Senior Director, It Vendor Management

Stanley Black & Decker

New Britain, CT, US
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Strategic vendor oversight
Contract negotiation and management
Performance monitoring and kpis
** Stanley Black & Decker is seeking a Senior Director of IT Vendor Management to oversee strategic vendor partnerships, contract negotiations, and performance management within their Corporate Information Technology team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT leadership, vendor management, and contract negotiation, with opportunities for professional growth and development in a diverse and inclusive environment. **

Job Summary

  • Responsible for the strategic oversight and operational management of strategic vendors, including IT Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and their contracts.
  • Define and track vendor performance metrics, service level agreements (SLAs), and key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure accountability.
  • Partner with Finance to manage budgets, forecasts and cost optimization initiatives related to outsourced IT services.

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** Stanley Black & Decker is seeking a Senior Director of IT Vendor Management to oversee strategic vendor partnerships, contract negotiations, and performance management within their Corporate Information Technology team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT leadership, vendor management, and contract negotiation, with opportunities for professional growth and development in a diverse and inclusive environment. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic vendor oversight
  • Contract negotiation and management
  • Performance monitoring and KPIs
  • Risk and compliance management
  • Financial management and budgeting

Nice-to-have

  • Drive innovation and efficiency
  • Monitor technology outsourcing trends
  • Nurture key technology vendor relationships

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT or Business
  • 10+ years IT leadership and vendor management
  • 5+ years leadership with people management
  • Deep understanding of IT infrastructure
  • Experience in risk management and compliance

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