Job Description

Our client is a top financial institution with significant North American holdings. They have operations across most major verticals, including institutional & corporate, wealth management, private client, commercial banking, treasury, and retail banking.Introduction: Robertson is seeking a skilled Vendor Manager to join our client.Contract Dates: 12 months with potential to extend or convert
Pay Range: $58 to $67.05 per hour
Business Hours: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)Job Responsibilities:

• Act as liaison with business / executives and provide sourcing expertise and recommendations to business partners to optimize Sourcing strategies to enable TD and business specific objectives and goals.
• Ensure respective sourcing programs/policies/practices are well managed, meets business needs, complies with internal and external requirements, and aligns with business priorities.
• Actively manage relationships within and across various business lines, corporate and/or control functions and ensure alignment with enterprise and/or regulatory requirements.
• Participate fully as a member of the team, support a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest.
• Highly seasoned professional role requiring substantial knowledge of Sourcing and procurement and/or knowledge of broader related areas.
• Converts information to compelling business context and advice, influences and gains alignment across increasingly senior stakeholders.

Experience & Qualification Requirements:

• Advance Negotiation Skills: Proficient in negotiating complex contracts and terms for IT solutions
• Excellent relationship management and presentation skills
• Experience managing senior executive relationships
• Strategic Sourcing: Developing and implementing sourcing strategies aligned with business goals
• Supplier Development: Working closely with suppliers to improve quality, costs, and delivery performance
• Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating risks related to sourcing and supply chain disruptions
• Contract Negotiation and Management: Managing complex contracts, including terms, conditions, and performance metrics

Personal Attributes:

• Strong and effective written and oral communication skills
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills
• Proactive and able to work independently, as well as being team player

****ALL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A CRIMINAL AND CREDIT CHECK AS PART OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS****
How to Apply: If you are a motivated professional looking to contribute to a leading team, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience relevant to this role. Robertson & the clients we represent, value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We invite all qualified individuals to apply.Robertson & the clients we represent are equal opportunity employers, committed to diversity and inclusion. Robertson is a certified diverse supplier and actively seeks to foster a representative and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal status, or any other legally protected factors. We champion building a diverse and inclusive environment.

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