IT Vendor Selection Specialist
IT Vendor Selection Specialist
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Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional with vendor selection understanding to drive operational excellence in the selection of vendors serving IT healthcare business functions. As a Vendor Selection Specialist you will lead complex Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Information (RFI) reviews collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure the successful selection of highly aligned vendors.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to determine need for RFP (Request for Proposal) engagement with
vendors gather and document business requirements develop proposal strategy and researching alignment
between expectations and capabilities. - RFP Management including drafting and issuing RFPs defining evaluation criteria coordinating communication
with potential vendors facilitating vendor engagement sessions and collecting and evaluating vendor responses. - Conduct research and vetting of potential vendors including reviewing past performance client testimonials
financial stability and industry recognition in alignment with internal stakeholders business requirement. - Analyze vendor proposals based on established criteria such as technical experience proposed solutions pricing
and compliance with RFP requirements. - Collaborate with internal stakeholders and vendors to drive negotiation and contract finalization to include
contract terms pricing and service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure they meet the organizations needs. - Document and maintain accurate records of the sourcing process including RFP documentation vendor
responses evaluation results and contract details. - Champion a culture of innovation agility and continuous improvement instilling a mindset of curiosity
experimentation and adaptability across the organization. - Maintain and assist in refining operational processes for conducting reviews developing and maintaining
materials and tools and alignment of policy and procedure in support of RFP and RFI reviews. - Remote eligible.
The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of alljob responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelors Other Business Administration IT or related field or 7-9 years relevant experience as a Business Analyst Sourcing Analyst Procurement
Specialist or similar role - Deep understanding of the RFP process including best practices for developing and evaluating proposals
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence negotiate and build consensus among diverse stakeholders
at all levels of the organization - Proven ability to navigate ambiguity drive results and adapt to evolving priorities in a fast-paced dynamic environment
- Strategic mindset with the ability to synthesize complex information identify trends and anticipate future challenges and opportunities
- Experience in requirements gathering and documentation as well as managing or supporting RFPs and vendor selection processes
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines are essential for navigating the RFP process
- Familiarity with IT and Healthcare IT RFPs
- Familiarity with ServiceNow and Google Workspace
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Unclear