Bilingual Vendor Relationship Manager

3 weeks ago

Markham, Canada Aviva Full time

Individually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence.

Do you aspire to drive continuous and steady improvement of our vendor KPI’s and to serve as the primary interface for vendor relationships? Our vendors are an extension of Aviva and directly contribute to the overall customer experience, this role focuses on managing risks associated with vendor outsourcing, using data to deliver successful business outcomes and identify areas of opportunity. Does this interest you? If so, read on

What you'll do:

Be the point of contact for vendor-related inquiries

Track, develop and analyze data to assess vendor performance; identify trends and gaps so as to steadily improve business metrics such as NPS, cycle time and indemnity spend

Resolve appropriate vendor coverage

Use financial data to identify, assess and propose savings opportunity and build detailed business plans outlining business recommendations

Assist with the resolution of vendor related complaints and disputes

Provide operational oversight for negotiations of vendor agreements, SLAs and contract evaluations in conjunction with Procurement, Aviva Legal and applicable cross-functional teams and ensure that strategy activities include supplier governance

Conduct quality assurance reviews as required and share findings with the appropriate parties

Lead the development of tools and templates to support the ongoing strategy

Ensure accurate and impactful risk identification, evaluation, continuous monitoring and escalation protocols to support management of vendor relation/management deficiencies and mitigation of client and operational risk

Regularly evaluate and assess vendor relationships and contracts, based on ongoing needs, to ensure efficient value, quality and innovation

Coordinate vendor-related efforts during catastrophic events with a focus on proactivity and speed while ensuring specific reporting needs are being met

Act as a Change Champion, drive continuous improvement of vendor performance and engage the community for feedback.

Participate in in-person Client and team meetings (approximately 25% travel is required)

What you'll bring:

3+ years in a Relationship Management, Vendor Management, Account Management, or similar roles

Knowledge of French and English is required to communicate, both verbally and in writing, with our customers, partners and other Aviva teams located across Canada

Preferably, possesses a university degree in business, finance or other related field

Operational Improvement and/or Project Management certification preferred

Significant metric/result-driven mentality, with a bias for speed and action

Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into insights. Proficient with Excel and PowerPoint

Your approach is positive and contagious

Understanding of finance fundamentals

Proven track record of delivering major and balanced financial savings and customer experience improvements

Validated sophisticated leadership skills

Validated courage and self-confidence

Ability to mediate conflict and resolve issues with by identifying alternative solutions

Strong change management skills and comfortable evolving in an environment where change is the norm


What you’ll get:

Compelling rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

Exceptional Career Development opportunities.

We’ll support your professional development education.

Competitive vacation package with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year

Employee driven programs focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity and inclusion

Corporate wellness programs to support our employees’ physical and mental health

Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to resolve an appropriate accommodation.

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