Vendor Manager
Vendor Manager
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Job Description
THE OPPORTUNITY TO control YOUR DESTINY.
The Opportunity
Were looking for a strategic and detail-orientedVendor Managerto lead the full lifecycle of third-party vendor relationships. Youll be the driving force behind our vendor governance framework ensuring compliance with OSFIs B-10 Guideline and other regulatory requirements. This role is critical to maintaining operational resilience and aligning vendor partnerships with our business goals and risk appetite.
The Team Youve Been Looking For
Bridgewater Bank is more than a financial institution; were a team of passionate people who care deeply about helping others succeed. Unlike traditional banks we have no branches. This means less time managing logistics and more time focused on providing straightforward honest service and smart financial solutions that support our clients in reaching lifes biggest milestones.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of AMA we share a proud legacy of service and a commitment to doing the right thing for our customers our communities and each other. At Bridgewater Bank youll be part of a nimble forward-thinking organization where your ideas matter your contributions are valued and your growth is encouraged. Were driven to make a positive impact and our close-knit culture values flexibility innovation and genuine connection. As part of the Bridgewater team youll enjoy:
- Competitive salary and flexible benefits
- Employer-paid retirement savings program
- Employee-exclusive discounts on travel insurance memberships and more
- Free travel medical insurance for you and your immediate family
- Ongoing professional development
- Flexible work models that make sense for your lifestyle
Who You Are
- Youre someone who knows how to keep vendors in check while building great working relationships.
- Youre confident navigating contracts SLAs and compliance without breaking a sweat.
- You love digging into data spotting risks and finding smarter ways to get things done.
- Youre a natural collaborator who can bring people together across teams to solve problems.
- Youre organized proactive and always thinking a few steps aheadespecially when it comes to risk and resilience.
How Youll Make an Impact
- Report to the Director Risk and Controls.
- Vendor Governance & Risk Management:
- Develop and maintain a robust vendor management framework. Lead risk assessments due diligence and business continuity planning for third-party vendors.
- Contract & SLA Management:
- Oversee vendor selection contract negotiation and execution. Define and monitor SLAs and KPIs to ensure performance and compliance.
- Regulatory Compliance & Reporting:
- Ensure adherence to OSFI B-10 and other regulatory standards. Provide risk reporting and support audits and examinations.
- Performance Monitoring & Cost Optimization:
- Track vendor performance through scorecards and dashboards. Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive value through vendor consolidation and renegotiation.
What You Bring to the Table
- Undergraduate degree in Business Administration Finance Risk Management or a related field.
- 7 years of experience in vendor management procurement or third-party riskpreferably in financial services.
- Strong knowledge of OSFI guidelines (B-10 E-21 B-13) PCLMTFA and FINTRAC expectations.
- Proficiency in contract management platforms Excel Power BI and reporting tools.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and implement governance model.
Belonging Matters Here
Bridgewater Bank is committed to providing an inclusive respectful and accessible environment. If you require an accommodation at any time during our recruitment process please contact . Well work with you feel supported throughout your journey with us.
WORK MODEL:
-We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
