IT Vendor Management Specialist (Des Moines)DataStaff, Inc. • Des Moines, IA, United States

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IT Vendor Management Specialist (Des Moines)

DataStaff, Inc. • Des Moines, IA, United States

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DataStaff, Inc . is currently seeking an IT Vendor Management Specialist for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients in Des Moines, IA.

This position is hybrid; 1 day per week will be onsite

Job Description :

This position will play a key role in managing IT vendor relationships, ensuring contract compliance, and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT vendor management, contract oversight, and risk mitigation.

Minimum Qualification : Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and a minimum of two years of full-time relevant work experience.

Duties and Responsibilities :

IT Vendor Relationship ManagementDevelop and maintain strong relationships with key IT vendors and service providers.

Serve as the escalation point for vendor-related issues and disputes.

Facilitate regular vendor performance and business reviews.

IT Agreement & SLA OversightOversee negotiation, execution, and renewal of IT Statements of Work (SOWs).

Ensure alignment with legal, financial, and operational standards.

Monitor compliance with SLAs, KPIs, and contractual obligations.

Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to ensure enforceable and favorable contract terms.

IT Financial & Risk ManagementTrack vendor spends and ensures alignment with IT budgets and forecasts.

Identify and manage vendor-related risks, including cybersecurity, data privacy, and operational continuity.

Support audits and compliance initiatives related to vendor engagements.

Change and Issue ManagementLog and track vendor-related issues, escalations, and change requests.

Coordinate resolution of service disruptions or contract disputes.

Document change control approvals for IT services or infrastructure.

Stakeholder CommunicationSchedule and document vendor meetings, demos, and onboarding sessions.

Communicate vendor updates, risks, and contract changes to stakeholders.

Required Skills :

3 Years - Manage vendor relationships for software, hardware, cloud services, and IT consulting engagements.

3 Years - Experience tracking SLAs, KPIs, and risk metrics; initiating corrective actions for underperformance.

3 Years - Knowledge of IT procurement standards, including cybersecurity, data privacy, and accessibility.

3 Years - Ability to develop and maintain a strategic vendor portfolio aligned with the agencys IT roadmap.

3 Years - Conduct market research to identify emerging technologies and qualified vendors.

3 Years - Benchmark vendor pricing and service levels against industry standards to ensure value for money.

This position is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months

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