Vendor Research Analyst

Requisition Name: Vendor Research Analyst
Location: Atlanta, GA

Hybrid Role - Have to be able to be onsite on Tuesday and pick other day to be onsite. Total days onsite: 2 per week required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate existing contracts with software and hardware suppliers to identify opportunities for savings.
• Analyze supplier performance and contract compliance to ensure conformance with Technology and Product strategy.
• Develop cost-saving strategies, including but not limited to consolidation, co-terming, and product replacement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand technology needs and align supplier contracts.
• Monitor market trends and supplier information to identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on findings and recommendations for executive-level stakeholders.
• Prepare reports on potential and existing vendors to assist our Software Review Board.
• Maintain accurate records of supplier contracts and metrics.
• Find data and contracts in our systems.
• Research and maintain vendor master.
• Identify and collect data for better executive reporting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in vendor management, contract analysis, or a similar role.
• Broad knowledge and experience with software development as well as both horizontal and vertical applications suppliers and products.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft O365.
• Experience with Oracle EBS, ServiceNow, and Zylo PowerBI is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.