WillHire
Administrator, IT Vendor and Contract - Request #36551427
WillHire, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228
Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. Business and political climates may change, but we’re stronger than ever. Our A.M. Best rating is A+ (Superior) — making us the only health insurance company in South Carolina with that rating. We’re the largest insurance company in South Carolina …and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!
Job Title: Administrator, IT Vendor and Contract
Position Details:
Hours: 8:30 am – 5 pm - minimal overtime is possible
Required Technologies: Standard Office Products
Nice To Have: ICD Preferred
Day to Day: This role supports the full contract lifecycle. Responsibilities include reviewing new business purchase requests, requesting quotes, reviewing terms and conditions withing quotes, statements of work, and other contracts. Coordination and tracking of upcoming renewals. Work closely with the internal business owner and technology owners on contract renewals. The position requires proficiency in tools such as Excel, SharePoint, and our current system of record ICD for tracking and reporting. Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work with partnering teams daily, such as IS Procurement, Legal Dept., Asset Services, and Vendor Management. Additionally, the role involves monitoring performance against SLAs, supporting meetings with documentation, and identifying potential compliance risks to maintain organizational standards.
'The Team: This department operates in a fast-paced environment, supporting a wide range of customers across BCBSSC and most of various lines of business. Our work often involves tight deadlines, with busy end of quarters, a very busy end of year for renewals, and at times it may require overtime to meet critical deliverables. We’re a close-knit team that values collaboration and support. While we work in a high-functioning environment and pride ourselves on being hardworking, we also make space for fun and positivity. We partner closely with other teams across the AIMS organization. Our culture is a safe, inclusive space where everyone feels accepted and respected, and we welcome diverse perspectives.
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement the strategic sourcing and IT vendor relationship strategies. Work closely within IT to serve as the IT point of contact for product and service contract support, analysis, and negotiations. Responsible for the financial practices and procedures associated with the management of these contracts.
50% Reviews existing and new IT vendor contracts preparing redlines to legal terms where needed in contracts. Negotiates contract terms and conditions with vendor and internal customers ensuring mandatory government laws, regulations, corporate policies and procedures are adhered to. Consults with internal legal counsel in review of the contract terms and conditions for new/amended contracts and change orders. Documents and approves amendments that arise during implementation or execution. Evaluate and determine the most cost-effective and efficient means of acquiring IT hardware, software, and services. Ensure contracts/licenses will cover potential scope and use of IT hardware, software, and services.
40% Continually seeks optimal value in service from vendors, reviewing and monitoring performance and ROI metrics and initiating contract modifications. Monitors existing contracts, renegotiations, and renewal agreements during the duration of the contract without lapse of coverage/service. Ensures compliance with the contracts’ terms and conditions. Educate vendors and internal customers on processes affecting evaluations, risk, audits, etc.
10% Qualifies vendors and provides information needed to maintain an appropriate vendor database and tracking system to manage the contract life cycle process.
Required Skills and Abilities:
Basic understanding of all technical product and service needs across the enterprise. Strong negotiation skills. Strong customer service orientation. Strong knowledge of financial and/or contractual modeling techniques. Able to maintain knowledge of changing technologies. Able to support multiple contracts and complex enterprise agreements. Able to be creative in recommending contracts that offer the best near- and long-term value for IT.
Required Software and Tools : Standard office equipment. Required Education: Bachelor's degree Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field or 4 years of job related work experience or 2 years of job related experience plus an associate’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or other job related degree.
Required Work Experience : 10+ years experience in vendor relationship management, contract negotiation/management, and/or IT procurement.
This is the pay range that Magnit reasonably expects to pay someone for this position is $50.00/hour - $60.00/hour . Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (provided minimum eligibility hours are met).
BlueCross is a strong supporter of our veterans, and many service men and women have joined our ranks. We’ve found the dedication, work ethic and job skills that serve well in the military excel in many of our lines of business, and we proudly have veterans filling positions in Human Resources, Information Technology, Customer Service, Operations, General Services and more.
Through our government contracts, we also have employees serving at Shaw Air Force Base, the Naval Health Clinic in Charleston, the Naval Hospital in Beaufort and in our hometown of Columbia, S.C., at Ft. Jackson.If you are a full-time employee in the National Guard or Reserves, we will even cover the difference in your pay if you are called to active duty.If you're ready to join in a diverse company with secure, community roots and an innovative future, apply for a position now!
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Job Title: Administrator, IT Vendor and Contract
Position Details:
Hours: 8:30 am – 5 pm - minimal overtime is possible
Required Technologies: Standard Office Products
Nice To Have: ICD Preferred
Day to Day: This role supports the full contract lifecycle. Responsibilities include reviewing new business purchase requests, requesting quotes, reviewing terms and conditions withing quotes, statements of work, and other contracts. Coordination and tracking of upcoming renewals. Work closely with the internal business owner and technology owners on contract renewals. The position requires proficiency in tools such as Excel, SharePoint, and our current system of record ICD for tracking and reporting. Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work with partnering teams daily, such as IS Procurement, Legal Dept., Asset Services, and Vendor Management. Additionally, the role involves monitoring performance against SLAs, supporting meetings with documentation, and identifying potential compliance risks to maintain organizational standards.
'The Team: This department operates in a fast-paced environment, supporting a wide range of customers across BCBSSC and most of various lines of business. Our work often involves tight deadlines, with busy end of quarters, a very busy end of year for renewals, and at times it may require overtime to meet critical deliverables. We’re a close-knit team that values collaboration and support. While we work in a high-functioning environment and pride ourselves on being hardworking, we also make space for fun and positivity. We partner closely with other teams across the AIMS organization. Our culture is a safe, inclusive space where everyone feels accepted and respected, and we welcome diverse perspectives.
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement the strategic sourcing and IT vendor relationship strategies. Work closely within IT to serve as the IT point of contact for product and service contract support, analysis, and negotiations. Responsible for the financial practices and procedures associated with the management of these contracts.
50% Reviews existing and new IT vendor contracts preparing redlines to legal terms where needed in contracts. Negotiates contract terms and conditions with vendor and internal customers ensuring mandatory government laws, regulations, corporate policies and procedures are adhered to. Consults with internal legal counsel in review of the contract terms and conditions for new/amended contracts and change orders. Documents and approves amendments that arise during implementation or execution. Evaluate and determine the most cost-effective and efficient means of acquiring IT hardware, software, and services. Ensure contracts/licenses will cover potential scope and use of IT hardware, software, and services.
40% Continually seeks optimal value in service from vendors, reviewing and monitoring performance and ROI metrics and initiating contract modifications. Monitors existing contracts, renegotiations, and renewal agreements during the duration of the contract without lapse of coverage/service. Ensures compliance with the contracts’ terms and conditions. Educate vendors and internal customers on processes affecting evaluations, risk, audits, etc.
10% Qualifies vendors and provides information needed to maintain an appropriate vendor database and tracking system to manage the contract life cycle process.
Required Skills and Abilities:
Basic understanding of all technical product and service needs across the enterprise. Strong negotiation skills. Strong customer service orientation. Strong knowledge of financial and/or contractual modeling techniques. Able to maintain knowledge of changing technologies. Able to support multiple contracts and complex enterprise agreements. Able to be creative in recommending contracts that offer the best near- and long-term value for IT.
Required Software and Tools : Standard office equipment. Required Education: Bachelor's degree Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field or 4 years of job related work experience or 2 years of job related experience plus an associate’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or other job related degree.
Required Work Experience : 10+ years experience in vendor relationship management, contract negotiation/management, and/or IT procurement.
This is the pay range that Magnit reasonably expects to pay someone for this position is $50.00/hour - $60.00/hour . Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (provided minimum eligibility hours are met).
BlueCross is a strong supporter of our veterans, and many service men and women have joined our ranks. We’ve found the dedication, work ethic and job skills that serve well in the military excel in many of our lines of business, and we proudly have veterans filling positions in Human Resources, Information Technology, Customer Service, Operations, General Services and more.
Through our government contracts, we also have employees serving at Shaw Air Force Base, the Naval Health Clinic in Charleston, the Naval Hospital in Beaufort and in our hometown of Columbia, S.C., at Ft. Jackson.If you are a full-time employee in the National Guard or Reserves, we will even cover the difference in your pay if you are called to active duty.If you're ready to join in a diverse company with secure, community roots and an innovative future, apply for a position now!
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