology solutions and manages IT assets, projects, and resources across multiple statewide operations. This position plays a key role in ensuring strong vendor partnerships that support critical IT services.
Required Skills & Experience
* 3+ years managing vendor relationships for software, hardware, cloud services, and IT consulting.
* 3+ years tracking SLAs, KPIs, risk metrics, and implementing corrective actions.
* Strong knowledge of IT procurement standards including cybersecurity, data privacy, and accessibility.
* Ability to develop and maintain a strategic vendor portfolio aligned with an IT roadmap.
* Experience conducting market research to identify emerging technologies and qualified vendors.
* Proven ability to benchmark vendor pricing and service levels against industry standards.