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Job Description
Senior IT Vendor Manager
Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.
This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.
The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
We are seeking a seasoned Senior IT Vendor Manager with a specialized focus on IT Professional Services, alongside management of other IT categories such as hardware, software, and cloud services. This role will manage vendor relationships and ensure the quality and delivery of IT services meet our high standards and business objectives.
As a Senior IT Vendor Manager, You Will Have The Opportunity To Tap Into Your Curiosity And Collaborate With Some Of The Most Innovative People Around The World. Here, You Will Make An Impact By
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:
Relocation Assistance: Is not authorized
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Supporting Your Well-being
3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.
Chat with Max
For assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.com/careers.
Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $183,301 - $224,034, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.
Good Faith Posting Date Range 03/10/2025 To 04/09/2025 Or until filled
All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.
Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.
Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.
Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/
3M is an equal opportunity employer. 3M will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.
3M Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement
Carefully read these Terms of Use before using this website. Your access to and use of this website and application for a job at 3M are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms.
Please access the linked document by clicking here, select the country where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application, you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.
Senior IT Vendor Manager
Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World
Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.
This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.
The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
We are seeking a seasoned Senior IT Vendor Manager with a specialized focus on IT Professional Services, alongside management of other IT categories such as hardware, software, and cloud services. This role will manage vendor relationships and ensure the quality and delivery of IT services meet our high standards and business objectives.
As a Senior IT Vendor Manager, You Will Have The Opportunity To Tap Into Your Curiosity And Collaborate With Some Of The Most Innovative People Around The World. Here, You Will Make An Impact By
- Oversee all aspects of vendor relationships for IT professional services, including consulting, implementation, managed services, and support services.
- Assist corporate procurement in the negotiation of contracts, SLAs (Service Level Agreements), and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) with IT service providers to ensure alignment with company goals.
- Monitor vendor performance, manage escalations, and drive continuous improvement in service delivery.
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies that reduce costs while increasing value, focusing on IT professional services.
- Assist corporate procurement and lead IT stakeholders with RFPs (Request for Proposals), RFIs (Request for Information), and other procurement processes for IT services.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and the IT Talent Management function to support the IT Labor Strategy which will drive towards an effective workforce comprised of a mixture of employees and various types of professional services labor
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in IT, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management (completed and verified prior to start)
- Seven (7) years of experience in IT vendor management, with at least 3 years focused on IT professional services in a private, public, government or military environment
- Proven track record in managing large, complex IT service contracts.
- MBA degree in IT, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management from an accredited institution
- Certification in Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Outsourcing Professional (COP), or similar.
- Three (3) years of IT professional services in a private, public, government or military environment
- Cultivate strong, strategic partnerships with key IT vendors to enhance business capabilities and innovation.
- Facilitate communication between vendors, IT teams, and other stakeholders to ensure project success and alignment with business strategy.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT service vendors, including financial, compliance, and operational risks.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant procurement policies, data protection laws, and industry standards.
- Regularly review and report on vendor performance metrics against set benchmarks.
- Use data-driven insights to influence vendor selection and management strategies.
- Strong negotiation, contract management, and relationship management skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
- Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, or similar tools used in vendor management.
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
- Work Your Way Eligible (Employee choice to work remote, on site, or hybrid)
- Hybrid Eligible (Job duties allow for some remote work but require travel to the Maplewood or Austin location 3 days per week.
Relocation Assistance: Is not authorized
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
Supporting Your Well-being
3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.
Chat with Max
For assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.com/careers.
Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $183,301 - $224,034, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.
Good Faith Posting Date Range 03/10/2025 To 04/09/2025 Or until filled
All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.
Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.
Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.
Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/
3M is an equal opportunity employer. 3M will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.
3M Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement
Carefully read these Terms of Use before using this website. Your access to and use of this website and application for a job at 3M are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms.
Please access the linked document by clicking here, select the country where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application, you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.
Salary : $183,301 - $224,034
