IT Supervisor – IT VMO Governance

3M•Austin, TX

2d•$145,676 - $178,049•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career. As an IT Supervisor – IT VMO Governance, you will lead the execution of strategic IT Vendor Management Office (VMO) programs, ensuring disciplined project delivery, governance alignment, and measurable business outcomes. You will apply broad knowledge and experience to solve complex problems, lead cross-functional initiatives, and ensure compliance with IT governance standards while improving quality, timing, and cost performance across IT vendor and asset management operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start)
Seven (7) years of experience in Information Technology, including program/project management or vendor management in a private, public, government or military environment

Nice To Haves

Experience leading large-scale IT programs or PMO/PPMO initiatives
Experience in IT Vendor Management, Managed Services, or IT governance
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid)
Experience working across global, cross-functional teams
Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving capabilities
Proven ability to influence and communicate effectively at multiple levels of the organization
Experience with enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, ServiceNow, Flexera, vendor governance platforms)

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end execution of IT VMO programs and projects, including governance transformation, managed services onboarding, and operational improvements
Develop and manage program roadmaps, timelines, milestones, and dependencies
Track and manage program risks, issues, and decisions, ensuring timely resolution and escalation
Provide reporting on program status, financials, and outcomes
Lead global, cross-functional projects spanning IT, Procurement, Finance, Legal, and vendor partners
Implement and enforce IT governance frameworks, policies, and control processes
Ensure standardization across the IT vendor lifecycle (intake, sourcing, contracting, onboarding, performance, renewal)
Drive continuous improvement of IT VMO processes, tools, and reporting capabilities
Ensure alignment with enterprise IT standards and corporate policies
Lead and manage team members and/or contract resources supporting IT VMO operations
Assign work, set priorities, and ensure successful delivery of program objectives
Provide coaching, development, and performance feedback
Maintain accountability for team results, delivery quality, and execution outcomes
Ensure alignment to program budgets and resource allocation to achieve business objectives
Track financial performance, cost savings, and value realization
Make recommendations impacting how financial resources are utilized within programs
Ensure alignment of initiatives to business case and financial targets
Address complex, ambiguous, and non-routine challenges across IT vendor and asset management programs
Develop solutions for multi-faceted, cross-functional issues requiring analytical and conceptual thinking
Resolve cross-functional conflicts and ensure alignment across stakeholders
Partner with IT, Procurement, Finance, and business leaders to drive program alignment
Provide consulting and guidance on IT vendor governance and program execution
Influence decision-making and align stakeholders across multiple functions
Represent the IT VMO organization to internal and external stakeholders
Ensure adherence to IT governance standards, corporate policies, and regulatory requirements
Integrate compliance and risk controls into program execution
Support audit readiness and remediation initiatives
Monitor vendor compliance with contractual and performance obligations
Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.
Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.