Manager, Vendor Relationship - 5174

Description:ResponsibilitiesManages relationships with third party Information Technology vendors.Manages Vendor Management associates. Develops contract service arrangements from initial negotiations and contract approval, service level and performance standard setting, lead list coordination, performance monitoring, frequent operational reviews, and overall contract compliance.Ensures adherence to guidelines, policies, procedures and standards for vendor selection and service quality expectations. Identifies opportunities for improving the efficiency.Conducts frequent in-depth operational reviews and understands metrics and measurements; identifies and implements areas of improvement.of sales and service centers.Review and manage all master service agreements (MSA), contracts and statements of work (SOW) to ensure that the terms and conditions represent ITS standards and adequately protect our interest.Management of annual maintenance and support renewal process for hardware and software contracts.Manage license agreements and ensure that ITS is in compliance with vendor contract terms.Participate in internal committees and task forces to ensure that ITSs input is integrated into major corporate decisions and initiatives.Support of the Vendor Relationship Management annual budgeting processAbout the OpportunityThis position is responsible for managing third party vendor relationships associated with Information Technology services and solutions. Evaluates performance of each vendor used through the development of key vendor performance indicators, reporting on vendor performance and costs, and recommending tactics for improvement in vendor utilization. Plans, organizes and implements regularly scheduled planning meetings with key business stakeholders and vendors to ensure alignment of goals and expectationsQualifications:Bachelor's degree in business, information technology or related field.5 years of experience in general contract and vendor management activitiesDemonstrated management experience Strong management, quantitative analysis, organizational, negotiation and communication skillsAbility to be both detail / operationally oriented and comprehend broader tactical and strategic initiativesExperience collaborating with others in management roles to deliver shared results. Ability to achieve results without necessarily having a reporting relationshipAbility to communicate effectively with senior leadershipA motivated self-starter with proven ability to work independently Ability to read, interpret and analyze contracts, MSAs, SOWs.Ability to read, interpret, and analyze invoices and financial statements.Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as costs, benefits / savings, financial budgets, financial allocations, SLA metrics.Experience with desktop support or providing purchasing and vendor management support for desktop hardware and software a plusExperience managing a Microsoft enterprise software agreement a plusCPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) a plus.Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceJob Location: Dallas, TXJob Number: 2867Company Profile:About UsAlliance Data (NYSE: ADS) is a leading provider of marketing, loyalty and transaction services, managing over 120 million consumer relationships for some of North America's most recognizable companies. Using transaction-rich data, Alliance Data creates and manages customized solutions that change consumer behavior and that enable its clients to create and enhance customer loyalty to build stronger, mutually beneficial relationships with their customers. Headquartered in Dallas, Alliance Data employs over 9,000 associates at more than 60 locations worldwide. Alliance Data's brands include AIR MILES, North America's premier coalition loyalty program, and Epsilon, a leading provider of multi-channel, data-driven technologies and marketing services. For more information about the company, visit its web site, www.AllianceData.com JOB TITLE: Manager, Vendor Relationship - 5174 LOCATION: US-TX-Dallas JOB CATEGORY: IT/Software Development REFERENCE CODE: 2867