Sr. Analyst, Vendor Management
Job Location:
Mississauga - Canada
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Job Summary
McKesson is an impact-driven Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights products and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here we focus on the health happiness and well-being of you and those we serve we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow make an impact and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients our communities and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrows health today we want to hear from you.
Position Summary (Purpose of job):
The Vendor Manager Level 4 plays a strategic role in overseeing complex vendor relationships and high-value contracts to ensure service excellence compliance and cost optimization across McKessons operations. This position is responsible for developing and implementing vendor management strategies leading cross-functional teams in vendor selection and driving performance improvement initiatives. Operating within organizational and regulatory frameworks the role ensures vendors deliver consistent value and meet business objectives.
This role contributes to enterprise sourcing strategies and risk management by analyzing vendor performance data identifying trends and recommending corrective actions. It involves managing escalations resolving major performance issues and reporting outcomes to senior leadership. The Vendor Manager Level 4 collaborates with cross-functional teams and business leaders to influence sourcing decisions and establish best practices for vendor governance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee complex vendor relationships and high-value contracts to ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Develop and implement vendor management strategies policies and best practices across the organization.
- Lead cross-functional teams in vendor selection evaluation and performance improvement initiatives.
- Analyze vendor performance data to identify trends risks and opportunities for optimization.
- Manage vendor risk by identifying assessing and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Facilitate escalations and resolve major vendor performance issues to minimize operational impact.
- Ensure vendor compliance with organizational policies contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and present vendor management reports and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
- Stay informed about market trends emerging vendors and industry innovations to support sourcing strategies.
Minimum Job Qualifications (Knowledge Skills & Abilities):
- Advanced expertise in Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and vendor governance frameworks.
- Strong proficiency in Vendor Negotiation including complex contract terms and SLA development.
- In-depth knowledge of Contract Management Contract Administration and compliance processes.
- Ability to apply Supplier Risk Intelligence to develop enterprise-level risk mitigation strategies.
- Expertise in Supplier Evaluation and performance analytics for strategic decision-making.
- Demonstrated capability in Vendor Relations conflict resolution and influencing senior stakeholders.
- Competence in developing vendor management strategies and implementing best practices.
- Strong leadership skills with ability to manage cross-functional teams and mentor staff.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills tailored to executive audiences.
Business Experience:
- Bachelors degree in business administration Supply Chain Management Procurement or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Typically requires 7 years of relevant professional experience in vendor management procurement operations or contract administration.
- Deep understanding of procurement processes contract terms and supplier quality concepts with ability to influence enterprise sourcing strategies.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors including performance experience and skills equity regular job market evaluations and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKessons pay philosophy and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay other compensation such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson pleaseclick here.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
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About Company
McKesson is the leading healthcare company for wholesale medical supplies & equipment, pharmaceutical distribution, and healthcare technology solutions. McKesson is the central nervous system of health care. At any given moment, in any given minute, we simultaneously execute thousands ... View more
