Senior Business Analyst - Vendor Management & SAP Systems

Location: Miramar, FL 33027; Dallas, TX 75254 Overview The SAP & Third‑Party Service Delivery, Senior Business Analyst is responsible for developing and supporting the implementation of strategies to enhance partnerships and achieve organizational objectives including vendor management and licensing support. The role interfaces with cross‑functional teams such as IT, engineering, and legal, ensuring vendor qualifications align with evolving business requirements. It optimizes SAP contracts, licensing models, and vendor services for cost, compliance, and business value. Using system analysis models, the Senior Business Analyst defines business rules, develops specifications and diagrams for development teams, and recommends changes to existing solutions and licensing models. The role partners closely with IT, Finance, Procurement, Legal, and IT Asset Management (ITAM) to manage vendor performance, govern licensing consumption, and support commercial decision‑making. Primary Responsibilities Support strategic initiatives to develop and refine processes for vendor evaluation, ensuring long‑term alignment with organizational goals. Cultivate strategic partnerships with key vendors, focusing on long‑term relationship building and value creation. Coordinate meetings with vendors, focusing on performance reviews and alignment with business objectives. Facilitate mid to high‑level requirement discussions, ensuring strategic alignment and prioritization with organizational goals. Develop comprehensive performance monitoring frameworks, ensuring vendor compliance with strategic objectives. Analyze vendor performance trends and lead strategic initiatives to address and improve deficiencies. Develop and present detailed end‑of‑year service reports, highlighting strategic insights and recommendations. Support strategic alignment between IT stakeholders and vendors, ensuring mutual goals are achieved and communicated effectively. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. 5+ years of experience in SAP, vendor management, IT finance, or business systems analysis. Knowledge of: SAP licensing models (e.g., RISE, FUEs, Cloud Subscriptions) Contract structures, renewals, and vendor negotiations IT Asset Management (ITAM) principles and software license compliance Experience supporting SAP contracts, renewals, audits, or licensing optimization initiatives Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret licensing data and financial impacts Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across technical and business audiences. Preferred Qualifications Solid knowledge of IT vendor governance practices. Proven experience with sourcing programs and procurement activities, including e‑sourcing, RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, SOWs, and SLAs. Solid understanding of the entire vendor lifecycle (sourcing, procurement, vendor management, performance management, etc.). Relationship management skills to sustain robust work relationships with stakeholders. Demonstrated contract management skills to oversee the entire contract lifecycle. Proven negotiation skills to achieve mutually beneficial agreements and resolve conflicts. Concrete project and risk management skills to ensure projects remain on schedule and within scope. Ability to analyze data, identify trends and risks, and draw meaningful insights. Proficiency in vendor management software and tools. Solid knowledge of procurement and sourcing technologies. Experience with data analysis and reporting tools. Familiarity with IT project management methodologies and tools. Ability to represent the organization in conversations, discussions, and negotiations with current and potential vendors while handling sensitive information in a confidential manner. Ability to adhere to ethical standards, maintain integrity, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures. Physical Demands Sitting and typing or using a computer keyboard, mouse, and monitor for extended periods. May require occasional lifting, lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20 lbs. May require extended hours, overtime, and weekends. EEO Statement Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an affirmative action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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