
IT Manager – Vendor Management
3M
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Maplewood • Minnesota • Texas • United States
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Salary
💰 $212,947 - $260,268 per year
Tech Stack
About the role
- Oversee all aspects of vendor relationships for IT professional services
- Assist corporate procurement in the negotiation of contracts, SLAs, and KPIs with IT service providers
- Monitor vendor performance, manage escalations, and drive continuous improvement in service delivery
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies that reduce costs while increasing value
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support the IT Labor Strategy
- Facilitate communication between vendors, IT teams, and other stakeholders
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in IT, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management
- Seven (7) years of experience in IT vendor management, with at least 3 years focused on IT professional services
- Proven track record in managing large, complex IT service contracts
- MBA degree in IT, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management
- Certification in Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Outsourcing Professional (COP), or similar
- Strong negotiation, contract management, and relationship management skills
- Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, or similar tools used in vendor management
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Health Savings Accounts
- Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits
- Paid Absences
- Retirement Benefits
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
vendor managementcontract managementnegotiationsourcing strategiesservice deliveryperformance monitoringcost reductionIT service contractsanalytical skillsstrategic thinking
Soft Skills
relationship managementcommunication skillspresentation skillsproblem-solvingcollaboration
Certifications
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)Certified Outsourcing Professional (COP)