IT Vendor Governance Specialist

1 week ago


Staffordshire, United Kingdom Talent Full time
Job Title: IT Vendor Governance Specialist

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced IT Vendor Governance Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for governing and overseeing the effective operation of processes relating to ensuring we maximise the value for money for our software, hardware and Services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the delivery of a defined portfolio of IT contracted services for to agreed standards and SLAs.
  • Support contract performance management monitoring and attend contract meetings.
  • Provide support on contractual issues arising working in conjunction with the Commercial (Contracts and Procurement) team.
  • Assist in the updating of the contracts register held by Commercial.
  • Monitor and undertake software renewals including assessing licencing models to identify optimal purchasing routes.
  • Contribute to procurement activities including obtaining quotations, further competitions and tender exercises.

Requirements:

  • IT supply chain/vendor management experience in managing a wide portfolio of third party contracts.
  • Experience of analysis and decision making requiring financial / commercial awareness, within an IT environment.
  • Running or participating in competitive exercises in a public sector context government including quotations, tenders and framework competitions.
  • Experience as part of a commercial negotiating team.
  • Experience coordinating budget setting and reforecasting.
  • Experience implementing good practice in supply chain management, procurement and purchasing.

Benefits:

  • Flexi time – flexible working.
  • Pension Scheme - one of the best pension schemes in the country with guaranteed pension payable.
  • Annual Leave Entitlement - starting at 26 days plus bank holidays.
  • Fostering friendly policy.
  • Family friendly policies – maternity, paternity, parental leave, adoption.
  • Occupational Health.
  • On site Gyms.
  • Staff associations.
  • Reward and Recognition.
  • Blue light Card – not solely for Staffs police.
  • Staff restaurant at HQ.
  • Free parking.

About Us:

We are a dynamic and innovative organisation, committed to delivering exceptional services to our community. We offer a range of benefits and opportunities for career development and growth.



  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    Job Title: Vendor Management SpecialistAre you a seasoned professional with a passion for vendor management and IT contract governance? Do you have a knack for analyzing complex financial and commercial data to inform strategic decisions? We're looking for a talented individual to join our team as a Vendor Management Specialist.Key Responsibilities:Manage a...


  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom Talent Full time £36,995

    Main ResponsibilitiesAs a key member of the Digital Data and Technology (DDaT) team, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing the effective operation of processes related to IT vendor management.Key TasksMonitoring and reporting on the performance of vendor management processesIdentifying causes for under-performance and developing action plans to...


  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    Job Title: Vendor ManagerJoin our team as a Vendor Manager and play a key role in ensuring the effective operation of processes relating to ensuring we maximise the value for money for our software, hardware and Services.Job Summary:The Vendor Manager is responsible for governing and overseeing the effective operation of processes relating to ensuring we...


  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    Job Title: Vendor ManagerJoin our team as a Vendor Manager and play a key role in ensuring the effective operation of processes relating to ensuring we maximise the value for money for our software, hardware and Services.Job Summary:The Vendor Manager is responsible for governing and overseeing the effective operation of processes relating to ensuring we...

  • Vendor Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Staffordshire, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    Vendor ManagerDigital Data and Technology (DDaT)£36,995 + Package.Staffordshire PoliceStafford. Hybrid.Role PurposeDigital, Data and Technology (DDaT) are responsible for transforming and supporting all of the force's digital technology needs.The Service team are responsible for all of the end user support in the ‘live’ environment whether it is...

  • Vendor Manager

    12 hours ago


    Staffordshire, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    Job Description Vendor Manager Digital Data and Technology (DDaT) £36,995 + Package. Staffordshire Police Stafford. Hybrid. Role Purpose Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) are responsible for transforming and supporting all of the force's digital technology needs. The Service team are responsible for all of the end user support in the...

  • Vendor Manager

    6 days ago


    Staffordshire, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    Vendor ManagerDigital Data and Technology (DDaT)£36,995 + Package.Staffordshire PoliceStafford. Hybrid.Role PurposeDigital, Data and Technology (DDaT) are responsible for transforming and supporting all of the force's digital technology needs.The Service team are responsible for all of the end user support in the ‘live’ environment whether it is...

  • Vendor Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Staffordshire, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    Vendor ManagerDigital Data and Technology (DDaT)£36,995 + Package.Staffordshire PoliceStafford. Hybrid.Role PurposeDigital, Data and Technology (DDaT) are responsible for transforming and supporting all of the force's digital technology needs.The Service team are responsible for all of the end user support in the ‘live’ environment whether it is...


  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom Talent Full time £36,995

    Job Title: Digital Vendor ManagerJob Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Digital Vendor Manager to join our team at Talent. As a key member of our Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) department, you will be responsible for governing and overseeing the effective operation of processes relating to ensuring we maximise the value for money for our software,...


  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitment Full time

    MAC Engineer – MAC Support SpecialistThis is an initial 5-day discovery engagement that will lead to more work with a top client of ours, a leading Solutions Provider. They have an urgent requirement for an Engineer/Consultant to be onsite at one of their leading end-user clients in the Staffordshire area. Their whole estate is running on Mac...


  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitment Full time

    MAC Engineer – MAC Support SpecialistThis is an initial 5-day discovery engagement that will lead to more work with a top client of ours, a leading Solutions Provider. They have an urgent requirement for an Engineer/Consultant to be onsite at one of their leading end-user clients in the Staffordshire area. Their whole estate is running on Mac...


  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitment Full time

    MAC Engineer – MAC Support SpecialistThis is an initial 5-day discovery engagement, which will lead to more work. A top client of ours, a leading Solutions Provider, has an urgent requirement for an Engineer/Consultant to be onsite at one of their leading end-user clients in the Staffordshire area. Their whole estate is running on Mac infrastructure, with...


  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitment Full time

    MAC Engineer – MAC Support SpecialistThis is an initial 5-day discovery engagement, which will lead to more work. A top client of ours, a leading Solutions Provider, has an urgent requirement for an Engineer/Consultant to be onsite at one of their leading end-user clients in the Staffordshire area. Their whole estate is running on Mac infrastructure, with...


  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    Network Infrastructure SpecialistWe are seeking a highly skilled Network Infrastructure Specialist to play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing our network infrastructure. This is an opportunity to work with leading technologies and vendors, including Cisco, Juniper, and Aruba.Key Responsibilities:Ensure the security, capability, availability, and...


  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom Talent Full time £51,251

    Network Infrastructure SpecialistAt Talent, we are seeking a highly skilled Network Infrastructure Specialist to play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing our network infrastructure. This is an opportunity to work with leading technologies and vendors, including Cisco, Juniper, and Aruba, and to contribute to our mission of providing secure and...


  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom Talent Full time

    Job DescriptionAs a key member of the Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) team, the successful candidate will be responsible for governing and overseeing the effective operation of processes relating to ensuring we maximise the value for money for our software, hardware and Services.The post holder will be responsible for monitoring and reporting on...

  • Senior Mac Engineer

    3 weeks ago


    Staffordshire, United Kingdom InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: B1 Licenced EngineerWe are seeking a highly skilled Mac Engineer to join our team at InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in supporting and troubleshooting Mac infrastructure in large-scale enterprise environments.Key Responsibilities:Native Mac Device Support...

  • Senior Mac Engineer

    3 weeks ago


    Staffordshire, United Kingdom InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: B1 Licenced EngineerWe are seeking a highly skilled Mac Engineer to join our team at InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in supporting and troubleshooting Mac infrastructure in large-scale enterprise environments.Key Responsibilities:Native Mac Device Support...


  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitment Full time

    Mac Engineer Wanted for Urgent Onsite ProjectThis is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Mac Engineer to lead a 5-day discovery project for a leading Solutions Provider in the Staffordshire area.The client has an urgent requirement for an Engineer/Consultant to be onsite at one of their leading end-user clients, where they have a large Mac infrastructure...


  • Staffordshire, United Kingdom InfraView - Specialist Cloud & IT Infrastructure Technology Recruitment Full time

    Mac Engineer Wanted for Urgent Onsite ProjectThis is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Mac Engineer to lead a 5-day discovery project for a leading Solutions Provider in the Staffordshire area.The client has an urgent requirement for an Engineer/Consultant to be onsite at one of their leading end-user clients, where they have a large Mac infrastructure...