Vendor Manager Job at Holcim, Chicago, IL

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  • Holcim
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers' greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.

Description:

ABOUT THE ROLE

The IT Vendor Project Management Manager manages vendor relationships with strategic partners in particular and IT vendors in general with the objective of creating group synergies and improving contract efficiencies. He/she should have a very good understanding of offshoring, outsourcing and insourcing, IT services (cloud), Service Management, and SW licensing and should be able to guide the group at various stages on decisions regarding projects and operations.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

  • Coordinate with Enterprise Architecture/Applications/Infrastructure/Procurement/Legal teams and prospective vendors
  • Ensure that contracts align with the business and offer good value for money
  • Manage contracts throughout their lifecycle, including all changes and variations
  • Manage effectively all requirements of external consultants, their compliance in terms of local regulations, and also Holcim’s health and safety directives
  • Define vendor improvement plans, plan for continuous improvements, manage disputes, and ensure resolution.
  • Manage vendor performance score carding (deliver & service level agreements) and ensure contractual obligations are met.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
  • Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Bachelor's degree or 10 years of IT vendor management or IT procurement equivalent experience

Additional Education Preferred: Master's degree

Field of Study Preferred: Science/engineering/business management or related discipline with an IT focus.

Required Work Experience: 5+ years of IT vendor management or IT procurement experience.

Required Computer and Software Skills: Proficient/Advanced skills in MS Office; specifically Excel and PPT, Google Mail & Drive. Basic SAP knowledge or equivalent

Travel Requirements: 25%

Additional Requirements:

  • Excellent English (written& spoken) – Spanish is a plus
  • Project management leadership skills and the ability to handle multiple projects at the same time.
  • Ability to work independently in a dynamic, ambiguous, and newly forming organization.
  • Strong negotiation capability; ability to develop and manage complex agreements. Familiarity with contract structures, basic legal terms, and legal drafting.
  • Ability to lead and drive cross-functional teams, build relationships, and command respect.
  • Strong analytical and execution skills with an understanding of key cost drivers within the supply chains.
  • Excellent category knowledge (markets, usage, TCO etc.).
  • Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive salary
  • Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
  • Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
  • Holistic Health & Well-being programs
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
  • Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
  • Paid time off & paid holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Dress for your day

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE

At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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