Job Description

Value Proposition

As a leading partner in healthcare, Medline Canada's sole purpose is Together Improving Care - this means being deeply committed to the health and well-being of our customers, employees, partners and our communities. We employ a diverse group of top talent focused on growing and making a difference in the lives of Canadians, coast-to-coast.




Compensation is only one part of the Employee Value Proposition that Medline Canada offers our employees. As part of our mission, we offer one of the most competitive and engaging employee experience programs in Canada, which includes:





Collaborative work environment with highly engaged employees Market competitive compensation and benefits plan, including LTD & Insurance DPSP match program Annual Employee Appreciation Week Paid vacation and personal days Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Resources supporting mental, physical, family and financial well-being Career growth and training programs Open communication with Senior Leaders Tailored incentives for eligible employee groups, such as home office reimbursement and Sylvan Learning Centre credit Employee referral program Education support programs Fitness subsidy Recognition programs Social activities And much more...

Summary

Oversee and manage a portfolio of strategic branded suppliers to obtain best financial and operational position.


Serve as primary liaison between vendor and Medline for assigned vendors.


Develop and grow new business through collaboration with sales and marketing teams.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage vendor relationships and/or vendor projects in which cross-departmental and cross-divisional activity is required. Negotiate agreements with vendors to achieve improved financial terms and conditions. Types of agreements include but are not limited to: Distribution Agreements, Operational Efficiency Agreements, and Transportation Agreements. Build collaborative partnerships with strategic vendors to gain buy-in and support across all leadership levels internally within Medline, and externally with the vendor. Develop, sell, and implement marketing programs designed to sell more profitable products and deliver value and savings to Medline customers and sales reps. Develop and deliver presentations and proposals that demonstrate the value proposition and differentiation of Medline products and services. Collaborate with Marketing team to develop marketing insights and materials. Provide thought leadership and guidance to Vendor Managers on how to effectively develop a portfolio. Demonstrate portfolio ownership by creating and defending strategies with sound judgement and analytics. Communicate and maintain vendor scorecards and manage vendor relationships towards achieving top level performance. Primary responsibility to assigned vendors to problem solve and mediate through challenges and opportunities they arise. Plan and attend business reviews with vendor, healthcare industry events, and trade show events.
The anticipated salary range for this position:


$101,300.00 - $151,900.00 Annual
English is required due to the scope of the role.


This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.


Medline Canada, Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

About Medline Canada

Medline Canada stands at the forefront of healthcare, providing expertise and a breadth of solutions for every care setting. With 550+ employees, including 100 dedicated sales and clinical professionals and eight distribution centres located coast-to-coast, Medline Canada is proud to serve the entire continuum of care.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity

Medline Canada is committed to diversity and inclusivity and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons/persons of colour and those who identify as women, persons with disabilities and LGBTQ+ persons.

Our commitment to Accessibility

Medline Canada is committed to the principles of the accessibility in Canada. We endeavor to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact HRCanada@medline.com.




All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.