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FIS

Principal, IT Vendor Management

FIS

. Lead the enterprise vendor management strategy for global IT services and contingent labor suppliers .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeJacksonville • Florida • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in vendor management, sourcing, and outsourcing, with a strong focus on IT services and contingent labor programs. Proven ability to lead governance frameworks, manage supplier relationships, and drive performance through data-driven metrics and compliance standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Vendor ManagementPerformance ManagementContract ManagementGovernance FrameworksContingent Labor Programs

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Hard Skills
Vendor Risk ManagementService-Level AgreementsFinancial OversightData-Driven ReportingSupplier Performance PracticesTransformation InitiativesManaged Service Provider ModelsGovernance Approaches for AIWorkforce Management ToolsExecutive-Level Supplier Relationships
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsInfluencing SkillsCollaboration SkillsExecutive Presence
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business AdministrationBachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management
Industry Keywords
IT ServicesContingent LaborSupplier ManagementGovernanceOperational Excellence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the enterprise vendor management strategy for global IT services and contingent labor suppliers
  • Build and scale governance frameworks to improve supplier performance, manage risk, and deliver business value
  • Manage executive-level supplier relationships, including steering committees, quarterly business reviews, and strategic planning sessions
  • Drive performance through service-level agreements, key performance indicators, experience metrics, and data-driven reporting
  • Lead vendor onboarding, offboarding, and transition programs to ensure service continuity and operational stability
  • Partner with Procurement and Finance to optimize contracts, commercial governance, and supplier investments
  • Establish governance approaches for artificial intelligence within outsourced services and contingent labor programs
  • Oversee contingent workforce operations, supplier management programs, and workforce management tools
  • Promote supplier-led innovation, automation, and transformation initiatives with measurable business outcomes
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and vendor risk management standards
  • Influence how suppliers contribute to operational excellence, innovation, and long-term business outcomes
  • Drive effective governance, transformation, and workforce strategies supporting reliable, scalable technology solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 10+ years of experience in vendor management, sourcing, outsourcing, or supplier management, with a strong focus on IT services and contingent labor programs
  • Proven experience leading global vendor management or strategic partner management functions
  • Deep knowledge of contingent labor programs, managed service provider models, and vendor management systems
  • Experience managing large-scale technology service providers and infrastructure outsourcing relationships
  • Demonstrated success leading vendor transitions, transformation initiatives, and governance programs
  • Strong expertise in performance management, service-level agreements, contract management, and financial oversight
  • Knowledge of vendor risk management, compliance requirements, and supplier performance practices
  • Executive presence with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders
  • Strong analytical and financial management skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
  • Ability to travel up to 25%, including domestic and international travel as business needs require
  • For positions located in the US, conditional offers require a drug test

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Internal career growth opportunities
  • Flexible and creative work environment
  • Diverse and collaborative atmosphere
  • Professional and personal development resources
  • Opportunities to volunteer and support charities