GFT
What You Will Do
GFT is seeking a Director of Strategic Vendor Management to join our Technology Office Team. This role offers the option of following a hybrid work schedule from any GFT Inc – US location or the option of working fully remote.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary relationship owner for key software vendors (e.g., Autodesk, Bentley, ESRI, and other technology providers).
Develop, operate, and scale a partnership model that aligns vendor enterprise programs with the firm’s business objectives and digital initiatives.
Collaborate with business groups and Strategic Services leaders to ensure alignment and to deliver efficiencies, innovation, talent upskilling, and growth to the business.
Lead joint planning activities with vendors to influence product roadmaps, service offerings, and support models tailored to the needs of GFT.
Establish governance frameworks for tracking vendor and GFT activities, performance, and value to the business.
Align vendor enterprise program benefits (training, support, business development, marketing, innovation programs) with the needs and capabilities of GFT business operations.
Proactively manage innovation workstreams with vendors to ensure GFT teams are engaged and aligned with the firm’s strategic needs.
Track financial spend, license allocation, and utilization to support both 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 a related field.
Experience with utilizing technology vendor enterprise programs for business outcomes.
Knowledge of the AEC industry, key vendors, and technology vendor use cases.
Proven ability to manage multiple technology workstreams to desired outcomes and schedule.
What We Prefer You Bring
10+ years of experience in software vendor management, enterprise licensing, or IT.
Proven experience in managing technology vendor programs against strategic company initiatives.
10+ years of experience in the AEC industry, working with key vendors in support of key technology use cases.
Certifications from vendor programs.
Compensation The salary range for this role is $210,000 - $275,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including 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.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
Equal Opportunity Statement GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Information Unsolicited resumes from third‑party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.
Location: GFT Inc – US Locations
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full‑Time
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.
GFT requires the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
California Applicants – Applicants in the County of Los Angeles, the City of San Francisco, and the State of California will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, respectively, for qualified applications with arrest or conviction records.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the primary relationship owner for key software vendors (e.g., Autodesk, Bentley, ESRI, and other technology providers).
Develop, operate, and scale a partnership model that aligns vendor enterprise programs with the firm’s business objectives and digital initiatives.
Collaborate with business groups and Strategic Services leaders to ensure alignment and to deliver efficiencies, innovation, talent upskilling, and growth to the business.
Lead joint planning activities with vendors to influence product roadmaps, service offerings, and support models tailored to the needs of GFT.
Establish governance frameworks for tracking vendor and GFT activities, performance, and value to the business.
Align vendor enterprise program benefits (training, support, business development, marketing, innovation programs) with the needs and capabilities of GFT business operations.
Proactively manage innovation workstreams with vendors to ensure GFT teams are engaged and aligned with the firm’s strategic needs.
Track financial spend, license allocation, and utilization to support both 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 a related field.
Experience with utilizing technology vendor enterprise programs for business outcomes.
Knowledge of the AEC industry, key vendors, and technology vendor use cases.
Proven ability to manage multiple technology workstreams to desired outcomes and schedule.
What We Prefer You Bring
10+ years of experience in software vendor management, enterprise licensing, or IT.
Proven experience in managing technology vendor programs against strategic company initiatives.
10+ years of experience in the AEC industry, working with key vendors in support of key technology use cases.
Certifications from vendor programs.
Compensation The salary range for this role is $210,000 - $275,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits
Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including 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.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Company Overview At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.
Equal Opportunity Statement GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Information Unsolicited resumes from third‑party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.
Location: GFT Inc – US Locations
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full‑Time
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.
GFT requires the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.
California Applicants – Applicants in the County of Los Angeles, the City of San Francisco, and the State of California will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, respectively, for qualified applications with arrest or conviction records.
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