Software Vendor Manager

eBay; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

eBay, un leader mondial du commerce électronique, recherche un Software Vendor Manager basé à Toronto. Ce rôle crucial implique la planification de la demande, l'optimisation budgétaire et la gestion des contrats logiciels. Le candidat idéal possède au moins cinq ans d'expérience en gestion de fournisseurs et en stratégie d'approvisionnement, avec des compétences prouvées en collaboration et en communication. Les responsabilités incluent la gestion du budget et les discussions contractuelles avec des partenaires techniques.

Qualifications

• Cinq ans d'expérience en gestion de fournisseurs dans un cadre stratégique.
• Expérience en gestion des contrats et des budgets.
• Compétences en présentation et communication auprès de la direction.

Responsibilities

• Prendre en charge la gestion du budget, y compris la gestion des fournisseurs.
• Travailler avec les équipes juridiques pour finaliser les accords légaux.
• Évaluer la conformité des logiciels et les risques.

Skills

Gestion de fournisseurs

Collaboration

Prise de décision stratégique

Education

Baccalauréat en affaires, technologie ou finance

Tools

ServiceNow

Monday.com

Ariba

Job description

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At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader — we’re changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We’re committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of ecommerce for enthusiasts.

Our customers are our compass, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work — every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet.

Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers — and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.

About The Team And The Role

This role leads demand planning, forecasting, and budget optimization for eBay Core Technology, involving software contract management, financial oversight, and strategic sourcing. Key responsibilities include handling software demand, optimizing team procedures, and collaborating with various business areas and senior leadership. The ideal candidate has experience in business operations, forecasting, contract management, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, along with collaboration skills and the ability to develop strategic solutions in a large organization.

What You Will Accomplish

• Take end-to-end ownership of the budget, including vendor management, quarterly forecasts, identifying savings and risks, and new budget requests.
• Work closely with Legal, Infosec, Privacy, and Third Party Risk Management teams to finalize legal agreements (e.g., Purchase Agreements, Licence Agreements, SOWs, and Renewals).
• Assess software compliance and risk exposure during onboarding and periodically thereafter.
• Promptly and professionally address and resolve vendor onboarding, payment issues, and disputes.
• Spearhead and handle business contract discussions and vendor negotiations.
• Evaluate potential projects, conduct cost-benefit analyses, and prioritize budget spending to optimize value.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, preferably in business, technology, or finance.
• Five years of vendor management experience in strategic sourcing, business operations, program management, or related fields.
• Experience handling contracts as a software asset management or technology sourcing manager.
• Experience in handling budgets and driving cost reduction programs.
• Experience presenting and communicating with senior leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years experience handling cross-functional projects with technical and non-technical partners.
• 5+ years experience in the technology industry.
• Familiarity with Source-to-Pay (S2P), Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, ITSM tools, and project planning tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Monday.com, Ariba, etc.).

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