Vendor Manager II

Posted:
10/16/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Ontario, Canada ⋅ Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
People & HR

Work Location:

Canada

Hours:

37.5

Line of Business:

Procurement & Sourcing

Pay Details:

We’re committed to providing fair and equitable compensation to all our colleagues. As a candidate, we encourage you to have an open dialogue with a member of our HR Team and ask compensation related questions, including pay details for this role.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

  • Report to Senior Group Vendor Manager, work with vendor managers, project teams, technology stakeholders, SSG and finance to support progression of engagements, facilitate sessions, provide ad hoc analysis.

  • Initiate intake via a Sourcing Request and follow the Third-Party Risk Assessment (TPRA) process

  • Manage day-to-day inquiries from project and technology asset owners (TAOs) and teams as well as other Stakeholders related to business requirements, vendor spend and tracking progress of engagements.

  • Develop solid and effective working relationships with Business Unit leadership team, Finance partners and other stakeholders by providing value added analysis as required

  • Understand contractual / financial terms of a Business Arrangement and monitor a Third Party's financial health to mitigate risk related to costs and services

  • Participate fully as a member of the team and contribute to a positive work environment that encourages productivity, professionalism, and teamwork.

  • Ensure integrity in dealing with Third Parties, complying with TD's Expense Policy, Enterprise Procurement Policy, Vendor Management Policy and Code of Conduct and Ethics

  • Monitor, analyze and report a Third Party's performance through the delivery of services against SLAs, SLOs, KPIs or other contractual commitments

  • Identify issues, document and monitor trends with a Third Party in a responsive manner, to reduce risk in alignment with Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) Policies and related Standards

Job Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree in business, computer science preferred

  • 6+ years of experience in a business or Financial Services environment.

  • Previous experience in financial analysis, sourcing; or vendor management required

  • Highly proficient in MS Excel (using macros, analysis), PowerPoint

  • Highly proficient in using computer applications including MS Office; experience using Ariba / Coupa systems

  • Strong business acumen and analytical capabilities.

  • Ability to exercise sound judgement in making decisions, research, collect, organize and analyze information and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines

  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.

  • Proactive self-starter with abilities to work both independently and with a team.

  • Must have a high degree for attention to detail and urgency

  • Proficient in time management and demonstrated adaptability when changes are required.

  • Must be able to work with minimal supervision in an unstructured and fast-paced environment.

  • Ability to proactively follow up on identified issues and work toward resolution.

Who We Are:

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.

TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development
If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.
 

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process 
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.


Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Language Requirement (Quebec only):

Sans Objet