Advisor, Vendor Governance

PSP’s Private Debt & Credit Investment (PDCI) group; Montreal; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group insurance

Pension plans

Hybrid work model

Virtual healthcare

Job summary

PSP Investments, headquartered in Ottawa with a principal business office in Montréal, seeks an Advisor, Vendor Governance to lead critical IT vendor agreements and governance initiatives. You will negotiate contracts, monitor performance, and advise internal teams on contractual implications while coordinating with Security, Risk, Compliance and Legal Affairs.

The role reports to the Director, Vendor Governance and requires strong Excel skills, English/French proficiency, and an ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration (including Supply Chain Management), Engineering, Law or Information Technology.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in a procurement and vendor management role.
• Experience with IT contracts is essential.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of closing complex vendor agreements.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial/data modeling to support scenario analysis and negotiation strategy.

Responsibilities

• Operational supplier management: monitor performance of complex agreements and relationships with service providers; track supplier performance (KPIs, SLAs) and manage escalations.
• Contractual support & compliance: advise on key contractual clauses and renewal planning; monitor change requests and third‑party risk practices.
• Analysis, reporting & dashboards: consolidate supplier performance data and design KPIs; produce follow-up reports for management committees.
• Collaboration & internal support: work with sourcing teams to ensure proper service performance; support vendor segmentation and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Supplier relations: act as point of contact for assigned key suppliers and resolve issues under guidance.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Excel

Financial modeling

Communication

IT contracts

Bilingual (EN/FR)

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration (Supply Chain)

Engineering

Law

Information Technology

Tools

Excel

Financial Modeling

Job description

ABOUT US We’re one of Canada’s largest pension investors, with CAD$320.6 billion of net assets as of March 31, 2026. We invest funds for thepension plans of thefederalpublicservice, the Canadian Forces, theRoyal Canadian Mounted Police andthe ReserveForce. Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montréal and offices in New York, London and Hong Kong. Capturing and leading complex global investments requires us to work as one to seize valuable opportunities, in close collaboration with some of the world’s top companies. At PSP Investments, you’ll join a team of motivated and engaged professionals, dedicated to propelling our organization further than ever before.

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

As an Advisor, Vendor Governance, you will be a reference on critical vendor agreements at PSP and responsible for managing vendor relationships in partnership with various management teams. You will support the implementation of vendor governance and management monitoring models and be creative in addressing various vendor issues. In addition, you will prepare, negotiate and conclude contractual agreements with I.T. vendors in line with PSP's new strategic orientations. You will also work in partnership with the Security, Risk, Compliance and Legal Affairs teams. This role reports to the Director, Vendor Governance. You will build and maintain complex, multi-stakeholder relationships, confidently engaging senior internal and external stakeholders, and will be relied upon to communicate governance matters clearly and persuasively.

In this role, you’ll:

• Operational supplier management Monitor the performance of the most complex commercial agreements and the overall relationship with service providers Ensure regular monitoring of supplier performance (KPIs, service levels, contractual commitments) Facilitate the management of supply contracts, including reporting relationship issues and advising on possible solutions Contribute to identifying cost optimization opportunities with internal stakeholders Support the preparation and follow-up of supplier governance meetings Track ongoing requests and projects with clients and suppliers Manage escalations with problematic suppliers and negotiate possible solutions
• Contractual support & compliance Advise internal teams on the implications of key contractual clauses, ensuring informed decision‑making in major agreements (services, SLAs, penalties) Contribute to contract renewal planning by preparing analyses and documentation Monitor contractual changes (Change Requests, Change Orders) under the direction of management Participate in the application of third‑party risk management practices (information security, IT continuity, compliance, legal, privacy)
• Analysis, reporting & dashboards Consolidate and analyze data related to supplier performance and third‑party risks, and propose appropriate business strategies Produce follow‑up reports and contribute to the design of performance dashboards (KPIs) Provide strategic recommendations to management committees based on supplier performance analysis, influencing decision‑making on vendor strategy and risk mitigation
• Collaboration & internal support Advise & work closely with sourcing teams and internal stakeholders to ensure proper service performance Support vendor segmentation initiatives and performance evaluations Maintain effective collaboration between IT and business sectors to enhance supplier management practices
• Supplier relations Act as a point of contact for certain assigned key suppliers Support issue resolution or contractual ambiguities under the guidance of the Director Vendor Governance

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Bachelor's degree in business administration (including Supply Chain Management), Engineering, Law or Information Technology Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in a procurement and vendor management role Experience with IT contracts is essential Strong negotiation skills, with a track record of structuring and closing complex vendor agreements Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial/data modeling to support scenario analysis and negotiation strategy Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent vendor files and competing priorities Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi‑stakeholder relationships and engaging confidently with senior internal and external stakeholders Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and produce clear governance communications Ability to stay abreast of I.T. trends and demonstrate a thorough understanding of the serviced business lines Relevant certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) considered an asset Proficiency in English and French (or willingness to learn) (frequent interactions in English with PSP employees based in our offices in HongKong, London and NewYork, and interactions in French with employees in our local offices in Montreal and Ottawa)

We offer a tailored employee experience and competitive total rewards and benefits package* designed to attract and retain global diverse talent, reward performance, and reinforce business strategies and priorities. Beyond salary and incentive pay eligibility, you have access to:

• Investment in career development
• Comprehensive group insurance plans
• Competitive pension plans
• Unlimited access to virtual healthcare services and wellness programs
• Gender-inclusive paid family leave policy: up to 26 weeks for primary caregivers, 5 weeks for secondary caregivers
• A personalized family‑building support, from pre‑pregnancy to menopause, with available financial assistance
• Vacation days available on day one with additional days on milestone service anniversaries, and summer Friday afternoons off
• A hybrid work model that includes four in‑office days, Monday through Thursday
• The opportunity to work temporarily from another location in accordance with the applicable policy

*Benefits package may vary based on your employee type.

At PSP Investments, we aim to provide a workplace where everyone feels valued, safe, respected and empowered to grow. As part of this leadership commitment, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified applicants and strive to offer an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please let us know. Visit us on www.investpsp.com/en/ Follow us on LinkedIn #LI-PG1 We’re one of Canada’s largest pension investment managers, with CAD$320.6 billion of net assets. We invest funds for the pension plans of the federal public service, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Reserve Force. We are committed to fostering an environment where experiences and learning opportunities provide you with the platform to grow.