Hybrid IT Vendor Manager: Strategy & Growth

Bupa; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A health insurance company in Salford is seeking a Senior Vendor Manager to oversee IT vendor relationships and ensure strategic partnerships deliver value. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing third-party suppliers, strong contract negotiation skills, and the ability to drive efficiencies in vendor engagements. This role offers hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare and an enhanced pension plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Bupa health insurance

Enhanced pension plan

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Experience managing third-party suppliers, ideally in IT.
• Strong contract skills and commercial acumen.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead vendor management for specific IT categories.
• Build and maintain relationships with technology suppliers.
• Develop and maintain supplier strategies.

Skills

Third-party supplier management

IT contract skills

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Education

Relevant IT or business degree

Job description

A health insurance company in Salford is seeking a Senior Vendor Manager to oversee IT vendor relationships and ensure strategic partnerships deliver value. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing third-party suppliers, strong contract negotiation skills, and the ability to drive efficiencies in vendor engagements. This role offers hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare and an enhanced pension plan.