The Vendor Manager will oversee third-party business arrangements throughout the Third-Party Management Lifecycle (TPML), with a focus on vendor performance, risk, governance, compliance, and stakeholder management .

The role will support recent and existing vendor engagements, guide stakeholders through third-party management processes, and ensure vendor relationships meet business, risk, and governance requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Manage third-party relationships throughout the full Third-Party Management Lifecycle .
Monitor and report on vendor performance against SLAs, SLOs, and KPIs .
Identify, assess, and elevate vendor risks and issues; lead resolution of complex problems.
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
Support the onboarding, transition, and termination of vendor engagements.
Guide stakeholders through third-party management processes, policies, and governance requirements.
Ensure vendor arrangements comply with applicable risk, compliance, and governance standards.
Conduct research and prepare presentations, reports,



and recommendations for management.
Support projects and initiatives related to third-party management, risk, governance, and vendor performance .

Must-Have Requirements
5+ years of Vendor Management experience
5+ years of Third-Party Management Lifecycle experience
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Ability to manage competing priorities and work with a sense of urgency
Adaptability and robust problem-solving skills
University degree or diploma

Nice-to-Have
Banking or financial services experience
Experience with Coupa or Ariba
CSP or PMP certification
Familiarity with AI productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot
Start: ASAP
Duration: 9 months
Extension: Possible
Conversion: Possible
Schedule: Monday-Friday, core business hours
Work Arrangement: Hybrid - 4 days onsite, 1 day remote
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📌 Vendor Manager Toronto
🏢 Infotek Consulting
📍 Toronto