IT Vendor and Contract Coordinator

Summary
Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies?
Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we've been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina ... and much more. We are one of the nation's leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!
Description

Position Purpose:

Responsible for providing assistance in the acquisition, negotiation and renewal functions related to IT vendor contracts. Register vendors for IT contracts and manages databases for IT vendor contracts.

This position will be responsible for:

• Assisting the Chief Negotiations Office with coordination of key contracts and renewals
• Vendor onboarding

What You Will Do:

• Assists in the acquisition, negotiation, and renewal functions related to IT vendor contracts. Reviews, analyzes and creates hierarchy for IT vendor agreements. Maintains and updates various IT vendor databases in support of area workflow and department projects.
• Perform quality reviews of databases to ensure agreements are entered correctly. Works with staff to correct and advise of proper protocols.
• Trains and assists new employees with processes and procedures of the databases. Creates work instructions, procedures and standards for databases.
• Request vendor registrations from new and established vendors and assists IT Payables with finalizing the required documentation.
• Creates, reviews, maintains, and completes various reports for management.

To Qualify For This Position, You Will Need:

Required Education:

• Bachelor's
• Or an additional 4 years job related work experience
• Or Associate's and an additional 2 years job related work experience

Required Work Experience:

• 4 years project coordination or other related work experience.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent organizational skills and quality research skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills to work with and assist others.
• Ability to acquire in-depth knowledge of department functions, procedures and workflow.
• Analytical or critical thinking skills. Good judgment skills.
• Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
• Ability to work in a team environment and prioritize work effectively.
• Ability to assist in the preparation, documentation, and presentation of recommendations to management.

Required Software and Other Tools:

Microsoft Office.

We Prefer That You Have:

• Vendor Management experience
• Experience communicating with executive level management
• Service Now Experience
• 4 years-project coordination or other related work experience including 2 years of paralegal, legal assistant or contracts experience.

Work Environment: Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have access and opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid annual leave - the longer you work here, the more you earn

Nine paid holidays

On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount

Tuition assistance

Service recognition

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email or call , ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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