Project Manager - Senior - VMO IT Sourcing Manager- Onsite from day 1
RICEFW Technologies IncProvidence, RI, United States2 days ago
Job type
- Full-time
- Quick Apply
Job description12-15 years IT experience preferably 5 years in IT Vendor Management and / or IT Sourcing Understanding IT products & services from a contract and vendor management perspective Understanding commercial [pricing services] with contracting and negotiation aspect. Ability to determine contractual / financial exposure / negotiate contracts. Knowledge of contracting trends, licensing models Deep market knowledge of IT vendor (Application Svcs, SaaS, Consulting) Strong project and process management skills, with the ability to handle multiple vendors and Knowledge of best practices for IT contract negotiation tactics and strategies. Where applicable, understanding of government and industry regulations that will influence contracting approach and vendor behavior (for example, SOX, SECURITY). Experience drafting IT Statement of Work / SLA, change order or amendment Customer-focused approach to delivering contract management services to internal IT Supplier agreements : knowledge of legal terminology related to supplier agreements Proven negotiation and contracting skills Project management skills Ability to think strategically Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced complex environment Knowledge of Procurement Processes and Tools Proficient in the use of MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint, Sharepoint Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree preferred. 10+ years relevant professional experience; 7-8 years' experience in Indirect Sourcing categories required (Project Application Development, SaaS, Maintenance Support) Familiarity with Public Sector Purchasing and Procurement is a plus. Familiarity with Tools such as Archer, a plus Strong analytical skills Strong IT background having managed vendor as Project Manager or IT Account Manager who has delivered services to client is a plus.
Must be onsite 100% either in Providence or Warwick, whichever they prefer.
IT Sourcing Manager
Responsibilities
- Collaborate, lead and support IT Agency Managers in procuring IT solutions, from small to medium / large procurements.
- Responsible for the management of given portfolio for IT Sourcing Projects , reporting to the Chief of IT Sourcing, Contracts and Vendor Management or to assigned Senior Vendor Manager .
- Project-manage assigned IT Sourcing Projects from scoping, RFx drafting, Evaluation, Contracting
- Product delivered range from Contract renewals / amendment to IT Statement of Work or small to medium RFI / RFP, MPA's, etc.
- Interact with various stakeholders across the enterprise, including Legal, Purchases, Agency resource, and others as needed.
- Facilitate various Contract / RFx deliverables including vendor selection and award criteria to determine and execute an appropriate procurement strategy.
- Project Plan for every Sourcing Project
- Request for Proposals (RFP) : Facilitate the drafting of Scope of Work and Requirements; Finalize RFP.
- Proposal Review : As part of Evaluation committee, facilitate and provide review input
- Contracts : Review IT Contractual artifact [Renewal or Amendment or SOW] and provide input to enhance favorable Terms; review with stakeholders and legal.
- Vendor Governance Review Document Issues, Actions with Vendor and report
- Contract Negotiations : Provide a plan, key IT Terms (participate or lead) duringcontract negotiations.
- Participate in other tasks as directed by the Chief of Sourcing and vendor management
- Provide weekly written statuses.
Requirements
multiple contracts, as well as a wide range of tasks.
Education
Preferred
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Senior It Project Manager • Providence, RI, United States