Vendor Management Lead

Our culture lifts you up—there is no ego in the way. Our common purpose? We all want to win for our customers. We aim to always be evolving, dynamic, and ambitious. We believe in the power of genuine connections. Each employee is a part of what makes us unique on the market : agile and dedicated.

Time Type : Regular Job Description

Position Summary

The Vendor Management Lead will support the Vendor Management team in overseeing relationships with external suppliers and service providers. This role involves assisting with vendor onboarding, performance monitoring, contract administration, and ensuring compliance with company policies and service level agreements. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong organizational skills, and be eager to learn about effective vendor relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the vendor onboarding process, including gathering documentation, setting up new vendor profiles, and coordinating initial communications.

Support the monitoring of vendor performance against established KPIs and SLAs, identifying potential issues and escalating as needed.

Help maintain and organize vendor contracts, agreements, and related documentation.

Participate in regular vendor performance reviews and contribute to the preparation of relevant reports and data.

Assist in resolving vendor inquiries, issues, and disputes.

Support the identification of opportunities for process improvement within the vendor management lifecycle.

Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., Procurement, Legal, Finance) to ensure smooth vendor operations.

Ensure all vendor activities adhere to company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.

Contribute to data collection and analysis related to vendor spending, performance, and risk.

Perform other administrative duties as assigned to support the Vendor Management team.

Participate in RFIs / RFPs

Work closely with WFM to manage vendor call volume and recruitment plans

Facilitate regular business reviews with vendors such as MBRs, QBRs, Heat Map review,etc

Maintain vendor contract and contact database

Develop and maintain the hiring plan for all vendors

Proactively proposes and implements corrective actions as required to adjust to changes in operational needs and ensure optimal vendor agent performance.

Conducts vendor reviews that include recommendations to improve business performance and enhance the vendor & Cogeco relationship.

Development of Statement of Work (SOWs)

Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.

Experience 2+ years of experience in a business, administrative, or support role, preferably with some exposure to vendor or supplier interactions.

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency in Google Suite

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Proactive and eager to learn about vendor management best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with contract management principles.

Basic understanding of procurement processes.

Work Experience

Minimum 5 years of progressive call centre experience

Demonstrated experience and success in a call centre environment / function preferred.

Specific Competencies

Demonstrated critical thinking skills along with strong decision-making skills.

Demonstrated negotiation skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Bilingual is an asset)

Excellent interpersonal skills

Demonstrated ability to influence the activities of others

Effective analysis, problem-solving and decision-making skills

Demonstrated strong sense of ownership and initiative

At Cogeco, diversity is an essential asset to our organizational performance. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all individuals, regardless of cultural and individual differences. We do everything in our power to compose teams that reflect the diverse profiles and origins of our clients because we firmly believe that this contributes to our signature of excellence.

Location : Grasonville, MD

Company : Breezeline

At Cogeco, we know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and beliefs can bring critical value to our business. The strength of this diversity enhances our ability to imagine, innovate, and grow as a company. So, we are committed to doing everything in our power to create a more diverse and inclusive world of belonging.

By creating a culture where all our colleagues can bring their best selves to work, we’re doing our part to build a more equitable workplace and world. From professional development to personal safety, Cogeco constantly strives to create an environment that welcomes and nurtures all. We make the health and well-being of our colleagues one of our highest priorities, for we know engaged and appreciated employees equate to a better overall experience for our customers.

If you need any accommodations to apply or as part of the recruitment process, please contact us confidentially at inclusion@cogeco.com

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