[Hiring] IT Vendor Management Analyst III @Banner Health

Role Description

Banner is currently seeking an IT Vendor Manager III position to join the high performing IT Vendor Management team, responsible for supporting contracts related to IT purchases on behalf of all Banner facilities and corporate departments.

In this position, you will work on agreements and negotiate with vendors on new purchases, renewals, potential vendor issues, invoice disputes, etc. This role requires flexibility as your daily plan may change at any time. You will partner/work closely with:

• Vendors
• Legal department
• IT finance
• IT intake and demand team
• Compliance department
• Business owners
• IT solution owners
• IT Sr. Leaders

This is a remote position, working Monday through Friday during normal business hours, available to residents in the following states only:

• AL, AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY

This position has ownership of managing complex IT vendor relationships, negotiating high-value contracts, and driving operational efficiencies. The role requires advanced analytical, strategic, and communication skills to deliver measurable outcomes aligned with organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in contract negotiation, vendor performance evaluation, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, health administration, procurement, information systems, or a related field.
• 4 years of progressive experience in IT vendor management, strategic sourcing, or procurement operations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex projects and cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, financial, problem solving, conflict resolution, and strategic planning skills.
• Experience with ROI and total cost of ownership analysis.
• Proficiency in vendor management systems and advanced reporting tools.

Requirements

• Lead the design and execution of IT vendor management strategies to maximize return on investment (ROI) and operational efficiency.
• Manage IT vendor management process enhancement and redesign efforts to streamline delivery.
• Manage IT vendor relationships and oversee IT vendor performance evaluations.
• Negotiate high-value IT contracts with minimal oversight.
• Develop comprehensive metrics, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms for executive-level presentations.
• Assist, develop, implement, and serve as a subject matter expert on IT vendor management policies and best practices.
• Collaborate with finance and legal teams to manage budgets and compliance risks.
• Mentor junior team members and provide training on IT vendor management practices.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to align IT vendor performance with organizational objectives.

Benefits

• Variety of benefit plans to help you and your family.
• Health and financial security options.

Estimated Pay Range

$37.14 - $61.90 / hour

Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate based on the circumstances at the time of posting.

EEO Statement

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.