# Sr. Vendor Manager at Palo Alto Networks

- Company: Palo Alto Networks
- What the company does: Implement Zero Trust, Secure your Network, Cloud workloads, Hybrid Workforce, Leverage Threat Intelligence & Security Consulting. Cybersecurity Services & Education for CISO’s, Head of Infrastructure, Network Security Engineers, Cloud Architects & SOC Managers. Backed by Greylock, Sequoia and Felicis.
- Company website: https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Plano, United States of America
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-21
- Apply by: 2026-12-05
- Apply: https://paloaltonetworks.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/panwexternalcareers/job/Plano-United-States-of-America/Sr-Vendor-Manager_JR-022635-1?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/palo-alto-networks-sr-vendor-manager/

## About the role

The Senior Vendor Manager for Technical Services holds a critical global role leading the governance, strategic optimization, and digital modernization of our Cortex & Cloud Technical Services Vendor Framework. This position is central to transforming our subcontractor ecosystem into a high-margin, outcome-based vended delivery engine. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Domain Expertise: 6+ years of Professional Services Vendor Management experience in a high-growth Enterprise Software / SaaS company
- Vended Services & Commercial Acumen: Proven track record in transitioning vendor models from staff augmentation to outcome-based, milestone-driven SOW deliverables
- System & VMS Experience: Hands-on experience with Enterprise PSA tools (Clarizen/Planview) and Vendor Management Systems (Magnit/Coupa/Fieldglass)
- Vendor Ecosystem Management: Demonstrated success auditing global vendor footprints, establishing standardized rate cards, and managing Global System Integrators (GSIs) and specialized niche partners


Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/palo-alto-networks-sr-vendor-manager/