IT Vendor Program Manager / IT Sourcing Manager

Job Title: Technology Vendor Program Manager
Location: Oakland, CA (Hybrid 1-3 days per week OGO)
Duration: February 16, 2026 February 15, 2027
Pay Rate: $75/hr. W2

*SAMPLE WORKS ARE REQUIRED WHEN SUBMITTING

CANDIDATES- HM would like to see samples of the candidate s work. If they do not have samples then they can create their own examples in PowerPoint. The role is very PowerPoint heavy.

Key skills

• Passion and Experience managing the business of Technology, PowerPoint skills, vendor mgmt, project mgmt, leadership reporting, and financials.

Position Summary:

• The Technology Vendor Manager serves as a strategic partner and trusted advisor in managing the organization s technology vendor ecosystem.
• This role bridges business strategy, IT leadership, and vendor relationships to ensure technology investments deliver maximum value, are cost-optimized, and align with long-term capital and operating plans.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field (Master s degree preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive experience in IT vendor management, sourcing, or technology strategy.
• Skilled in project management, time management, and reporting to executives.
• Vendor Management: Expertise in managing and optimizing relationships with Tier-1 suppliers
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop supplier strategies that align with objectives and enhance supplier relations
• Project Management: Proficiency in managing large scale projects, including implementation of new technologies and process improvements
• Negotiation: Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and manage supplier contract costs effectively
• Leadership: Proven ability to provide guidance and leadership to peers and teams, fostering best practices in vendor management
• Leadership: Proven history leading teams to meet or exceed operational targets in vendor management
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on assigned tasks while contributing to broader team goals
• Strong understanding of IT contracts, vendor governance, and technology lifecycle management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex vendor relationships and restructuring contractual relationships to enhance value
• Proven success in partnering with cross-functional teams to align vendor solutions with business and technology strategy.
• Strong experience in business case development and financial acumen with experience in cost optimization and contract strategy.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence executives and collaborate effectively with technical teams and individual contributors.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure, applications, cloud services, and emerging technologies is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master s degree in Business, Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supplier Management (CPSM), Certified Technology Procurement Professional (CTPP), or ITIL certification.
• Experience managing vendors within large, complex enterprises and multi-year investment planning cycles.
• Experience with ERP, vendor management or procurement tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa, ServiceNow, GEP).
• Knowledge of regulatory, compliance, and risk management considerations in IT vendor contracts.
• Strong track record of driving innovation and value creation through vendor partnerships.