Senior Technology and Digital Solutions Vendor Management Specialist

At a glance This role is ideal for a procurement, vendor management, or strategic sourcing professional with experience leading technology sourcing initiatives, negotiating software agreements, and building strong vendor partnerships. You'll join Stanford's growing Technology and Digital Solutions organization and play a key role in supporting technology investments that enable innovation across one of the nation's premier healthcare systems. Description: What you'll be doing Another Source's client, Stanford Health Care , is recruiting a Senior Technology and Digital Solutions (TDS) Vendor Management Specialist – Strategic Sourcing to join their team in Palo Alto, California. This is a hybrid opportunity, with approximately one day per week on campus. Here’s a little about Stanford Health Care: Stanford Health Care is one of the nation's leading academic health systems, recognized for delivering world‑class patient care while advancing innovation in medicine, technology, and research. Working alongside Stanford Medicine, the organization is continually transforming healthcare through groundbreaking clinical advancements, digital transformation initiatives, and the responsible use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence. Beyond its reputation for innovation, Stanford Health Care offers employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the communities they serve every day. Team members enjoy the stability and long‑term career growth that come with being part of a highly respected institution committed to improving health outcomes locally and globally. To learn more, visit: About this role: This newly created position is part of the continued growth of Stanford Health Care's Technology and Digital Solutions (TDS) organization. Reporting within the Vendor Management Office (VMO), you'll join a collaborative team of seven professionals supporting both Procurement Operations and Strategic Sourcing initiatives across the technology landscape. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape sourcing strategy, influence key technology investments, and build strong vendor partnerships that support Stanford's mission. Approximately 60–70% of the work is focused on software sourcing and vendor management, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys navigating complex technology agreements, driving cost optimization, and partnering closely with technical stakeholders. Your Contribution Will Likely Include: Partner with TDS leaders and technical teams to understand software, hardware, and services requirements and develop sourcing strategies that align with organizational priorities. Lead and support strategic sourcing initiatives for software, technology services, subscriptions, consulting engagements, and hardware purchases. Manage vendor relationships and serve as a trusted advisor throughout procurement, contracting, and renewal activities. Facilitate Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), including planning, vendor engagement, evaluation, and selection. Analyze vendor proposals, contracts, pricing structures, and licensing models to support informed business decisions. Conduct spend analysis to identify sourcing opportunities, cost savings, and total cost of ownership improvements. Negotiate contract terms, service agreements, renewals, warranties, and subscription agreements. Coordinate vendor meetings, stakeholder reviews, and quote validation sessions across cross‑functional teams. Maintain awareness of technology market trends and cultivate relationships with qualified suppliers and strategic partners. Support supplier performance management and help drive continuous improvement across vendor partnerships. Contribute to enterprise‑wide efforts focused on operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and value creation. Experience You Will Bring: Associate's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Six (6) or more years of progressively responsible experience in vendor management, procurement, strategic sourcing, supply management, contract administration, or a related discipline. Experience managing vendor relationships and negotiating contracts, service agreements, and technology‑related purchases. Knowledge of software licensing models, hardware procurement practices, and technology vendor ecosystems. Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate pricing, spend data, and sourcing opportunities. Experience leading sourcing projects, RFIs, RFPs, or vendor selection processes. Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Strong business judgment, problem‑solving skills, and decision‑making capabilities. Self‑starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently and drive initiatives forward. Experience with consulting agreements, statements of work (SOWs), billing processes, and vendor performance management is highly valued. Preferred Qualifications: CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) certification. CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) certification. Experience supporting technology organizations or IT procurement functions within complex healthcare, higher education, or enterprise environments. Compensation & Benefits: Salary range: $130,520.00 – $172,972.80 annually Hybrid work environment with flexibility and approximately one day per week onsite. Comprehensive health, retirement, and wellness benefits. Professional development and career growth opportunities within a world‑renowned healthcare organization. Opportunity to contribute to innovative healthcare and technology initiatives that positively impact patients and communities. Learn more about Stanford Health Care benefits: #J-18808-Ljbffr Another Source