IT Vendor Manager

at  Matillion

Matillion is The Data Productivity Cloud.
We are on a mission to power the data productivity of our customers and the world, by helping teams get data business ready, faster. Our technology allows customers to load, transform, sync and orchestrate their data.
We are looking for passionate, high-integrity individuals to help us scale up our growing business. Together, we can make a dent in the universe bigger than ourselves.

ROLE PURPOSE

Working closely with IT & Security and Finance, you will lead the end-to-end procurement process for Matillion globally, with a primary focus on IT and software solutions. You will bring a commercially driven mindset, a solid IT procurement background, and proven experience as a procurement officer. A skilled and confident negotiator, you will have the ability to secure favorable terms with vendors at all levels, while driving cost optimization and supporting technological advancements. This role demands demonstrated expertise in working across diverse IT and business functions to develop and implement effective procurement policies and processes, enhance IT governance, and ensure optimal outcomes for the organization. Exceptional relationship management skills are essential, enabling you to engage, negotiate, and collaborate effectively with key stakeholders and IT suppliers to align procurement strategies with business and technology objectives.
We value in-person collaboration here at Matillion, therefore this role follows our hybrid work structure where employees work 2 days a week in the Manchester office.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Manage a comprehensive range of IT procurement projects with a sole focus on software, SaaS, and IT infrastructure.
• Coordinate, prepare, and oversee RFPs/competitive bids exclusively for IT solutions to optimize cost, functionality, and service quality.
• Lead direct negotiations with IT vendors, including pricing and contractual terms and conditions, to secure optimal agreements.
• Conduct thorough vendor due diligence and onboarding processes in collaboration with Finance, Legal, and IT/Security, implementing a robust vendor approval policy.
• Develop and enforce best-practice procurement and vendor management policies specifically tailored to IT software, SaaS, and infrastructure, aligning with organizational goals.
• Monitor vendor performance, ensuring strict adherence to SLAs and addressing performance issues proactively.
• Collaborate with the Accounts Payable team to maintain strong relationships with IT vendors and ensure the timely fulfillment of contractual commitments.
• Manage large, complex IT vendor agreements across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with global standards and requirements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through IT vendor rationalization, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making.
• Establish and maintain a centralized IT contracts register to track renewals and ensure uninterrupted services.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT vendor relationships and procurement processes while leveraging opportunities to enhance outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement in IT vendor management and procurement strategies through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Deliver exceptional service to internal teams by providing effective IT procurement solutions that meet their specific software, SaaS, and infrastructure requirements.