Lead, Cybersecurity Vendor Management Specialist

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Cybersecurity Vendor Management Specialist

The Cybersecurity Vendor Management Specialist is responsible for the end‑to‑end management of cybersecurity tool vendors, acting as the key interface between business/security teams and Procurement.

The role focuses on commercial governance, vendor coordination, renewals, and operational continuity of cybersecurity tools and services, ensuring contracts, purchase orders, and renewals are executed accurately and on time to support uninterrupted security operations.

This position ensures that vendor relationships and commercial processes support the effective delivery of cybersecurity services.

Key Responsibilities

• Vendor & Commercial Management – Manage the lifecycle of cybersecurity tool vendors, from contract initiation to renewal; participate in vendor negotiations, including pricing, renewals, scope changes, and commercial terms; ensure contractual alignment with business and security requirements; act as the primary point of contact for vendors on commercial and operational matters.
• Procurement & Business Liaison – Serve as the bridge between Cybersecurity teams, Procurement, and Finance; coordinate contract creations, amendments, and renewals with Procurement; ensure Purchase Orders (POs) are created, renewed, and maintained on time; support budgeting, forecasting, and renewal planning for cybersecurity tools.
• Renewal & Service Continuity – Own and track renewal timelines to avoid service disruption or unplanned spend; proactively manage upcoming expirations and vendor dependencies; ensure continuity of critical cybersecurity tooling through timely commercial actions.
• Stakeholder Coordination – Work closely with cybersecurity service owners to understand tool usage and requirements; support business stakeholders by providing transparency on vendor status, contracts, and renewals; coordinate vendor escalations related to service delivery or contractual matters.
• Governance & Reporting – Maintain accurate records of contracts, vendors, renewals, and POs; prepare summaries and reports on vendor landscape, contract status, and upcoming renewals; contribute to standardization and improvement of vendor management processes within Infrastructure Security team.

Qualifications

• Experience in vendor management, procurement coordination, or service operations is preferred.
• Proven involvement in contract negotiations and renewals.
• Experience managing PO creation, renewals, and vendor governance processes.
• Strong stakeholder management and coordination skills.
• Ability to work across business, cybersecurity, procurement, and finance teams.
• Strong organizational skills, especially for renewal and contract tracking.
• Clear communication skills with vendors and internal teams.
• Experience working with cybersecurity tools or services (preferred).
• Familiarity with procurement and sourcing processes in large organizations (preferred).
• Experience in global or matrixed environments (preferred).

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible schedule – adjust your work hours to accommodate personal needs.
• Hybrid work plan – work from the comfort of your home.
• Holy Pack – purchase additional vacation days to recharge when needed.
• Floating Holidays – exchange holidays for other days that fit your plans.
• Sabbatical Pack – request up to 2 months of extra unpaid leave.
• Global Family Leave Policy – flexible paid conditions for parents, bereavement, or caregiving.
• Wellwo health and wellness platform – access to wellness content, nutrition counseling, and fitness classes for you and up to 5 people.
• Wellhub gym and sports center partnership – access a network of thousands of gyms and sports centers.
• On‑site medical service – close attention to any medical needs.
• Career Hub – AI‑driven professional development platform connecting you with job opportunities, projects, and mentors.
• Stock ownership program – opportunity to be a shareholder and share in achievements.
• Recognition program – give and receive points for achievements, redeemable for gift cards.
• Life insurance – protection for you.
• Flexible Remuneration Plan – choose from options such as health insurance, meal vouchers, childcare vouchers, transportation vouchers, training, and more.
• Club Schneider – special discounts at stores, restaurants, travel agencies, and other external services.
• Company‑subsidized volunteer programs – contribute to community and environment.

About the Company

€36 billion global revenue
+13 % organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations

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