IT Vendor Management Director

Join our Digital & Information Services team as IT Vendor Management Director. We're looking for a strategic and influential leader who can turn vendor relationships into business value and drive results.

In the role, you will develop and enhance SGI & SGI CANADA enterprise-wide IT vendor management strategy, influence key decisions, and build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

This position oversees the entire IT vendor management process, from identifying and procuring IT products and services to managing performance, costs, risks, and vendor relationships. You will work with internal and external partners, including multiple business units within SGI, Government of Saskatchewan ministries and crown corporations, and the IT Solutions Association of Saskatchewan. Together, you will ensure our IT vendor management aligns with provincial and industry standards.

What You will Bring

We want to hear from you if you have:

• Strong knowledge of IT agreements, procurement practices, governance frameworks, and financial management principles.
• Knowledge of the insurance industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and executing vendor management frameworks, governance models, sourcing strategies, and performance measurement programs.
• Strong knowledge of contract management, commercial negotiations, IT procurement, software licensing, cloud services, SLAs, and vendor relationship management.
• A passion for driving innovation, improving processes, optimising costs, managing risk, and delivering measurable business value through strong vendor partnerships.
• A relationship-focused leader who can balance strategy, governance, risk, finance, and technology.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to build trusted partnerships across external vendors, executive leadership, and business, legal, procurement, and technology teams.

The knowledge, skills, and competencies for this position come from and a four-year degree in a relevant field such as Information Technology or Business along with ten years’ experience in vendor management, including policies, performance, vendor risk, relationships, contract development and negotiation, and issue/dispute resolution, including experience supporting the development of others. A Professional designation such as the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), the Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), or the Certified Technology Procurement Executive (CTPE) is also valued.

Don’t worry about checking every box! We value diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you bring people together, navigate complexity with confidence, transform vendor relationships into business value, and are comfortable discussing technology strategy, risk management, governance, and business priorities, we look forward to receiving your application. Apply here

Why Join Us?

• A positive, healthy work culture: Work culture can be the reason an employee stays or leaves a job. At SGI, we’ve worked hard to develop a culture we’re proud of. And we continue to invest in our culture to make sure that our actions (and culture) reflect our corporate values: caring, passion, innovation, and integrity.
• Great benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including perks and options to balance work and everything else life sends your way. Refer here to know more about the benefits we provide working at SGI.
• Personal development: We invest in our employees. We provide leadership and employee training, and education funding to support your self-improvement goals and keep our teams thriving.
• Exceptional Colleagues: Be part of a diverse and talented team that values collaboration and knowledge sharing.

At SGI, we are committed to a workplace where people feel respected, valued, and able to contribute fully. Through fair, consistent, and transparent people practices, we attract skilled talent with varied lived experiences and offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a strong sense of belonging. Our commitment to reconciliation includes inclusive hiring practices that create meaningful opportunities for Indigenous peoples and support a workforce reflective of the communities we serve. Join us in building a culture where contributions are valued and shared success is shaped by our people.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your request to employeeleaves@sgi.sk.ca, and we will work with you to address it. All information received will be kept confidential.

The position closes Friday, July 24, at 11:59pm (Saskatchewan time)

Find out more about our hiring process and what to expect as a candidate here.

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