Senior Vendor Contract Manager
Company: CDK Global
Location: Hoffman Estates
Posted on: March 19, 2023
Job Description:
The Senior Vendor Contract Manager is a key member of the VMO
team, supporting and managing both the financial and operational
aspects of the engagement, from negotiations during sourcing,
onboarding/off-boarding, tracking of spending, and assessing
supplier performance throughout the life of the contract.The Senior
Vendor Contract Manager is responsible for, however not limited to,
the following:
- Manages large Managed Services Provider (MSP) agreements, at
scale
- MSP contract reviews, negotiations, change control, and
performance reviews
- Provides input and obtains feedback on MSP performance from
both the MSP supplier and the CDK service leads
- Evaluates and monitors the MSP service contract to ensure
compliance
- Leads, schedules, conducts, and manages various MSP/CDK
governance forums
- Assesses performance of the operational delivery on SLA's
- Provides strategic support and analyzing rates to ensure
competitive pricing for any contract renewals and negotiations
- Single point of contact between retained operations and the
supplier
- Engages with outside and CDK legal, and CDK leadership to
obtain input and direction for any negotiations and/or escalations
with the MSP and/or withing CDK
- Participates in MSP negotiations, including pre-proposal, RFP,
and post-award negotiations
- Understands and navigates through contract structure and
hierarchy
- Identifies and appropriately communicates contractual changes
that have a financial impact (e.g., new contracts, contract
extensions, planned terminations)
- Conducts an annual appraisal of the contract, involving the
relevant service managers to ensure continued value
- Maintains up-to-date price benchmarks and identifying best
practices
- Seeks out feedback on supplier performance and the services
providedExperience and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- 3+ years of vendor contracts management work experience,
preferably from a managed services provider environment
- Collaborative, excellent team player with strong interpersonal
skills able to work with virtual and global cross-functional
teams
- Demonstrated strong influencing & negotiation skills within
cross-functional teams without formal authority
- Proven success in dealing with business leaders on all levels
and ability to manage effectively within a matrix organizational
structureSalary Ranges: $108,000 - $140,500CDK Global is committed
to fair and equitable compensation practices. Compensation packages
are based on several factors, including but not limited to skills,
experience, certifications, and work location. The total
compensation package for this position may also include annual
performance bonus, benefits and/or other applicable incentive
compensation plans.We offer Medical, dental, and vision benefits in
addition to:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401K Matching Program
- Tuition ReimbursementAt CDK, we believe inclusion and diversity
are essential in inspiring meaningful connections to our people,
customers and communities. We are open, curious and encourage
different views, so that everyone can be their best selves and make
an impact.CDK is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to
creating an inclusive workforce where everyone is valued. Qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status,
creed or religion, age, disability (including pregnancy), results
of genetic testing, service in the military, veteran status or any
other category protected by law.Applicants for employment in the US
must be authorized to work in the US. CDK may offer employer visa
sponsorship to applicants.
Keywords: CDK Global, Hoffman Estates , Senior Vendor Contract Manager, Executive , Hoffman Estates, Illinois
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