Senior TDS Vendor Management Specialist

Job Overview The Senior TDS Vendor Management Specialist manages license, warranty and service agreement records for all hardware and software assets at Stanford Hospital and Clinics. This position is responsible for all purchasing, invoicing, and contract renewals of hardware, software, subscription services, and consulting. Location Stanford Health Care

Responsibilities

• Works with various TDS teams to obtain requirements for hardware and/or software procurement
• Provides TDS requirements to a variety of hardware, software, and services vendors and obtains quotes
• Understands vendor proposals/contracts and works with vendors to obtain clarification where needed
• Works with various TDS teams to facilitate vendor meetings, conference calls, and quote validation sessions
• Actively seeks to understand various technology needs and maintains a list of qualified vendors/suppliers
• Leads the planning and launch of RFIs and RFPs
• Provides meticulous analysis of spend data to identify sourcing opportunities
• Identifies and pursues opportunities to lower the total cost of goods and services to enhance total enterprise cost of ownership; provides supply planning and analysis; and conducts supplier performance and relationship management.

Education Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a work-related field/discipline from an accredited college or university (Required)
• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications (Required)

Experience Qualifications

• Six (6) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience (Required)

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Prior experience managing vendor relationships
• Ability to evaluate and negotiate contracts and manage vendor service agreements
• Knowledge of IT software and hardware licensing methods used by various vendors
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to use judgment and make sound decisions
• Ability to work independently
• Proven self-starter and creative problem solver
• Strong orientation to execution
• Understanding of staffing and consulting processes, including SOWs, billing, and performance evaluations
• Ability to lead a project

Licenses and Certifications

• CPSM – Certified Professional in Supply Management (preferred upon hire)
• CPM – Certified Purchasing Manager (preferred upon hire)

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements. Base Pay Scale Generally starting at $62.75 - $83.16 per hour. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job