Senior Director, Vendor Management

Surgery Partners, Inc

Senior Director of Vendor Management overseeing enterprise-wide vendor management strategies. Leading procurement processes and vendor performance evaluations in an IT-focused corporate setting.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeNashville • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and lead the enterprise-wide vendor management strategy, including vendor selection, onboarding, performance evaluation, and offboarding.
Oversee IT procurement processes, ensuring alignment with budgetary goals, compliance standards, and strategic sourcing principles.
Manage the full lifecycle of contracts, including negotiation, execution, renewal, and termination, in collaboration with legal and finance teams.
Establish and maintain vendor governance frameworks, including SLAs, KPIs, and risk assessments.
Collaborate with leadership and business stakeholders to forecast procurement needs and align vendor capabilities with technology roadmaps.
Monitor vendor financial health, operational performance, and compliance with contractual terms.
Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve procurement efficiency, cost savings, and vendor accountability.
Provide executive-level reporting on vendor performance, procurement metrics, and contract status.
Mentor and manage a team of procurement and vendor management professionals.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, or related field; MBA or equivalent preferred.
10+ years of experience in procurement, vendor management, or contract administration, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Proven experience in developing and executing vendor governance frameworks and procurement strategies.
Strong understanding of products, services, licensing models, and market dynamics.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Proficiency in contract management systems and procurement platforms.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives.
Strong analytical and financial acumen with experience managing budgets and vendor spend.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
Life Insurance
PTO
401(k) retirement plan with a company match
And more!

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Hard Skills & Tools

vendor managementprocurementcontract administrationnegotiationvendor governance frameworksprocurement strategiesbudget managementfinancial acumenperformance evaluationrisk assessments

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstakeholder managementanalytical skillsmentoringcollaborationstrategic thinkingcross-functional team leadershipreportingcost savings

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeMBA