Senior IT Vendor Manager

Lead global strategy and management of IT technology suppliers, including hardware, software, SaaS, cloud, and managed services. Objectives: optimize vendor relationships, ensure contractual excellence, control costs, mitigate risks, and deliver measurable value.

• develop vendor strategies aligned with enterprise goals
• serve as primary relationship owner
• lead governance and performance reviews
• manage contract lifecycle activities (negotiations, renewals, amendments)
• oversee software and cloud compliance and utilization
• monitor supplier performance and risks

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• minimum 10 years in IT vendor management, with at least 7 years managing complex enterprise technology suppliers in private, public, or military sectors

• strategic sourcing
• contract management
• supplier governance
• cloud and SaaS optimization
• financial and risk management
• proficiency with enterprise tools (e.g., SAP, Service Now, Power BI)

• Master’s degree or MBA
• certifications (e.g., ITIL, Fin Ops, IAITAM)
• experience with multimillion-dollar portfolios
• knowledge of TM, Fin Ops, or cloud platforms

• focus on technology portfolio optimization
• vendor performance improvement
• global cross-functional leadership

On-site at Maplewood, MN, with up to 5% travel.