Senior Advisor, Iit Strategic Vendor and Contracts Management

The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) isn't just a regulatory agency; we're the heartbeat of Ontario's vibrant alcohol, gaming, horseracing, and private cannabis retail sectors. As a dedicated organization reporting to the Ministry of the Attorney General, we uphold the highest standards of honesty and integrity while championing public interest and safety. At the AGCO, we believe in harnessing the power of teamwork, embracing diversity in all its forms, and creating an environment where every voice is heard and valued. Here, innovation thrives, ideas flourish, and passion drives us to new heights of excellence.

Are you passionate about optimizing business value through strategic vendor and contract management? Can you navigate complex supplier relationships turning challenges into opportunities for growth? Do you thrive on building trusted partnerships and providing valuable insights to stakeholders?

Join the dynamic Information and Information Technology (I+IT) Division at the AGCO as our Senior Advisor, IIT Strategic Vendor and Contracts Management! This exciting opportunity within the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) and Digital Transformation Branch calls for a strategic thinker who can lead critical supplier and vendor relationships effectively. Reporting directly to the Director, Office of the CIO and Digital Transformation, you'll play a pivotal role in maximizing value and fostering success for our Division. If you're strategic, creative and ready to drive business value in a collaborative environment, this role is your next career adventure!

Work Location: Head Office, Toronto, ON; Hybrid

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We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

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What can I expect to do in this role?

In this role, the successful candidate will:

• Lead strategic oversight of supplier service levels and performance indicators to achieve business objectives and enforce targets based on contracts and strategic goals.
  
• Conduct annual reviews of supplier performance and compliance and prepare detailed reports for senior leadership and provide feedback to suppliers.
  
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through regular evaluations and develop and implement mitigation strategies, collaborating with suppliers and reporting to senior leadership.
  
• Develop and refine strategic vendor performance evaluation criteria and maintain robust records to drive continuous improvement in contractor and vendor performance.
  
• Collaborate with Procurement to interpret contractual terms, address complex issues, and resolve disputes effectively, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
  
• Establish and enhance reporting and analytics for procurement activities, implementing advanced systems to streamline contract management processes and accelerate timelines.
  
• Lead high-value vendor/supplier contract negotiations and strategic planning, coordinating with Procurement to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and policies.
  
• Collaborate with senior internal stakeholders to develop procurement strategies that advance business objectives and align with the I+IT Technology Roadmap and Divisional goals.
  
• Provide strategic recommendations on policies and procedures based on comprehensive analysis and industry best practices.

How do I qualify?

The ideal candidate will have:

• 5 to 10 years of experience in supplier relationship management and performance.
  
• Proven ability to establish sustainable, transparent relationships and partnerships.
  
• Experience in IT contract management, including payments, invoicing, requests for bids, tenders, and renewals.
  
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple deadlines, and work under pressure.
  
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  
• Demonstrated success in environments with multiple stakeholders and competing objectives.
  
• Knowledge of vendor risk management frameworks.
  
• Familiarity with Ontario Public Service (OPS) Security Standards and Directives, including procurement directives.
  
• The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a criminal background check.

To apply to this vacancy please submit your application online at our Careers webpage located at httpss://www.agco.ca/careers by October 2, 2024.

The AGCO is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer.

The AGCO has the responsibility to lead by example in advancing racial equity and to build a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and the opportunity to fully contribute. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application including, but not limited to, individuals identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within Ontario's Human Rights

Disability related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request.