Academic Partnerships assists primarily regional universities in increasing their access and impact by making their academic programs available to students online. Founded in 2007, AP’s mission is to expand access to high-quality, affordable, and workforce-relevant education, especially for working and adult students. AP brings single-minded dedication to student success, an integrated set of services, and data-driven performance to our collaboration with university partners.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Conduct analysis of current Workforce tools, identifying opportunities for new tools and propose enhancements to existing tools to improve employee experience.
• Develop and maintain a dashboard of KPIs.
• Collaborate with IT and procurement teams to define metrics and data collection methods.
• Analyze data trends and provide actionable insights.
• Create, refine presentation slides and coordinate executive briefings, steering committee meetings, and vendor QBRs.
• Participate in identifying new vendors, vendor selection processes and contribute to the development of vendor scorecards.
• Support contract negotiations by providing relevant data and analysis.
• Lead the governance of vendor management processes, ensuring adherence to internal and external regulations.
• Manage the rhythm of business by establishing regular review cycles and reporting schedules (e.g., policy reviews).
• Collaborate with finance teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting of IT expenditures and vendor-related financials.
• Contribute to the Technology strategy initiatives.
• Support relationships with International Businesses.

What You’ll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT governance, KPI analysis, or vendor management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI) and presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint, Keynote).
• Strong understanding of KPI development, data visualization, and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Experience in vendor management or procurement is a plus.
• Knowledge of financial principles related to vendor contracts and budget management.
• Experience in organizing and leading governance and steering committee meetings.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Other

• Willingness to travel in alignment with company requirements.

Academic Partnerships is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Academic Partnerships offers the following comprehensive benefits:

• PTO – accumulated from day one
• 11 designated holidays
• Medical – four options (including PPO and HDP)
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability (company paid)
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account (company contribution to HSA)
• Retirement plan with company match
• Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave (company paid)
• Volunteer Time Off

Supplemental Benefits:

• Wellness program
• Alternative medicine options
• Pet discounts
• Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity

Personal and Professional Development:

• Continuous Professional and Leadership Development Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and their dependents