Technology Procurement & Vendor Management Specialist

Agilus by Synergie is recruiting for a Technology Procurement & Vendor Management Specialist in the IT Sector in a hybrid work environment in Toronto, Ontario. Opportunity to work for one of Toronto's most recognizable companies A typical day:? Collaborate with D&T and other departments to understand their technology requirements and support the development of procurement strategies to meet those needs consistent with overall company and procurement objectives.? Support the development of RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs for IT-related purchases.? Collaborate with cross-functional teams to review vendor responses and make recommendations for vendor selection.? Conduct market research to inform procurement decisions and identify potential cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing, volume discounts, and alternative procurement methods? Monitor vendor spend (costs), proactively identifying opportunities to improve cost-effectiveness.? Liaise with vendors during contract negotiations to help secure favorable terms, including pricing, service level agreements, and delivery schedules.? Review and analyze contract terms and conditions to mitigate risks and ensure alignment with organizational goals and standards.? Maintain a contract management system to track contract expiration dates, renewals, and compliance obligations.Successful candidates will have:? Strong understanding of IT products and services, including hardware, software, cloud solutions, and licensing models.? Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.? Strong project management, organization, and time management skills.? Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities effectively.? Build/foster solid relationships and organizational alignment with all stakeholders.? Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors? Highly professional, ability to manage multiple vendor relationships simultaneously.Total rewards:$60.00 - $80.00 hourlyGreat extendible contract opportunity with the possibility to convert to full time. Soft skills:? Track record of driving value, optimizing processes, or identifying cost efficiencies in a professional setting.? Demonstrated stakeholder/relationship management and networking skills.? Strong interpersonal skills with a foundational aptitude for negotiation and relationship building.This posting is for an active opening. Interested? Please apply directly online Agilus by Synergie would like to thank all candidates for their interest in this opportunity. Due to the volume of resumes we receive; we may only be able to respond directly to those candidates being selected for an interview.We encourage you to visit agilus.ca regularly or subscribe to our email alerts at agilus.ca/Account/Register as new exciting employment opportunities become available daily.