Vendor Management Specialist

 
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:
Rogers is looking for a Vendor Management Specialist in Brampton, ON, to join the Network Management - Vendor Support team. Reporting in to the Manager - Vendor Support, you will manage our network’s hardware & software support agreements, including renewals, budgets and forecasts.
As part of the recruitment process, successful candidates will be required to complete criminal and credit background checks.
What you will do:
-Interface with Operations, Engineering, Procurement and Finance keeping a continual pulse on Technology plans, changes, roadmaps etc. to drive more insightful and strategic renewal approaches Work with internal teams to validate contract renewal requirements ensuring production equipment is covered and decommissioned equipment is removed from the agreement
-Validate active equipment inventory with Operations & Engineering, processing quarterly true-ups as required 
-Facilitate discussions with Operations, Procurement and Vendors to review contract renewal terms providing suggestions and possible alternatives that align with business and financial needs and objectives.
-Work with downstream teams to prepare renewal documentation summarizing the history and critical renewal details to be presented to senior leadership for final approvals.
-Submit requisitions for approved contracts, and validate invoices for payment.
-Maintain & update documents, including quotes, agreements and inventory in the shared Vendor Information Library  Prepare Ad-hoc reports as requested by Operations or Engineering teams.
    
What you bring:
 
-Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in a related field, i.e. Business Administration would be an asset.
-Previous working experience in a Technology, Telecommunications or related field.
-Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Contract Management or Finance.
-Previous Vendor Management/Procurement related experience would be an asset
-Critical thinker with exceptional analytical skills.
-Proficient in using Excel with a solid working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications.
-Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality.
-Excellent interpersonal, collaboration, communication & presentation skills with experience presenting to stakeholders.
-Strong organizational and time-management skills with an aptitude for tracking progress across many initiatives.
-Ability to work independently to meet deadlines and achieve goals.
 
Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 8200 Dixie Road (101), Brampton, ON 
Travel Requirements: None
Posting Category/Function: Procurement & Contracts
Requisition ID: #
 
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Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check as part of the hiring process. 
 
Posting Notes:  Digital & Technology