Provider Manager (Microsoft)

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• Gestionnaire des Fournisseurs de Technologies de lInformation

About AppDirect

Become a digital global citizen and enable the new generation of digital entrepreneurs around the world. AppDirect offers a subscription commerce platform to sell any product through any channel on any device - as a service. We power millions of subscriptions worldwide for organizations. We do this by our values-driven cultureone that enables you to Be Seen Be Yourself and Do Your Best Work.

This position is for the ITCloud business unit Servicing Canadian IT professionals and their business customers since 2005 IT Cloud is an authorized Canadian Distributor for Microsoft Acronis Bitdefender AvePoint BitTitan Letsignit and NinjaOne. Through our partner channel we provision Canadian businesses with the most powerful corporate cloud solutions for continuity cybersecurity and productivity. Highly skilled on both the technical and business sides our team backs up our partners-resellers with technical sales marketing and administrative enablement so they can build a successful business while provisioning their client-base through our simple and secure marketplace.

About You

The Information Technology Provider Manager is responsible for overseeing the selection management and performance of IT service providers and technology vendors. This role ensures that all external IT partners deliver value meet contractual obligations and align with the organizations strategic goals. The manager acts as the primary liaison between the company and its IT providers driving operational excellence cost-effectiveness and innovation.

What youll do and how youll have an impact

• Provider & Vendor Management:
  
• Establish negotiate and manage provider contracts ensuring favorable terms and compliance with company policies.
• Oversee the onboarding and offboarding of IT service providers.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors regularly reviewing performance and resolving issues.
• Service Delivery & Performance:
  
• Ensure providers meet agreed-upon service levels (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Monitor and report on provider performance escalating issues as needed.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure seamless integration of provider solutions.
• Understand provider promotions competitive upgrades and incentives.
• Strategic Planning & Procurement:
  
• Identify new providers and technology solutions to support business objectives.
• Stay current with market trends and recommend improvements or new services.
• Contract & Financial Management:
  
• Negotiate pricing terms and renewals to optimize costs and value.
• Track budgets invoices and expenditures related to IT providers.
• Compliance & Risk Management:
  
• Ensure all providers comply with security privacy and regulatory requirements.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with third-party IT services.
• Continuous Improvement:
  
• Drive process improvements for provider management and service delivery.
• Gather feedback from stakeholders to enhance provider relationships and outcomes.

What were looking for

• Bilingualism (English/French) is considered a must.
• Bachelors degree in Information Technology Business Administration or a related field.
• Proven experience in IT provider/vendor management contract negotiation and service delivery.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure cloud services APIs/integrations and marketplace products.
• Excellent communication negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess performance data and drive improvements.
• Knowledge of compliance standards and risk management best practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. Microsoft 365 Azure) and IT marketplace ecosystems.
• Familiarity with procurement processes and financial management.

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