Manager, Outsourcing Contracts
Tallahassee, FL
Full Time
Manager/Supervisor
General Characteristics
Responsible for all activities relating to the outsourcing contract management function. Leads contract efforts from contract signing, through vendor transition and current operational state. Establishes metrics, process and procedures and oversight management model required to ensure optimum vendor delivery, service, quality and pricing. Monitors vendor contracts to ensure terms and conditions are met; defines and manages vendor penalties/incentives if performance does not meet established criteria/exceeds established criteria.
Interprets the contract for the enterprise. Sets vendor directions and priorities. Creates, negotiates and incorporates contract amendments. Renegotiates contract, if required, to accommodate scope changes or changes in business requirements. Reviews vendor proposals and negotiates pricing/terms. Reviews vendor invoices for accuracy, and owns enterprise budget responsibility for the outsourcing expense. Serves as first point of negotiation for vendor disputes. Complexity of position can vary significantly depending on deal size/scope, single vs. multiple contract responsibility, and whether responsibility covers IT outsourcing contracts exclusively or all enterprise outsourcing contracts.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.
Experience: A minimum of 7 years of finance or contract management work experience including managing team(s), specifically within the IT area.
Breadth: Middle level management. Works under general direction of senior level management. Typically manages and mentors supervisors, project leads and/or technical staff. Supports multiple contracts or complex enterprise agreements. Works on projects that range in size, complexity and contract duration. Frequently reports to a Chief Technology Officer, IT Chief Operating Officer, Chief Information Officer, Chief Financial Officer or Chief Sourcing Officer.
*Please note that this application is part of our candidate pool for future staffing needs under our contract with the State of Florida. Positions may not be available immediately, and job locations, assignments, and start dates may vary depending on agency requirements. By applying, you will be considered for current and upcoming opportunities, and we will reach out if a role that matches your skills and qualifications becomes available.*
Responsible for all activities relating to the outsourcing contract management function. Leads contract efforts from contract signing, through vendor transition and current operational state. Establishes metrics, process and procedures and oversight management model required to ensure optimum vendor delivery, service, quality and pricing. Monitors vendor contracts to ensure terms and conditions are met; defines and manages vendor penalties/incentives if performance does not meet established criteria/exceeds established criteria.
Interprets the contract for the enterprise. Sets vendor directions and priorities. Creates, negotiates and incorporates contract amendments. Renegotiates contract, if required, to accommodate scope changes or changes in business requirements. Reviews vendor proposals and negotiates pricing/terms. Reviews vendor invoices for accuracy, and owns enterprise budget responsibility for the outsourcing expense. Serves as first point of negotiation for vendor disputes. Complexity of position can vary significantly depending on deal size/scope, single vs. multiple contract responsibility, and whether responsibility covers IT outsourcing contracts exclusively or all enterprise outsourcing contracts.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.
Experience: A minimum of 7 years of finance or contract management work experience including managing team(s), specifically within the IT area.
Breadth: Middle level management. Works under general direction of senior level management. Typically manages and mentors supervisors, project leads and/or technical staff. Supports multiple contracts or complex enterprise agreements. Works on projects that range in size, complexity and contract duration. Frequently reports to a Chief Technology Officer, IT Chief Operating Officer, Chief Information Officer, Chief Financial Officer or Chief Sourcing Officer.
*Please note that this application is part of our candidate pool for future staffing needs under our contract with the State of Florida. Positions may not be available immediately, and job locations, assignments, and start dates may vary depending on agency requirements. By applying, you will be considered for current and upcoming opportunities, and we will reach out if a role that matches your skills and qualifications becomes available.*
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