IT Manager (Vendor Management Office)

Summary: This position will help the AutoZone Information Technology team manage the multitude of agreements and contracts. This position will build a team to help identify and drive cost efficiencies and remove unnecessary waste in the process of sourcing outside professional services. This team will interface closely with project teams, the finance business partners, and the legal team. Responsibilities: Manages all the IT master contracts and statements of work Establishes standard rates and terms for repeat services Assists with sourcing contingent workers Assists with establishing strategic relationships with key vendors to optimize AutoZone’s effectiveness and profitability Identifies resource management opportunities across the portfolio of IT projects Establishes project governance standards and reporting Works closely with the finance business partners to ensure that work is properly funded, reported and meets contractual obligations. Communicates status of activities with teams, peers, management, and business partners Selects, develops, and motivates assigned staff Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration Typically requires ten to fifteen years’ experience based on consistently demonstrated capabilities Knowledge of MS Office Proficient knowledge of negotiating Proficient knowledge of project management skills Proficient knowledge of working with legal agreements and contracts People leadership/supervisory skills. Coaching and Mentoring are key components of this position. Problem solving and analytical skills Presentation, facilitation and writing skills