Vendor Manager

Rogers Communications, Inc.; Brampton; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & well-being benefits

Donation matching

Paid time off for volunteering

Pension plan & Employee stock options

Generous employee discounts

Job summary

Rogers Communications, Inc. is seeking a Vendor Manager to govern and optimize vendor relationships across operations. You will lead governance, monitor performance, manage contracts and drive financial oversight to ensure value delivery.

The role collaborates with Procurement, Finance and Network teams to ensure SLAs and KPIs are met and benefits realized. Strong communication, analytical skills and experience in contract management are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in vendor management, contract management, network, business, finance, accounting or similar background.
• Experience in performance governance, including interpreting and analyzing contractual SLAs or KPIs, working with financial data, and managing vendor performance.
• Strong communicator who can facilitate discussions, negotiate outcomes and align stakeholders.
• Analytical thinker who can connect the dots to solve problems and provide recommendations.
• Detail oriented with contracts, KPIs and financials across the lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead governance and compliance activities to ensure vendors meet SLAs and KPIs.
• Regularly track vendor performance using dashboards and indicators; address gaps and risks.
• Manage end-to-end contract execution and resolve issues with vendors and internal teams.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly and yearly spend (OPEX and CAPEX); identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Serve as the bridge between vendors and Rogers teams (Procurement, Finance, Network).
• Maintain documentation on vendor performance, financials, and contract items on a regular cadence.
• Align vendor outcomes with the organization’s long-term technology strategy.

Skills

Vendor management

Contract management

Performance governance

Stakeholder communication

Financial analytics

Job description

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Our Technology team wakes up every day with one goal in mind - connecting Canadians to the people and things that matter most. Together, we are proud to support 30 million Canadians each month through managing a robust portfolio that champions leading-edge technology. We drive large-scale, complex, and high-visibility technology projects and programs that shape the future of technology in Canada and expand connectivity from coast to coast. If you are interested in being a part of this, consider applying for the following opportunity:

Who we are looking for :

We are looking for vendor Manager who will lead the governance, performance management and financial tracking of our vendors. This role is a critical link in our Network organization, directly responsible for the operational integrity and financial performance of our most critical vendors. You will ensure that contractual SLA’s and KPI’s are met, and that the intended financial and operational benefits are realized in our network vendor agreements.

What you will do:

• Governance & Compliance: Lead regular performance reviews (weekly / monthly meetings) to ensure vendors meet contractual SLAs and KPI’s, and are making progress on projects and action items
• Performance Tracking: Regularly track vendor performance based on existing dashboards and performance indicators, identifying and addressing areas of improvement, and mitigating risks
• Contract Execution: Manage the end-to-end execution of the contract, including managing vendor outcomes to contract expectation, resolving gaps identified and issues raised by vendors and internal teams
• Financial Oversight: Manage and track monthly, quarterly and yearly spend for both OPEX and CAPEX, managing risks and identifying cost-saving opportunities or business value creation
• Relationship Management: Act as the bridge between the vendor and internal Rogers teams, including Procurement, Finance and multiple Network teams to resolve issues and drive innovation
• Documentation: Upkeep documentation as it relates to vendor performance, financials, and contractual items, ensuring items are accurately tracked and reported on regular cadence
• Strategic Alignment: Work across the Network organization and with vendors in ensuring vendor outcomes align with our long-term technology strategy

What you bring:

• You have 3+ years in vendor management, contract management, network, business, finance, accounting or similar background and can apply vendor management principles and best practices
• Experienced in performance governance, including interpreting and analyzing contractual SLA’s or KPIs, working with financial data, and managing vendor performance
• Are a good communicator who can facilitate discussions, negotiate outcomes and align stakeholders, and have a relationship building attitude
• Are highly analytical, can connect the dots to solve problems and provide alternative solutions and recommendations
• Are detail oriented who can excel in the intricate details of contracts, KPIs and financial details, ensuring accuracy throughout the contract lifecycle
• Consistently asking questions and can search for information to find answers, has a thirst for knowledge and is constantly learning
• Ability to quickly pivot and prioritize tasks, while managing multiple initiatives and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Are a team player, can proactively step in and offer help as required while balancing and prioritizing your work tasks, and achieving those task

What’s in it for you?

We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:

• Competitive salary & annual bonus
• Competitive & flexible health and dental benefits, pension plan, RRSP, TFSA, and Stock matching programs.
• Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Company matching contributions to charities you support
• Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest
• Wellness Programs:
  
  • Homewood employee & family assistance program
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
  • Low cost gym membership
• Our commitment to the environment and diversity:
  
  • Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
  • Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.

To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule:Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location:8200 Dixie Rd (341), Brampton, ON
Travel Requirements: No Selection
Background Check(s) Required: Criminal Record and Credit Check
Posting Category/Function: Technology & Network Design
Requisition ID: 333677

Location: Toronto, ON, CA Brampton, ON, CA

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best.

Being a Rogers team member comes with some great perks & benefits including:

• Health & well-being benefits
• Donation matching
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Wealth Accumulation including: Pension plan & Employee stock options
• Generous employee discounts
• Leadership development, Mentorship, and Coaching programs

*available for full-time and part-time permanent employees, some restrictions apply