Manager, IT Vendor Software Asset Management

Manager, IT Vendor Software Asset Management

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours.

Role reports to:

Sr Dir Contract and Asset Management

Location:

Asia Pacific, India, Karnataka, Bangalore

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

This position reports into Sr. Dir Contract and Asset Management.

What you will do

As part of the Vendor Operation Office (IT CCAM) – Contract Compliance and Asset Management within Kenvue Technology & Data (T&D) organization, the Manager is responsible to manage relationships with T&D vendors and ensure their performance meets organizational standards.

The Manager, IT Vendor Software Asset Management plays a crucial role in managing vendor relationships and ensuring that the vendors contribute effectively to the operation of the T&D organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of vendor relationships. Focus on Software for SAM
• Billing monitoring and escalation to drive timing invoicing by vendors and payment by invoice owners.
• Track and project rebates to suggest optimal vendors spending to achieve favorable vendor rebates and realize rebates from vendors.
• Monitoring and reporting on performance to ensure vendors fulfill contractual obligations and service level agreements (SLAs), as well as tracking any related performance credits due.
• Logging issues for escalation and resolution with vendors.
• Collecting and analyzing vendor related metrics to identify areas for improvement and recommending actions.
• Continue to drive improvement to the vendor operation processes

What We Are Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is required.

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in procurement with a strong focus on IT related categories. With at least 2 - 3 years of SAM experience.

• Preferred software Knowledge - Flexera Software

• Good understanding of Vendor Operation or Vendor Management Office

• Expert in Excel, and other data analysis & reporting tools including SQL, Power BI, Tableau.

• Strong analytical skills, with a focus on turning data into actionable insights to drive actions

• Strong stakeholder management, strong communication and collaboration skills,

• Language skills: Proficiency in verbal & written English essential

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