Enhance business outcomes as a Strategic Partnerships and Vendor Manager. Drive high-value vendor relationships and optimize sourcing strategies across diverse business units.

In this role, you will spearhead opportunities for vendor contracting, ensuring alignment with internal stakeholders to secure competitive agreements. Your strong knowledge of procurement processes and risk management will contribute to successful vendor performance management. Build collaborative relationships to effectively address third-party risks and service disruptions.

Key Responsibilities:
• Negotiate and draft high-value vendor contracts
• Lead risk assessments and business continuity planning
• Manage vendor performance and compliance with enterprise standards




• Foster collaboration between vendors and stakeholders
• Resolve complex vendor-related issues and disputes

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience
• Expertise in procurement, insurance, and contracting
• Solid relationship-building skills in complex environments
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities
• Bilingualism is an asset for client support

Drive initiatives that enhance service and innovation in strategic vendor partnerships.
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📌 Strategic Partnerships and Vendor Manager (Ontario)
🏢 Manulife
📍 Ontario