What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager - IT Vendor Manager - Only Locals to OH position at EpathUSA?
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REQUIREMENT
Position: Project Manager - IT Vendor Manager
Location: 200 East Grand Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa - 50309
Work type: Hybrid - 2 days on Site
Duration: 6 Months
Mode of Interview: Virtual
Type: Contract
Industry: Government & Public Sector
USC
W2/C2C
Local candidates only - must be able to report onsite on Wednesdays.
Interviews will be held on December 15th and 16th.
NOTE: While replying please fill the below skills matrix Candidate Experience column. To make it easy for shortlisting resumes.
REQUIRED EXPERTISE:
- 3 Years of experience in Manage vendor relationships for software, hardware, cloud services, and IT consulting engagements.
- 3 Years of experience in Experience tracking SLAs, KPIs, and risk metrics; initiating corrective actions for underperformance.
- 3 Years of experience in Knowledge of IT procurement standards, including cybersecurity, data privacy, and accessibility.
- 3 Years of experience in Ability to develop and maintain a strategic vendor portfolio aligned with the agency s IT roadmap
- 3 Years of experience in Conduct market research to identify emerging technologies and qualified vendors.
- 3 Years of experience in Benchmark vendor pricing and service levels against industry standards to ensure value for money.
- Seeking an IT Vendor Manager who will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with key IT vendors and service providers. Additionally
- Serve as the escalation point for vendor-related issues and disputes.
- Facilitate regular vendor performance and business reviewS
- Oversee negotiation, execution, and renewal of IT Statements of Work (SOWs).
- Ensure alignment with legal, financial, and operational standards.
- Monitor compliance with SLAs, KPIs, and contractual obligations.
- Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to ensure enforceable and favorable contract terms.
- Track vendor spend and ensure alignment with IT budgets and forecasts.
- Identify and manage vendor-related risks, including cybersecurity, data privacy, and operational continuity.
- Support audits and compliance initiatives related to vendor engagements.
- Log and track vendor-related issues, escalations, and change requests.
- Coordinate resolution of service disruptions or contract disputes.
- Document change control approvals for IT services or infrastructure
- Schedule and document vendor meetings, demos, and onboarding sessions.
- Communicate vendor updates, risks, and contract changes to stakeholders.
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Salary : $50 - $60