We are one of the nation's largest diversified *** , information, and services company with more than 360 businesses. Our current portfolio expands the traditional publishing company people have come to know us by, we now own cable networks like *** , HISTORY, *** ; financial leader Fitch Group; *** Health, a group of *** information and ser *** businesses: transportation assets and digital services business iCrossing and ****A.
We believe our biggest asset is our combination of different backgrounds, cultures, and disciplines that come together to form one epic unit. What we do starts with our people.
Overview:
Join our dynamic and collaborative team where professionalism meets a friendly and inclusive work environment! At *** Technology Services, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture that values teamwork, creativity, and mutual support. Our team is comprised of dedicated colleagues who bring diverse skills and perspectives, creating a vibrant and innovative workplace. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented professionals who are passionate about technology, their work and dedicated to the success of our organization.
The Technology Sourcing & Vendor Management Analyst role is pivotal in ensuring *** maximizes the benefits derived from our strategic alliances with technology partners and vendors. This opportunity offers engagement with diverse business stakeholders across industries such as *** , healthcare, and finance.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Procurement: Identify, assess, and procure technology-related products and services vital to our organizational functions.
Perform comprehensive modeling: Assess project costs and benefits utilizing standard methodologies, including understanding historical price trends, total cost of ownership, should-cost modeling, Benchmarking and other to ensure the delivery of optimal value for our organization.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with internal stakeholders to understand market dynamics, conduct negotiations, and uphold *** standards while ensuring cost-effectiveness.
Global Technology Negotiations: Run negotiations for comprehensive technology agreements spanning IT commodities like hardware, software, cloud, and managed services. Strive for cost savings, favorable payment terms, and added value from vendor agreements.
Vendor Management Tools Oversight: Maintain the accuracy and efficiency of Vendor Management tools like Salesforce and SharePoint, crucial for negotiation and process management.
What we are looking for:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, IT, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience (5 years) in technology procurement, vendor management, or strategic sourcing within the tech industry.
- Knowledge of financial accounting, pricing, strategic sourcing, and vendor management concepts
- Exceptional negotiation, analytical, communication, and presentation skills
- Deep understanding of IT products, services, and market trends.
- Ability to develop strong relationships with business partners and strategic vendors.
- Strategic mindset and passion for efficiency, simplification, and outstanding results
- Proficient in MS Office Suite, particularly in Excel to execute RFx modelling and financial models.
- Technology-savvy to leverage eProcurement and eSourcing tools including but not limited to: Oracle, Spend Analysis tools, Salesforce.
- Proficiency in contract management and evaluation methodologies.
- Familiarity with legal and regulatory aspects linked to procurement.
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, and time-sensitive environment.
- Familiarity with a variety of Technology vendor concepts, practices, and procedures.
- This role reports directly to the Senior Director of the Technology Sourcing & Vendor Management team.
- Business Unit IT Senior Level Customers, HTS Leadership, Finance, Legal, Corporate Procurement, and Asset Management
In accordance with applicable law, *** is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role if hired in New York City. The reasonable estimate, if hired in New York City, is $90,000 - $110,000. Please note this information is specific to those hired in New York City. If this role is open to candidates outside of New York City, the salary range would be aligned to that specific location. A final decision on the successful candidate's starting salary will be based on a number of permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills and experience, training, certifications, and education. *** provides a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k), paid holidays and paid time off, employee assistance programs, and more.
About Us
*** is a leading global, diversified *** , information and services company with more than 360 businesses. Its major interests include ownership in cable television networks such as *** , HISTORY, Lifetime and *** ; global financial services leader Fitch Group; *** Health, a group of medical information and services businesses; transportation assets including CAMP Systems International, a major provider of software-as-a-ser *** solutions for managing maintenance of jets and helicopters; 33 television stations such as ****-TV in Boston and ****-TV in Sacramento, California, which reach a combined 19% of U.S. viewers; newspapers such as the Houston Chronicle, San Francisco Chronicle and Times Union (Albany, New York); more than 300 magazines around the world, including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Men's Health and Car and Driver, and digital services businesses such as iCrossing and ****A; and investments in emerging digital entertainment companies such as Complex Networks. To learn more about *** , visit *** .com.
*** is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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