Project Manager - IT Vendor Manager - Only Locals to OH

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.