About UsWe’re one of Canada’s largest pension investors, with CAD$320.6 billion of net assets as of March 31, 2026.We invest funds for thepension plans of thefederalpublicservice, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police andthe Reserve Force. Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montréal and offices in Current York, London and Hong Kong.Capturing and leading complex global investments requires us to work as one to seize valuable opportunities, in close collaboration with some of the world’s top companies. At PSP Investments, you’ll join a team of motivated and engaged professionals, dedicated to propelling our organization further than ever before.About Your RoleAs an Advisor, Vendor Governance, you will be a reference on critical vendor agreements at PSP and responsible for managing vendor relationships in partnership with various management teams. You will support the implementation of vendor governance and management monitoring models and be creative in addressing various vendor issues.In addition, you will prepare, negotiate and conclude contractual agreements with I. T. vendors in line with PSP's new strategic orientations. You will also work in partnership with the Security, Risk, Compliance and Legal Affairs teams. This role reports to the Director, Vendor Governance. You will build and maintain complex, multi-stakeholder relationships, confidently engaging senior internal and external stakeholders, and will be relied upon to communicate governance matters clearly and persuasively.In this role, you’ll:Operational supplier managementMonitor the performance of the most complex commercial agreements and the overall relationship with service providersEnsure regular monitoring of supplier performance (KPIs, service levels, contractual commitments)Facilitate the management of supply contracts, including reporting relationship issues and advising on possible solutionsContribute to identifying cost optimization opportunities with internal stakeholdersSupport the preparation and follow-up of supplier governance meetingsTrack ongoing requests and projects with clients and suppliersManage escalations with problematic suppliers and negotiate possible solutionsContractual support & complianceAdvise internal teams on the implications of key contractual clauses, ensuring informed decision-making in major agreements (services, SLAs, penalties)Contribute to contract renewal planning by preparing analyses and documentationMonitor contractual changes (Change Requests, Change Orders) under the direction of managementParticipate in the application of third-party risk management practices (information security, IT continuity, compliance, legal, privacy)Analysis, reporting & dashboardsConsolidate and analyze data related to supplier performance and third-party risks, and propose appropriate business strategiesProduce follow-up reports and contribute to the design of performance dashboards (KPIs)Provide strategic recommendations to management committees based on supplier performance analysis, influencing decision-making on vendor strategy and risk mitigationCollaboration & internal supportAdvise & work closely with sourcing teams and internal stakeholders to ensure proper service performanceSupport vendor segmentation initiatives and performance evaluationsMaintain effective collaboration between IT and business sectors to enhance supplier management practicesSupplier relationsAct as a point of contact for certain assigned key suppliersSupport issue resolution or contractual ambiguities under the guidance of the Director Vendor GovernanceWhat You’ll NeedBachelor's degree in business administration (including Supply Chain Management), Engineering, Law or Information TechnologyMinimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in a procurement and vendor management roleExperience with IT contracts is essentialStrong negotiation skills, with a track record of structuring and closing complex vendor agreementsAdvanced proficiency in Excel and financial/data modeling to support scenario analysis and negotiation strategyProven ability to manage multiple concurrent vendor files and competing prioritiesDemonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder relationships and engaging confidently with senior internal and external stakeholdersStrong interpersonal and communication skills,



with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and produce clear governance communicationsAbility to stay abreast of I. T. trends and demonstrate a thorough understanding of the serviced business linesRelevant certification (e.G., CIPS, CPSM) considered an assetProficiency in English and French (or willingness to learn) (frequent interactions in English with PSP employees based in our offices in Hong Kong, London and New York, and interactions in French with employees in our local offices in Montreal and Ottawa)We offer a tailored employee experience and competitive total rewards and benefits package* designed to attract and retain global diverse talent, reward performance, and reinforce business strategies and priorities. Beyond salary and incentive pay eligibility, you have access to:Investment in career developmentComprehensive group insurance plansCompetitive pension plansUnlimited access to virtual healthcare services and wellness programsGender-inclusive paid family leave policy: up to 26 weeks for primary caregivers, 5 weeks for secondary caregiversA personalized family-building support, from pre-pregnancy to menopause, with available financial assistanceVacation days available on day one with additional days on milestone service anniversaries, and summer Friday afternoons offA hybrid work model that includes four in-office days, Monday through ThursdayThe opportunity to work temporarily from another location in accordance with the applicable policyBenefits package may vary based on your employee type.At PSP Investments, we aim to provide a workplace where everyone feels valued, safe, respected and empowered to grow. As part of this leadership commitment, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified applicants and strive to offer an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please let us know.Visit us on Follow us on Linked In#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Advisor, Vendor Governance (Montreal)
🏢 PSP Investments | Investissements PSP
📍 Montreal