GFT
What You Will Do
Director of Strategic Vendor Management will lead GFT’s strategic relationships with enterprise software vendors, focusing on long‑term partnerships and governance models, while collaborating with business groups, finance, and IT to align vendor capabilities with business needs. The role reports to the CTO and drives innovation, efficiency, growth, and operational excellence across the Technology@GFT program.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary relationship owner for key software vendors (e.g., Autodesk, Bentley, ESRI).
Develop, operate, and scale a partnership model that aligns vendor programs with the firm’s business objectives and digital initiatives.
Collaborate with business groups and Strategic Services leaders to deliver efficiencies, innovation, and talent upskilling.
Lead joint planning activities with vendors to influence product road‑maps, service offerings, and support models.
Establish governance frameworks for tracking vendor activities, performance, and value to the business.
Align vendor benefits (training, support, marketing, innovation programs) with GFT business needs.
Proactively manage innovation workstreams with vendors to ensure alignment with strategic needs.
Track financial spend, license allocation, and utilization for corporate functions and project delivery teams.
Serve as the primary point of contact for conflict resolution.
Partner with IT procurement on contract renewals and negotiations.
What You Will Bring To Our Firm
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
Experience with utilizing technology vendor enterprise programs for business outcomes.
Knowledge of the AEC industry, key vendors, and support use cases.
Proven ability to manage multiple technology workstreams to desired outcomes and schedule.
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of experience in software vendor management, enterprise licensing, or IT.
Proven experience managing vendor programs against strategic initiatives.
10+ years of experience in the AEC industry working with key vendors.
Certifications from vendor programs.
Compensation $210,000 – $275,000, dependent on experience and geographic location.
Benefits
Hybrid (in‑person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package: wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Professional development support and access to internal and external training.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview GFT is a privately‑held AEC firm that innovates where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We build the Infrastructure of Life and pride ourselves on strong relationships with over 5,000 industry professionals.
Equal Opportunity Employer GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Location GFT Inc - US Locations (hybrid or fully remote). Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Details Full‑Time position; required criminal background check.
California Fair Chance California applicants, including those in Los Angeles County and San Francisco, will be considered in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑Time
Job Function Business Development and Sales; Industries: Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, Architecture and Planning
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Responsibilities
Serve as the primary relationship owner for key software vendors (e.g., Autodesk, Bentley, ESRI).
Develop, operate, and scale a partnership model that aligns vendor programs with the firm’s business objectives and digital initiatives.
Collaborate with business groups and Strategic Services leaders to deliver efficiencies, innovation, and talent upskilling.
Lead joint planning activities with vendors to influence product road‑maps, service offerings, and support models.
Establish governance frameworks for tracking vendor activities, performance, and value to the business.
Align vendor benefits (training, support, marketing, innovation programs) with GFT business needs.
Proactively manage innovation workstreams with vendors to ensure alignment with strategic needs.
Track financial spend, license allocation, and utilization for corporate functions and project delivery teams.
Serve as the primary point of contact for conflict resolution.
Partner with IT procurement on contract renewals and negotiations.
What You Will Bring To Our Firm
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
Experience with utilizing technology vendor enterprise programs for business outcomes.
Knowledge of the AEC industry, key vendors, and support use cases.
Proven ability to manage multiple technology workstreams to desired outcomes and schedule.
Preferred Qualifications
10+ years of experience in software vendor management, enterprise licensing, or IT.
Proven experience managing vendor programs against strategic initiatives.
10+ years of experience in the AEC industry working with key vendors.
Certifications from vendor programs.
Compensation $210,000 – $275,000, dependent on experience and geographic location.
Benefits
Hybrid (in‑person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package: wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Professional development support and access to internal and external training.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview GFT is a privately‑held AEC firm that innovates where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We build the Infrastructure of Life and pride ourselves on strong relationships with over 5,000 industry professionals.
Equal Opportunity Employer GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Location GFT Inc - US Locations (hybrid or fully remote). Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Details Full‑Time position; required criminal background check.
California Fair Chance California applicants, including those in Los Angeles County and San Francisco, will be considered in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑Time
Job Function Business Development and Sales; Industries: Civil Engineering, Truck Transportation, Architecture and Planning
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