Sr. Vendor Management Specialist - IT Procurement

Ark Ell Springs • Carthage, MO

89d

About The Position

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Sr. Vendor Management Specialist within our global IT department team to help lead negotiations and manage contracts. As a global-diversified manufacturing company, it's sometimes hard to explain all the different things we do. We like to say, “we're the biggest company no one has ever heard of.” We are confident you interact with one of our products in your daily life without knowing it. Whether it's the mattress you sleep on, the car you drive, the plane you fly on, or the furniture you sit on, our high-quality components are there supporting you. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives. As a Sr. Vendor Management Specialist you will have the opportunity to secure cost-effective agreements, maintain compliance, and strengthen vendor relationships while working closely with the legal team and IT partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or related fields.
• Minimum 5+ years of vendor management experience, with extensive expertise in contract negotiation.
• Strong understanding of IT procurement, contract law, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to assess vendor agreements, minimize risks, and drive cost-effective solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage vendors, legal teams, and internal stakeholders effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Extensive experience working with IT contract frameworks and SLAs.
• Extensive experience with large Global IT Vendors (i.e. Microsoft, ServiceNow, SAP).
• Familiarity with cloud vendor agreements (Azure, AWS, SaaS solutions).
• Certifications in procurement, Project Management, ITIL, or contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact discussions to secure favorable pricing, terms, and service-level agreements.
• Partner with the legal department to ensure contracts align with company policies, regulatory standards, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee vendor contracts from initiation to renewal, ensuring adherence to terms and performance expectations.
• Assess vendor risks, monitor adherence to IT security protocols, and enforce contractual obligations.
• Track and manage IT vendor budget independently.
• Work with IT leadership to align vendor agreements with business objectives and operational needs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree