IT Sourcing Manager

Job Title: VMO IT Sourcing Manager Location: Onsite - Warwick, RI Duration: 6 Months Hours per Week: 35 Hours Requirements · 3-5 years IT experience preferably 1-2 years in IT Vendor Management and/or IT Sourcing · Understanding IT products & services from a contract and vendor management perspective · Understanding commercial [pricing services] with contracting and negotiation aspect. Ability to determine contractual/financial exposure/ negotiate contracts. · Knowledge of contracting trends, licensing models · Deep market knowledge of IT vendor (Application Svcs, SaaS, Consulting) · Strong project and process management skills, with the ability to handle multiple vendors and · multiple contracts, as well as a wide range of tasks. · Knowledge of best practices for IT contract negotiation tactics and strategies. · Where applicable, understanding of government and industry regulations that will influence contracting approach and vendor behavior (for example, SOX, SECURITY). · Experience drafting IT Statement of Work/SLA, change order or amendment · Customer-focused approach to delivering contract management services to internal IT · Supplier agreements: knowledge of legal terminology related to supplier agreements · Proven negotiation and contracting skills · Project management skills · Ability to think strategically · Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced complex environment · Knowledge of Procurement Processes and Tools · Proficient in the use of MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint, Sharepoint · Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Education · Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree preferred. · 10+ years relevant professional experience; 7-8 years’ experience in Indirect Sourcing categories required (Project Application Development, SaaS, Maintenance Support) Preferred · Familiarity with Public Sector Purchasing and Procurement is a plus. · Familiarity with Tools such as Archer, a plus · Strong analytical skills · Strong IT background having managed vendor as Project Manager or IT Account Manager who has delivered services to client is a plus. Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour Work Location: In person

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