Strategic Vendor Audit & Contract Compliance Lead

Enbridge; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits program

Paid maternity/parental leave

Retirement savings plans with company

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

FlexWork hybrid option

Job summary

Enbridge is seeking a skilled professional to oversee the Vendor Audit & Contract Compliance (VACC) program. You will lead audits, assess contractual compliance, and drive value recovery opportunities across supplier engagements.

The role requires strong analytical skills, negotiation ability, and experience with cross-functional collaboration to mitigate risk and improve governance across procurement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in SCM, Contract Management, Audit, Compliance, Finance, or related field.
• Experience interpreting and applying complex contracts and procurement agreements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven mindset.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing stakeholders.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day Vendor Audit & Contract Compliance (VACC) activities to assess supplier compliance, mitigate risk, and identify value recovery opportunities.
• Support audit planning by helping establish priorities, scope, and objectives based on spend, risk, contractual rights, and business needs.
• Coordinate with Internal Audit, external auditors, suppliers, and business stakeholders to execute and report on vendor audits.
• Review contracts, financial data, and transactions to validate compliance and support audit findings.
• Assist with negotiations and resolution of audit findings to maximize recoveries and strengthen supplier accountability.
• Provide guidance on contractual, compliance, and commercial matters, recommending solutions that protect business interests and reduce risk.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Contract management

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM/Business/Finance

Tools

Oracle Cloud

SAP

Job description

Enbridge is seeking a skilled professional to oversee the Vendor Audit & Contract Compliance (VACC) program. You will lead audits, assess contractual compliance, and drive value recovery opportunities across supplier engagements.

The role requires strong analytical skills, negotiation ability, and experience with cross-functional collaboration to mitigate risk and improve governance across procurement activities.