Senior Technology Vendor Manager

STAND 8 provides end to end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and with offices in Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, Atlanta, and more including internationally in Mexico and India

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technology Vendor Manager to lead the operational and strategic management of our technology vendor ecosystem. This role is pivotal in driving value, accountability, and innovation across a portfolio of infrastructure, software, cloud services, and emerging tech vendors.

You will partner closely with Technology, Finance, Legal, Risk, and Procurement teams to ensure vendor performance aligns with corporate goals, while delivering cost optimization, strong governance, and risk mitigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Vendor Strategy & Governance


• Own and enhance the vendor governance framework across the tech organization.


• Lead QBRs and strategic vendor reviews to ensure performance, value, and innovation.


• Establish and track KPIs, SLAs, and metrics for ongoing vendor evaluation.

Contract Management & Negotiation

• Oversee the end-to-end contract lifecycle (drafting, reviewing, redlining, execution, renewal).


• Drive negotiations to secure favorable commercial terms while minimizing risk.


• Collaborate with Legal and Sourcing to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulations.

Stakeholder & Vendor Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact between the business and assigned vendors.


• Partner cross-functionally with Technology, Security, Finance, and Procurement teams.


• Serve as an escalation point for vendor-related issues, ensuring swift resolution.

Risk, Compliance & Optimization

• Lead vendor risk assessments with Security and Risk Management.


• Ensure compliance with SOX, GDPR, and other applicable regulations.


• Identify opportunities for cost savings, vendor consolidation, and service optimization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Technology, or related field.


• 7+ years of vendor management, IT procurement, or contract negotiation experience.


• Strong understanding of technology domains (cloud, SaaS, telecom, infrastructure, etc.).


• Proven track record managing multi-million-dollar vendor relationships.


• Experience driving governance strategies and leading executive-level business reviews.

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency with enterprise tools (Salesforce, Asana, Oracle, SAP, or similar).


• Familiarity with vendor risk management frameworks and financial due diligence.


• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.


• High emotional intelligence with ability to influence senior stakeholders.


• Background in media or entertainment industry is a plus.

Success Metrics

• Delivery of cost savings and contract efficiency improvements.


• High internal stakeholder satisfaction.


• Improved vendor performance and innovation delivery.


• Timely and compliant contract lifecycle management.

Benefits

• Medical coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) through Anthem


• Dental/Vision/Various Ancillary coverages through Unum


• 401(k) retirement savings plan


• Paid-time-off options


• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program(EAP)


• Discount programs through ADP WorkforceNow

Additional Details
The base range for this contract position is $77 - 87 / per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered
About Us
STAND 8 provides end-to-end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and globally with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Mexico, Japan, India, and more. STAND 8 focuses on the "bleeding edge" of technology and leverages automation, process, marketing, and over fifteen years of success and growth to provide a world-class experience for our customers, partners, and employees.
Our mission is to impact the world positively by creating success through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY.
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