L&I IT Vendor Management Specialist
Core
Manage enterprise software supplier relationships, contract renewals, licensing compliance, and technology procurement for the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.
Role type
Senior IT Vendor Management Specialist (Technology Business Management)
Builds
Enterprise software portfolios, vendor contracts, and cost-optimized technology solutions
Domain
Public sector government / IT Vendor Management & Technology Business Management
Required skills
Vendor relationship management, contract administration, software asset management, technology procurement, supplier relationship management, technology financial management, IT-related analysis, budgeting, forecasting, cost management, financial evaluation, Microsoft Excel (advanced)
Preferred skills
Washington State public-sector procurement training, contract management certification, vendor management certification, software asset management certification, ITIL certification, experience with Washington State government technology programs
Technologies
Excel, ITIL, Network Security, Web
Responsibilities
Lead vendor relationship management for enterprise software suppliers and technology service providers; Coordinate software contract renewals, amendments, maintenance agreements, and subscription services; Negotiate pricing, licensing terms, service levels, and contract provisions; Identify risks related to vendor deliverables and develop mitigation strategies; Coordinate procurement activities with Contracts and Purchasing staff; Oversee enterprise software license inventories and usage; Forecast software expenditures and prepare budget projections; Research emerging vendor products and assess solutions against agency needs; Advise leaders on software acquisition and investment strategies; Develop and maintain vendor management procedures and contract administration practices; Support audits and compliance reviews.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC