IT Strategic Sourcing

IT Vendor Management Specialist Maxim Healthcare is seeking an experienced IT Vendor Management Specialist to develop and implement vendor strategies, manage procurement activities, and ensure contract compliance for hardware, software, and IS services. This role is ideal for professionals with strong negotiation skills and a passion for building vendor relationships that deliver quality and cost efficiency. Location: Columbia, Maryland (Hybrid role) Salary Range: $60,000 – $75,000 annually + $4,000–$6,000 Annual Bonus Potential Benefits Competitive Pay & Weekly Paychecks : Reliable compensation you can count on Retirement Planning : 401(k) savings plan with company matching Employee Discounts : Access to hundreds of nationwide vendor discounts Recognition & Rewards : Be celebrated through our awards and recognition programs Career Advancement : Opportunities to grow within a dynamic organization Training & Mentorship : Benefit from structured onboarding and ongoing development Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid maternity leave Tuition assistance Disability insurance Paid paternity leave Key Responsibilities Develop RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, POs, and business cases for vendor selection Source, identify, and qualify IT vendors; maintain approved vendor database Negotiate MSAs, SOWs, and pricing for products and services Oversee contract renewals and monitor compliance with agreements Collaborate with IS teams and business groups to resolve vendor-related issues Create and distribute vendor scorecards; lead review meetings for performance improvement Process purchase requisitions and approve invoices for payment Partner with Finance to align vendor strategies with budget goals Continuously improve vendor management best practices Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience) 1–3 years of vendor management or procurement experience in a technology environment 1–3 years of contract administration/management experience Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple projects with exceptional attention to detail Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Experience in software license management (Microsoft, Adobe, Citrix) a plus Contract review and redlining experience a plus Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer literacy Shape the Future of IT Vendor Strategy — If you're ready to leverage your negotiation skills and vendor management expertise to drive operational success, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team that values precision, collaboration, and innovation. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Maxim Healthcare by 2x. Employment Type Full-time Seniority Level Not Applicable #J-18808-Ljbffr Maxim Healthcare