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Expert IT Vendor Management (m/fd)

Cologne, deFull-time2026-10-29 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Manage IT vendor and contract lifecycle to ensure cost transparency, compliance, and informed sourcing decisions.

Role type

Senior IT Vendor Manager

Builds

Compliant IT sourcing processes and transparent spend visibility

Domain

IT Operations / Procurement

Required skills

Vendor lifecycle management, Contract analysis, Cost attribution, Sourcing strategy, Commercial negotiation, Contract law knowledge

Preferred skills

AI and automation tools, Low-code platforms

Technologies

AI, Intelligent automation, Workflow technologies, Low-code platforms

Responsibilities

Coordinate vendor and contract lifecycle, Analyze invoices and cloud costs, Monitor vendor compliance, Evaluate commercial data for make-or-buy decisions, Support stakeholder sourcing decisions, Contribute to vendor negotiations

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC