- Large NSW Government Organisation
- $736.80 - $1,023.20 Daily plus Super
- 7-month Contract Role with strong possibility of extension
Our client is a large NSW Organisation who are seeking Vendor Managerto join their team .
The role will be responsible for the commercial management of Online Learning Tool cloud application vendors and associated services. You will ensure vendors are alignment to Department objectives & prioritises, high service levels, value for money and manage risk.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead vendor engagement and partnerships across the branch
- Provide commercial support & advice to senior managers and the executive on finance, contracts, and risk
- Influence vendors & their product roadmaps to ensure that Department achieves best value
- Engage with stakeholders to provide commercial advice on contractual and commercial matters related to projects and ongoing operational agreements
- Gather vendor intelligence, comparisons and market analysis
- Identify, develop and implement new business ideas & product roadmap features to improve operational effectiveness in light of market trends and developments.
Selection Criteria:
- Strong understanding of commercial and contractual issues arising in the delivery and operating phases for major IT projects involving cloud applications.
- Experience within large, complex and multi-vendor IT environment
- Experience in governance and performance management of cloud application vendors
- Knowledge of IT service management practices
- Experience in Agile delivery methodologies
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills
- Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders: internal, external, technical and non-technical
- Highly developed communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong data analysis and problem solving ability
- Sound aptitude for strategy & operational planning capability
- Effective time management and organisational skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines
- A collaborative approach and enjoy communicating with a wide range of people
- Sound presentation skills
- Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Teams and advanced Excel)
- Desirable to have experience in both private and government sector
On offer is a 7 month contract at a highly sought after NSW Government Organisation, with a highly competitive daily rate.
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Vendor Manager