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This role involves monitoring, and evaluating vendor performance, ensuring timely delivery of services, and maintaining comprehensive records of all IT contracts and associated documentation. The analyst will collaborate with internal departments such as supply chain, legal, finance, and IT to optimize vendor performance and contract value throughout the vendor lifecycle. This position will work closely with management on scoping efforts for project specific initiatives as well as annual budget and forecasting.This position will support management with the ordering of all IT inventory for both general use and projects. Inventory management and purchasing plays a critical role in day-to-day operation of our organization. Staying on top of backorders or other fulfillment delays and communicating those in a timely and concise manner is essential to this role’s success.\nAdditionally this position will be responsible for managing the receiving and tracking of IT inventory. Partnering with all of IT will be a big part of each day. This includes making sure regular on hand inventory levels are maintained, inventory leaving our warehouses is properly accounted for and projects orders are complete and placed in a timely manner. Logging inventory shipments as received in Workday, so vendors are paid on time is all part of the job.\nSEARHCis a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.\nWorking at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.\nKey Essentials Functions and Accountabilities of the Job\nVendor Relationship Management:\nDevelop and maintain strong, positive relationships with IT vendors.\nServe as the primary liaison between the organization and its IT vendors.\nFacilitate effective communication and collaboration between vendors and internal stakeholders.\n\nContract Management:\nOversee the entire lifecycle of IT contracts, from negotiation and execution to renewal and termination, with special attention to ensuring renewals are purchased on time as to avoid any fees or penalties.\nEnsure all IT contracts comply with company policies, get legal review, and software passes IT our Security Risk Analysis prior to signing.\nMaintain accurate and up-to-date records of all vendor contracts and agreements utilizing available contract management software.\n\nPerformance Monitoring:\nMonitor vendor performance to ensure compliance with contractual terms and service level agreements (SLAs). When SLAs are not met start the process for getting vendor credit as outlined in the contract, when applicable.\nConduct regular reviews and assessments of vendor performance, providing feedback and addressing any issues or discrepancies.\nDevelop and implement performance metrics and reporting systems to evaluate vendor effectiveness.\n\nCost Management:\nAnalyze and manage IT vendor costs to ensure cost-effectiveness and budget adherence.\nIdentify opportunities for cost savings and value optimization in vendor contracts and services.\nParticipate in budget, planning and forecasting activities related to IT vendor services.\n\nRisk Management:\nIdentify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with IT vendor relationships and contracts.\nIdentify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with IT sourcing.\nDevelop and implement risk management strategies to minimize potential disruptions and ensure business continuity.\n\nProcurement:\nCollaborate and assist IT management team with ordering and sourcing equipment for all IT departments including Network, System Administration, Technical Operations and Biomedical.\nAbility to actively manage the procurement process ensuring transparency to all parties so that teams can accurately plan projects and initiatives, as well pivot accordingly when needed.\nAssist in the evaluation and selection of new IT vendors, ensuring alignment with business needs and strategic objectives.\nAssist in negotiating favorable terms and conditions with vendors to secure optimal outcomes for the organization as needed.\n\nInventory Management:\nBe the point person for quarterly, year end and surprise inventory audits of IT storage and warehouses to ensure accurate counts are being maintained and shrinkage is minimal.\nAssess and report any storage or security issues that are apparent so appropriate remediation can be done.\nCoordinate shipping, receiving and all other aspects of the inventory lifecycle.\nPlay a lead role in the E-Waste retirement and disposal at SEARHC, including researching and securing vendors, managing rates, shipping and delivery, as well as coordinating with IT teams to ensure deadlines are met successfully.\n\nReporting and Documentation:\nEnsure accurate reports are available on vendor performance, contract status, inventory on hand, and cost analysis to IT leadership.\nMaintain comprehensive documentation of all vendor interactions, contract changes, ratings and performance evaluations.\nFully utilize SEARHC’s contract management software to maintain accurate records of all contracts and associated documentation.\n\nOther Functions\nThis job description is intended to provide an overview of the responsibilities and requirements of the role. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the needs of the organization.\n\nEducation, Certifications, and Licenses Required\nBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred but on the job experience in a similar role will be evaluated and considered.\nExperience Required\nTwo or more years of experience in vendor management, contract management, or a related role is preferred but not required. Education can be substituted for experience.\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities\nAbility to work in a fast-paced environment that is continuously changing.\nPride in your work and a drive to succeed.\nHigh aptitude to learn and apply new skills (software, organizational, reporting, etc.).\nTalent to work collaboratively and independently as needed.\nClear communication of ideas and details to both individuals and groups is critical.\nComputer Skills:\nSuperior Excel skills with the ability to both build and work with complex spreadsheets and reports is a must.\nExposure to supply chain, procurement or inventory management software is a plus.\nContract management system experience is desired.\nCandidates with Workday experience preferred, but not required. 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