Vendor Management and Procurement Leader
Industry
Information Technology
Location
New Brunswick
On behalf of our client, we are searching for a Vendor Management and Procurement Leader to join their team in New Brunswick.
We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Vendor Management and Procurement Leader to oversee and enhance our clients IT vendor ecosystem. This role is responsible for selecting and managing IT vendors, negotiating contracts, mitigating risk, and ensuring high-quality service delivery aligned with business objectives. The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving value through effective vendor partnerships and leading a high-performing vendor management team.
Responsibilities include:
• Develop and implement strategic plans for IT vendor management, including relationship development, contract negotiation, and performance improvement.
• Identify and evaluate potential IT vendors and suppliers based on organizational needs and strategic fit.
• Lead negotiations to establish favorable contract terms and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Monitor vendor compliance with contractual terms, performance standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage the vendor selection process and conduct thorough assessments and due diligence.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with business and IT stakeholders to align vendor strategy with organizational goals.
• Foster and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key IT vendors.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate vendor-related risks, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Define, track, and analyze vendor performance metrics and KPIs to drive continuous improvement and accountability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of vendor management professionals.
Qualifications include:
• Proven experience in vendor management, procurement, or IT sourcing, with strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Strategic thinker with a track record of aligning vendor capabilities with enterprise needs.
• Strong communication skills, including experience engaging with senior executives and cross-functional teams.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and drive continuous process improvement.
• Knowledge of IT systems, service delivery, and vendor risk management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred).
To express interest in this opportunity, please click on the "Apply Now" button below.
For more information contact Jamie Grant, Partner or Brooke Ireland, Senior Consultant at bireland@kbrs.ca. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Brooke know.
Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.
To learn more about Meridia Recruitment Solutions, our job opportunities, and career advice we invite you to explore our site and subscribe for career alerts.
We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Vendor Management and Procurement Leader to oversee and enhance our clients IT vendor ecosystem. This role is responsible for selecting and managing IT vendors, negotiating contracts, mitigating risk, and ensuring high-quality service delivery aligned with business objectives. The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving value through effective vendor partnerships and leading a high-performing vendor management team.
Responsibilities include:
• Develop and implement strategic plans for IT vendor management, including relationship development, contract negotiation, and performance improvement.
• Identify and evaluate potential IT vendors and suppliers based on organizational needs and strategic fit.
• Lead negotiations to establish favorable contract terms and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Monitor vendor compliance with contractual terms, performance standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage the vendor selection process and conduct thorough assessments and due diligence.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with business and IT stakeholders to align vendor strategy with organizational goals.
• Foster and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key IT vendors.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate vendor-related risks, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Define, track, and analyze vendor performance metrics and KPIs to drive continuous improvement and accountability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of vendor management professionals.
Qualifications include:
• Proven experience in vendor management, procurement, or IT sourcing, with strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Strategic thinker with a track record of aligning vendor capabilities with enterprise needs.
• Strong communication skills, including experience engaging with senior executives and cross-functional teams.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and drive continuous process improvement.
• Knowledge of IT systems, service delivery, and vendor risk management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred).
To express interest in this opportunity, please click on the "Apply Now" button below.
For more information contact Jamie Grant, Partner or Brooke Ireland, Senior Consultant at bireland@kbrs.ca. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Brooke know.
Meridia Recruitment Solutions connects leading organizations with top talent by building strong relationships and creating ideal matches with candidates because we are only successful when you are. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity.
To learn more about Meridia Recruitment Solutions, our job opportunities, and career advice we invite you to explore our site and subscribe for career alerts.
