Procurement Specialist

IT Procurement Specialist / Vendor Manager

Company Overview : When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there's really only one : Zones - First Choice for IT. Zones is a global solution provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones specializes in digital workplace, cloud & data center, networking, security, and managed / professional / staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.

Position Details : Term : 6 month contract with high potential for renewal Location : 100% remote Hours : Mon-Friday 8-5pm EST Hourly pay + benefits. Up to $50.00 / hr. Our client in the insurance space is looking for a dynamic IT Procurement Specialist / Vendor Manager to join their team.

What You'll Do as the Vendor Manager :

• Perform contract reviews, with a main focus on IT terms and help reduce contract backlogs.
• Participate in vendor lifecycle process discussions to identify gaps and provide the required coordination to mitigate these gaps.
• Work with Gen Re vendors to implement amendments to the existing contracts as required to fulfil scope changes, regulatory, security and other compliance requirements.
• Review and process all renewals by checking against the corresponding agreed upon contractual / commercial terms.
• Support RFP (Request for Proposal) process with required coordination.
• Communicate and coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure timely completion of requested tasks.
• Schedule regular meetings with key stakeholders to discuss pending contracts, upcoming renewals.
• Create dashboards that shows contract aging and ensure that they are escalated as required to ensure timely closure.

What You'll Bring To The Table :

While we're committed to providing top-tier solutions, we're just as committed to supporting our own team. Our employees enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including medical / dental / vision coverage, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching provision, state mandated sick leave, and much more. And as a Minority Business Enterprise, a Corporate Plus member of the Northwest Minority Supplier Development Council, and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, our community is just as diverse. At Zones, work is more than a job - with exciting careers with a global team who are client centric, have a passion for tech, who embrace change and lifelong learning in a collaborative culture. If you're interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you! All qualified applicants will receive consideration.