RESOURCE TO BE ONSITE ON WEDNESDAYS. ONLY LOCAL CONSULTANTS OF IOWA ONLY
About the Role
Manage vendor relationships for software, hardware, cloud services, and IT consulting engagements.
Responsibilities
- Experience tracking SLAs, KPIs, and risk metrics; initiating corrective actions for underperformance.
- Knowledge of IT procurement standards, including cybersecurity, data privacy, and accessibility.
- Ability to develop and maintain a strategic vendor portfolio aligned with the agencys IT roadmap.
- Conduct market research to identify emerging technologies and qualified vendors.
- Benchmark vendor pricing and service levels against industry standards to ensure value for money.