Lead Technology Business Services Consultant - Vendor Management

About this role:Enterprise Functions Technology (EFT) is seeking a Lead Technology Business Services Consultant who will specialize in Vendor Strategy and Relationship Management. This position is part of the Enterprise Functions Vendor Management team and requires prior, hands-on experience in vendor management, financial management, and executive-level stakeholder engagement. The candidate selected for this role must demonstrate expertise in budget planning, financial forecasting, vendor funding and payment management, and advanced Excel-based financial analysis and will need to have direct hands-on experience with procurement and accounting platforms such as Ariba. The role regularly supports executive decision-making, requiring the ability to prepare clear, concise communications and presentations for senior leadership approval of vendor spend and investment requests. The person selected for this role must have experience working directly with senior engineering leaders, architects, CIO organizations, and business partners to manage vendor portfolios, conduct risk assessments, support Preferred Supplier List (PSL) governance, and oversee relationships within a large, complex vendor ecosystem.In this role, you will:Work as part of the EFT Vendor Management team to support, track and report on the day-to-day activities of full functional Vendor management team.Participate in managing and supporting the delivery of technology products and services of high-profile business unit clients and contribute to large scale solutions planning related to Technology Business ServicesEnsure service quality and cost effectiveness of solutions by using automation tools to enhance the Vendor Management team's performance and capabilities.Review customer information with the technology team and implement technical initiatives for highly complex projects impacting multiple lines of business or across the enterpriseUnderstand and ensure compliance and risk management requirements for supported area and work with other stakeholders to implement key risk initiativesMake decisions in complex and multifaceted situations requiring solid understanding of managing multiple medium technology development efforts that influence and lead broader work team and drive new initiativesCollaborate and consult with the technology team and more experienced management within Technology Business Services functional area to resolve Information Technology issues and provide customers with best possible solutionsProvide guidance on leveraging new technology & VendorsRequired Qualifications:5+ years of Information Technology in support of Business Services experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following work experience, training, military experience, education5+ years of experience in full lifecycle vendor management, including vendor selection, contract administration, performance monitoring, supplier relationship management, risk mitigation, and ongoing governance across complex vendor portfolios.5+ years of experience working with procurement and accounting platforms such as Ariba, supporting purchase order management, invoice processing, vendor funding, budget tracking, spend analysis, and financial reporting to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with organizational policies5+ years of experience partnering with and supporting senior leaders, executive stakeholders, technology leaders, and business partners by providing strategic insights, preparing executive-level communications and presentations, conducting financial analysis, and delivering data-driven recommendations that support informed decision-making and organizational objectives.Desired Qualifications:Experience preparing vendor spend, investment requests, and strategic sourcing communications for executive-level reviewExperience conducting vendor risk assessments and governance reviewsExperience providing governance for Preferred Supplier List (PSL) processes, including supplier performance management, policy adherence, and strategic supplier selectionAbility to manage relationships across a large and complex vendor ecosystem, fostering strong partnerships, driving accountability, and optimizing supplier performanceAbility to facilitate cross-functional collaboration among technology, procurement, risk, finance, and business teams to ensure effective vendor oversight and governanceStrong ability to analyze vendor investments, spend trends, and performance metrics, providing recommendations that support operational efficiency and strategic business outcomesCapability to leverage data-driven insights, concise reporting, and stakeholder engagement at all organizational levels to enhance executive-level decision-makingJob Expectations:This position offers a hybrid work schedule - ability to work in officeThis position is not eligible for Visa sponsorshipRelocation assistance is not available for this positionPosting End Date: 25 Aug 2026*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.We Value Equal OpportunityWells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.Applicants with DisabilitiesTo request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.Drug and Alcohol PolicyWells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.SummaryLocation: CHARLOTTE, NCType: Full time