Experience:

• Procurement: 3 years (Preferred)
• SaaS: 3 years (Preferred)
• Cloud computing: 3 years (Preferred)
• Vendor management: 3 years (Preferred

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable for the execution of processes and procedures encompassing the vendor lifecycle and framework, such as contract development, negotiation, execution, and post-signature management
• Partner with and provide consultation to business partners and functional area leadership, identifying vendor management opportunities and initiatives supporting the balance of risk and maximization of the supplier value proposition
• Strategic Sourcing – Support the overarching technology spend category strategies and sourcing engagement strategies; oversee key strategic vendor sourcing initiatives; execute RFx activities and negotiate technology agreements (EULAs, SaaS, Cloud computing, etc.)
• Contract Lifecycle Management – Direct the overall evaluation, selection, transition, and monitoring of contractual agreements
• Vendor Risk Management – Manage the process to ensure that proper level of due diligence is performed in preventing and mitigating/managing risk by engaging appropriate stakeholders; partner with client areas to develop tactics and strategies for vendor risk mitigation
• Relationship Management – Direct the process of measuring and monitoring vendor performance, ensuring effective vendor relationships; partner with client areas to develop performance improvement plans, resolve vendor issues, develop contingency plans, and/or initiate disengagement, when appropriate
• Develop negotiation strategies using cost/benefit analysis, should-cost modeling, market research, etc.; lead negotiation efforts on new deals with cross-functional teams to achieve optimum results (i.e., costs, quality, terms)
• Manage, minimize, and mitigate supply/contractual/regulatory risk using key functions where appropriate (Legal, Compliance, Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, Audit, etc.)
• Build strong working relationships with various cross-functional groups across the enterprise, monitor partner satisfaction, and establish partner relationships to create synergies across accounts

BRING YOUR BEST! WHAT THIS ROLE NEEDS:

• Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in Business, Accounting/Finance, MIS, Engineering, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• 2–5 years of relevant category management, strategic sourcing, and vendor management experience
• Operational and/or procurement experience in technology (Software, SaaS, Cloud computing, etc.) is preferred
• Proven ability to arrive at unique solutions to complex issues
• Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and effectively advise on strategic issues to senior and department management for potential actions and results
• Proven ability to cultivate and manage relationships with key internal personnel at various levels of the organization, external clients, and vendors; ability to build strong external networks with individuals in the industry and/or professional organizations
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Located within the greater Milwaukee metro area (preferred)
  Job Type: Contract
  Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Experience:

• Procurement: 3 years (Preferred)
• SaaS: 3 years (Preferred)
• Cloud computing: 3 years (Preferred)
• Vendor management: 3 years (Preferred)

Location:

• Milwaukee, WI 53202 (Required)

Work Location: In perso