Corebridge Financial
Head of Strategic IT Vendor Management
Corebridge Financial, Warner Robins, Georgia, United States,
Who we are
Corebridge Financial helps people make some of the most meaningful decisions they’re ever going to make. We help them plan and take action to protect the future they envision, and respond to some of life’s most difficult moments through the solutions and services we provide. We do this through our broad portfolio of life insurance, retirement and institutional products, offered through an extensive, multichannel distribution network. We provide solutions for a brighter future through our client centered service, breadth of product expertise, deep distribution relationships, and outstanding team of hardworking and passionate employees.
About the role
The Head of Strategic IT Vendor Management is a results-focused individual responsible for developing and executing vendor management strategies to optimize IT vendor performance, drive enterprise cost-effectiveness, and maximize value from IT vendor relationships.
This individual is able to build trust, establish effective internal and external relationships and become a trusted advisor in business and IT initiatives. This role requires close collaboration with IT and procurement teams to align vendor management’s objectives with the company’s strategic priorities. A high sense of accountability is required to build and drive an effective governance approach for managed services and strategic vendor relationships.
We want to hear from you today if you can:
Vendor Management Strategy:
Develop and implement a comprehensive IT vendor management strategy aligned with business objectives and IT goals.
Identify and prioritize strategic IT vendors based on business and technology needs.
Vendor Relationship Management:
Design and deploy a vendor management function for a holistic view of vendor relationships, improved risk posture, and process uniformity.
Implement structured relationship management to drive alignment, innovation, and collaboration with mission-critical vendors.
Establish and maintain strong, productive relationships with key IT vendors.
Collaboration with Sourcing and Procurement:
Work closely with the Sourcing and Procurement team to align vendor management activities with sourcing strategies and procurement policies.
Together with Procurement, serve as the primary point of contact for strategic IT vendors, facilitating communication and collaboration.
Participate in vendor selection, negotiation, and contract management to ensure that, once the vendor is selected, contract terms are met during execution.
Optimize vendor-related costs through effective negotiation, cost analysis, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in vendor relationships.
Performance Monitoring and Improvement:
Develop and implement vendor performance metrics, KPIs, and scorecards.
Monitor vendor performance and take corrective actions as needed to ensure high-quality service delivery.
Cost Management:
Implement continuous spend management and optimization for value realization across the IT vendor ecosystem.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
Establish a small high-performing team with for-for-purpose tools to support the vendor management function.
Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in vendor management.
Promote innovation and continuous improvement in vendor management practices and processes.
Risk:
Support identification and mitigation of risks associated with IT vendors, including compliance, security, resiliency, and operational risks.
Support development of contingency plans to address potential vendor-related disruptions.
Please note:
The job can only be performed in the State locations listed: Houston, TX and Remote – NC.
What we are looking for:
Strong communication and stakeholder-influencing skills. Experience collaborating with senior executives (e.g., CIO, CFO, CISO, business unit heads, and strategy teams) and driving change across teams. Ability to manage conflict and resolve issues effectively required.
Strong negotiation skills and experience driving outcomes from vendor relationships required.
Experience writing technology vendor contract terms and dealing with legal actions when contract terms are not met required.
Experience in IT business-case development and application of analytical skills to project financial and management required.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills in complex vendor and internal customer environments required.
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
15+ years of experience in IT vendor management, strategic sourcing, procurement, or a related field.
Proven track record of developing and implementing effective vendor management strategies with measurable results.
Strong understanding of IT products, services, and market dynamics.
Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing complex vendor relationships.
What our employees like most about working for Corebridge Financial:
We care about your professional development. Our career progression program will provide you with the opportunity to develop your skills, strengthen your productivity and be eligible to progressively advance to positions with increased responsibility and increased compensation.
Our “Giving Back” policy is at the core of our daily operations and guides our future progress. Don’t believe us? We put our money where our mouth is! Corebridge Financial will give you up to 16 hours a year paid time off to volunteer in the community.
Our people are our most important asset therefore we provide a generous benefits plan and competitive pay. Benefit package includes:
Paid Time Off (Corebridge Financial recognizes the importance of work-life balance). We offer 27 PTO days to start. 17 paid holidays per calendar year.
A 401(k) Retirement Plan which will be HARD TO BEAT. Our 401K - $1 for $1 match up to 6% with immediate vesting, plus Corebridge Financial automatically contributes an additional 3% into your 401K regardless of if you enroll or not.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Corebridge Financial, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates are committed to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and its policies and procedures reflect this commitment. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories such as sexual orientation. At Corebridge Financial, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission – creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives.
To learn more please visit:
www.corebridgefinancial.com
Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with physical or mental disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to
TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.com . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Functional Area: IT - Information Technology
Estimated Travel Percentage (%): Up to 25%
Relocation Provided: No
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Corebridge Financial helps people make some of the most meaningful decisions they’re ever going to make. We help them plan and take action to protect the future they envision, and respond to some of life’s most difficult moments through the solutions and services we provide. We do this through our broad portfolio of life insurance, retirement and institutional products, offered through an extensive, multichannel distribution network. We provide solutions for a brighter future through our client centered service, breadth of product expertise, deep distribution relationships, and outstanding team of hardworking and passionate employees.
About the role
The Head of Strategic IT Vendor Management is a results-focused individual responsible for developing and executing vendor management strategies to optimize IT vendor performance, drive enterprise cost-effectiveness, and maximize value from IT vendor relationships.
This individual is able to build trust, establish effective internal and external relationships and become a trusted advisor in business and IT initiatives. This role requires close collaboration with IT and procurement teams to align vendor management’s objectives with the company’s strategic priorities. A high sense of accountability is required to build and drive an effective governance approach for managed services and strategic vendor relationships.
We want to hear from you today if you can:
Vendor Management Strategy:
Develop and implement a comprehensive IT vendor management strategy aligned with business objectives and IT goals.
Identify and prioritize strategic IT vendors based on business and technology needs.
Vendor Relationship Management:
Design and deploy a vendor management function for a holistic view of vendor relationships, improved risk posture, and process uniformity.
Implement structured relationship management to drive alignment, innovation, and collaboration with mission-critical vendors.
Establish and maintain strong, productive relationships with key IT vendors.
Collaboration with Sourcing and Procurement:
Work closely with the Sourcing and Procurement team to align vendor management activities with sourcing strategies and procurement policies.
Together with Procurement, serve as the primary point of contact for strategic IT vendors, facilitating communication and collaboration.
Participate in vendor selection, negotiation, and contract management to ensure that, once the vendor is selected, contract terms are met during execution.
Optimize vendor-related costs through effective negotiation, cost analysis, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in vendor relationships.
Performance Monitoring and Improvement:
Develop and implement vendor performance metrics, KPIs, and scorecards.
Monitor vendor performance and take corrective actions as needed to ensure high-quality service delivery.
Cost Management:
Implement continuous spend management and optimization for value realization across the IT vendor ecosystem.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
Establish a small high-performing team with for-for-purpose tools to support the vendor management function.
Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in vendor management.
Promote innovation and continuous improvement in vendor management practices and processes.
Risk:
Support identification and mitigation of risks associated with IT vendors, including compliance, security, resiliency, and operational risks.
Support development of contingency plans to address potential vendor-related disruptions.
Please note:
The job can only be performed in the State locations listed: Houston, TX and Remote – NC.
What we are looking for:
Strong communication and stakeholder-influencing skills. Experience collaborating with senior executives (e.g., CIO, CFO, CISO, business unit heads, and strategy teams) and driving change across teams. Ability to manage conflict and resolve issues effectively required.
Strong negotiation skills and experience driving outcomes from vendor relationships required.
Experience writing technology vendor contract terms and dealing with legal actions when contract terms are not met required.
Experience in IT business-case development and application of analytical skills to project financial and management required.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills in complex vendor and internal customer environments required.
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
15+ years of experience in IT vendor management, strategic sourcing, procurement, or a related field.
Proven track record of developing and implementing effective vendor management strategies with measurable results.
Strong understanding of IT products, services, and market dynamics.
Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing complex vendor relationships.
What our employees like most about working for Corebridge Financial:
We care about your professional development. Our career progression program will provide you with the opportunity to develop your skills, strengthen your productivity and be eligible to progressively advance to positions with increased responsibility and increased compensation.
Our “Giving Back” policy is at the core of our daily operations and guides our future progress. Don’t believe us? We put our money where our mouth is! Corebridge Financial will give you up to 16 hours a year paid time off to volunteer in the community.
Our people are our most important asset therefore we provide a generous benefits plan and competitive pay. Benefit package includes:
Paid Time Off (Corebridge Financial recognizes the importance of work-life balance). We offer 27 PTO days to start. 17 paid holidays per calendar year.
A 401(k) Retirement Plan which will be HARD TO BEAT. Our 401K - $1 for $1 match up to 6% with immediate vesting, plus Corebridge Financial automatically contributes an additional 3% into your 401K regardless of if you enroll or not.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Corebridge Financial, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates are committed to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and its policies and procedures reflect this commitment. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories such as sexual orientation. At Corebridge Financial, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission – creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives.
To learn more please visit:
www.corebridgefinancial.com
Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with physical or mental disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to
TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.com . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Functional Area: IT - Information Technology
Estimated Travel Percentage (%): Up to 25%
Relocation Provided: No
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