IT Vendor Manager, Strategic Suppliers
MedtronicMounds View, Minnesota, United States of America · full time · Senior
$134,400 – $201,600
Listed on Medtronic’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.
What this role is
This role manages relationships and performance with 8-10 strategic IT suppliers including hardware, software, and telecom vendors, driving improvements in cost, quality, risk, and innovation through governance and partnership. It suits experienced vendor managers or procurement professionals who can influence suppliers, work globally, and deliver measurable financial and operational improvements.
Our summary, not Medtronic’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- 5+ years of experience with a bachelor's degree, or 3+ years with an advanced degree
- Manage 8-10 strategic supplier relationships
- Drive cost, quality, risk, and innovation improvements
- Work onsite 4 days per week in Mounds View, Minnesota
Nice to have
- 8+ years in IT operations, procurement, or vendor management
- 6+ years managing large strategic IT suppliers like Microsoft, SAP, AWS, Verizon
- Experience with vendor management data and SLA/KPI metrics
- Global team experience across APAC, EMEA, and Americas time zones
- Data-driven approach to vendor influence and accountability
- Experience with multinational firms and cross-cultural communication
- Solution-focused and optimistic mindset