IT Vendor Relationship Director jobs in Cambridge, MA
IT Vendor Relationship Director designs and implements the organization's strategic technology vendor management program to meet company needs and comply with required quality standards. Selects providers and oversees procurement of IT products and services to monitor and maintain operational costs and budgets. Being an IT Vendor Relationship Director administers the request for proposals process to vet the reputation and quality of vendor products. Negotiates service level agreements to ensure performance/quality metrics, responsibilities, expectations, and penalties are clearly defined. Additionally, IT Vendor Relationship Director works closely with managers and teams to monitor, maintain, and improve existing vendor relationships. Conducts regular business reviews to ensure compliance with company expectations, review issues, and develop solutions. May require experience with software licensing and hardware procurement. Requires a bachelor's degree in a technical discipline. Typically reports to top management. The IT Vendor Relationship Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be an IT Vendor Relationship Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Director, Technology Vendor Management
- Harvard University
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Boston, MA
FULL_TIME
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Position Description
Are you excited by the idea of joining a world-class organization at the intersection of higher education and business? Do you have an interest in developing a new practice for an evolving technology department? If so, consider joining our team! The IT Financial Management & Business Operations team is an integral part of the Information Technology (IT) department, as we support Harvard Business School's (HBS) mission to educate leaders who make a difference in the world.
The Director, Technology Vendor Management reports to the Senior Director, IT Financial Management & Business Operations and is a member of the IT Business Operations team. They will establish a technology vendor management function for a financial portfolio of $80M. The Director is responsible for developing and implementing a vendor management strategy and operational model to maximize value and minimize risk with the department’s critical vendors. They will work with IT leaders and key partners at HBS and Havard University to leverage best practices and processes in the areas of contract management and negotiation.
The ideal candidate will be an energetic quick learner who possesses superior communication skills, has significant experience with procurement and vendor management and shows maturity, accountability, and professionalism throughout their work efforts.
Responsibilities:- Develop HBS’s first comprehensive, end-to-end technology vendor management strategy, collaborating with IT leaders and stakeholders from technology-centered portfolios
- Lead and implement the creation of vendor management policies and processes across IT department, Strategic Procurement and key IT partners
- Define a structure of vendor classification, focusing on maximining performance of critical vendors
- Develop a vendor performance system, leading monthly reviews with IT leaders and stakeholders
- Lead business alignment meetings with critical vendors, serving as a point of escalation for critical issues
- Serve as the subject matter expert for vendor management for the department
- Manage two or more staff members including hiring, onboarding, training, and professional development, coaching, and performance management
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
- Minimum of 8 years’ relevant work experience
- Supervisory experience
Working Conditions
- Must participate in a shared 24x7x365 on call rotation with other IT staff
Additional Information
This role is offered as a hybrid position (some combination of onsite and remote) where you are required to be onsite at our Boston, MA-based campus on a weekly basis. Specific schedule will be determined by your manager.
We may conduct candidate interviews virtually (phone and/or via Zoom) and/or in-person for this role.
Harvard Business School will not offer visa sponsorship for this opportunity.
Culture of Inclusion: The work and well-being of HBS is profoundly strengthened by the diversity of our network and our differences in background, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and life experiences. Explore more about HBS work culture here: https://www.hbs.edu/employment.About Us
Founded in 1908 as part of Harvard University, Harvard Business School (www.hbs.edu) is located on a 40-acre campus in Boston. The School offers two full-time MBA and PhD programs, more than 175 Executive Education programs, and certificates and courses through Harvard Business School Online. For more than a century, Harvard Business School faculty have drawn on their research, connection to practice, global expertise, and passion for teaching to educate leaders who make a difference in the world. The School and its curriculum attract the boldest thinkers and the most collaborative learners who will shape the practice of business and entrepreneurship around the globe.Benefits
We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
- Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
- Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
- Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
- Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
- Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
- Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
- Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
- Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Job Function
FinanceDepartment Office Location
USA - MA - BostonJob Code
F1259M Procurement Mgt VWork Format
Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)Sub-Unit
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059Department
Information TechnologyAnnual Salary Range
$125,000 - $130,000, salary commensurate with experienceUnion
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Full-timePre-Employment Screening
Credit, Criminal, Education, IdentitySchedule
40 hours per week minimum, schedule to be determined by managerCommitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law. - 12 Days Ago
Director, Technology Vendor Management
- Harvard University
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Boston, MA
FULL_TIME
- Position Description Are you excited by the idea of joining a world-class organization at the intersection of higher education and business? Do you have an interest in developing a new practice for an...
- 12 Days Ago
IT Director
- Robert Half
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Newburyport, MA
PER_DIEM
- Description: Position Purpose: This position is responsible for the oversight, planning, development, implementations and maintenance of the City’s business and information systems. Responsibilities i...
- 7 Days Ago
IT Director
- Robert Half
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Boston, MA
FULL_TIME
- • The Director of Technology they hired is out on leave for at least 1-2 months, possibly longer• They are not sure how long the leave will last, it could be even longer, but not positive• If the Dire...
- 10 Days Ago
IT Director
- Aqueduct
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Boston, MA
FULL_TIME
- Aqueduct Technologies is seeking an IT Director to be a key member of our customer's leadership team. This position is responsible for coordinating, planning, and leading all computer related activiti...
- 2 Months Ago
Relationship Director - Global Platforms
- MFS Investment Management
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Boston, MA
FULL_TIME
- At MFS, you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes, favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put peo...
- 8 Days Ago
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(Senior-) Medical Director* Clinical Development
- BioNTech SE
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Cambridge, MA
- Open for hire at one of the following locations - Cambridge Erie Street, Gaithersburg, London, Mainz Goldgrube. - Job ID...
- 5/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Group Leader - Pre-Teen (part-time)
- City of Cambridge, MA
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Cambridge, MA
- ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Group Leader position is directly responsible, in partnership with Lead Youth...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Principal Scientist / Associate Director, Medicinal Chemistry
- Nuvalent Inc.
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Cambridge, MA
- The Company: With deep expertise in chemistry, Nuvalent is working to create selective medicines designed with the goal ...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Regional Medical Scientific Director | IBD - Northeast/Boston (Remote)
- Merck & Co., Inc.
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Cambridge, MA
- Job Description We are seeking a Growth and Improvement minded Regional Medical Scientific Director (AKA Medical Science...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director, Clinical Operations
- Foghorn Therapeutics Inc.
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Cambridge, MA
- Our Culture: Why work with us? At Foghorn Therapeutics, we believe in "People First, Mission Always." We put "People Fir...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Journeyman Electrician
- Janusz Electric LLC
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Salem, NH
- Job Description Job Description Position Overview: - · Position Status: Journeyman Electrician · Reporting Relationships...
- 5/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Group Sales
- Charles Hotel
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Cambridge, MA
- Job Summary: The Director of Group Sales has direct oversight of group sales operations for a Full-Service hotel. This r...
- 5/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director* Global Clinical Operations
- BioNTech SE
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Cambridge, MA
- Open for hire at one of the following locations - Cambridge Erie Street, London, Mainz Goldgrube. - Job ID: 6713 Become ...
- 5/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Cambridge, Massachusetts
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Situated directly north of Boston, across the Charles River, it was named in honor of the University of Cambridge in England, an important center of the Puritan theology embraced by the town's founders.:18
Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) are in Cambridge, as was Radcliffe College, a college for women until it merged with Harvard on October 1, 1999.
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Income Estimation for IT Vendor Relationship Director jobs
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