Join Rakuten International in Toronto as the Vendor Management and Procurement Lead. This full-time position seeks a leader in strategic sourcing and supplier governance.
As the Manager of Procurement and Vendor Management, you will leverage your 6-10 years of experience to enhance procurement operations across various business units. Focused on cost optimization, you will ensure that the procurement activities align with business objectives while managing risks and supplier performance. Effective cross-functional collaboration will be critical in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
• Drive strategic procurement and category management initiatives
• Develop vendor performance metrics and manage supplier relationships
• Oversee contract negotiations and lifecycle management
• Analyze procurement data to drive efficiencies
• Facilitate vendor risk assessments with compliance teams
Requirements:
• 6-10 years in procurement and vendor management
• Degree in Busin...