Our commitment to you: At Achievers, we hire you for you because we value the unique perspective and individuality that each person brings to our team. We are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace where you belong, and your contributions are celebrated. Together, we achieve more by combining our unique strengths, fostering collaboration, and inspiring each other to reach new heights.
The opportunity:
The Vendor Sourcing Specialist is responsible for sourcing and contracting with new vendors that will provide rewards as part of our marketplace. The Vendor Sourcing Specialist will have to have a deep knowledge of B2B incentive market. This role focuses on the full vendor acquisition cycle, including sourcing, negotiating, and contracting with vendors.. The Vendor Sourcing Specialist will own the relationship with vendors post launch and ensure compliance with internal teams' requirements, such as Information Security, Finance, and Legal.
Responsibilities:
Vendor Sourcing
- Source new vendors based on the Achievers’ strategic direction.
- Establish and refine preliminary vendor requirements, ensuring vendors meet the Achievers’ compliance standards in areas such as information security, financial stability, and legal obligations.
- Conduct initial assessments and audits of vendor capabilities
- Conduct market research to identify potential vendors that align with business objectives and customer needs.
- Act as the primary point of contact for new vendors, leading them through the launch process.
Negotiating and Contracting
- Lead negotiations with vendors to secure favorable terms and conditions.
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure all necessary agreements are signed and executed promptly.
- Own vendor relationships post-launch, maintaining ongoing communication and managing any issues that arise.
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Collaborate with Information Security, Finance, Legal, and other relevant departments to ensure that new vendors meet all internal requirements.
- Work closely with the Vendor Onboarding Specialist to ensure a smooth vendor integration process.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure vendor products meet customer and business needs.
Continuous Improvement
- Provide feedback on market trends to inform future sourcing strategies.
- Suggest and implement improvements to the vendor sourcing process, ensuring efficiency and scalability.
- Stay up to date on industry trends and vendor best practices to drive innovation and improvement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in vendor sourcing, procurement, or a similar role.
- Proven track record in successful negotiation and vendor management.
- Understanding of the global incentive market.
- Strong understanding of contract management and legal compliance.
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple vendors and projects simultaneously.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Benefits & Perks for permanent full time employees:💰 Competitive Pay 👶🏼 Parental Leave Top-up 🩺 Health Benefits and Life Insurance Coverage Upon Your First Day 🙌🏼 RRSP Matching 🏖️ Flexible Vacation 🤝🏽 Employee and Family Assistance Program👩💻 Full access to the LinkedIn Learning Library 🎓 Internal Mentorship Program 👏🏼 Employee-Led Employee Resource Groups 🇨🇦 A beautiful office space located in Liberty Village, Toronto ✨ Participation in our Points-based Employee Recognition Program 📈 Opportunities for professional development and career growth Our work environment:Achievers is a hybrid-first company located at 99 Atlantic Ave in Liberty Village, Toronto. Our hybrid work experience is designed to cultivate an engaging employee experience, where pioneering research intersects with cutting-edge technology. We strongly believe that collocating teams increases the chance to innovate together, foster passive learning, create spontaneous connections, and promote better communication.
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Our employees are a diverse and inclusive team of passionate, hardworking individuals. Achievers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an environment where our employees can do the best work of their lives. We encourage all qualified candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply to join our A-Player family.
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