Supplier Relationship Strategy Specialist

15 hours ago

southwestern ontario on canada ca, Ontario Sunlife Full-time

Shape supplier relationships at Sun Life using research, benchmarking, and business analysis in a hybrid position supporting Canadian operations. Turn supplier data into clear recommendations and actions.

The Senior Specialist, Supplier Strategy & Integration contributes to supplier strategy, tools, processes, and reporting. You will conduct supplier research, market intelligence, competitive analysis, spend analysis, and performance reviews. Collaboration includes business units, suppliers, and Sourcing, Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Finance partners.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct supplier research, benchmarking, market intelligence, and spend analysis
  • Analyze performance, service levels, contractual requirements, financial information, and data
  • Coordinate scorecards, KPIs, reports, and supplier business reviews
  • Capture supplier and business partner feedback through surveys and discussions
  • Support supplier initiatives, integrations, and technology enhancements

Requirements:

  • Strong research and analytical capabilities supporting supplier decisions
  • Experience developing scorecards, governance reporting, and performance discussions
  • Experience with projects, business analysis, and key performance indicators
  • Strong written, verbal, collaborative, and influencing communication skills
  • Excellent Microsoft 365 skills, including Excel and SharePoint

Use supplier research, performance analysis, and stakeholder communication to strengthen strategy and decision-making within Sun Life.