Vendor Relations Manager - Mississauga, On

Westburne is much more than electrical products. We are Canada’s market leader in energy solutions, renewables, lighting, wire & cable, automation and connected network solutions. We have access to the best partners in the industry and we go above and beyond to help our customers and partners grow.

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Westburne offers competitive compensation packages, and more importantly, opportunities for professional development, growth and satisfaction through active employee development, engagement and communications. Further, Westburne offers longer-term opportunities for career advancement tailored to your personal and professional goals. If you want to work in a dynamic team environment, and you excel when being trusted with responsibility then Westburne is the place for you.

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The Vendor Relations Manager based in Mississauga, ON, is responsible for establishing, deepening and strengthening significant relationships with suppliers and customers.

The successful candidate plans, develops, implements and manages programs and initiatives to convince suppliers and internal groups of the business value of promotions and marketing campaigns. The incumbent develops and maintains a wide market intelligence network and uses this information to enhance business relationships with customers, suppliers and internal groups across the region.

He/she will report directly to the General Manager and in direct contact with district managers, sales managers & suppliers. They are responsible for assisting the Division to be a profitable leader in the industry.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.

Other duties may be assigned:

• Works in conjunction with National teams to develop and maintain warehouse inventory additions, ensuring a healthy inventory balance.
• Provides direct input into the marketing and promotional activities surrounding products. Evaluates for overall effectiveness and provides feedback to suppliers. Work with suppliers on placement, pricing and positioning of products to optimize sales initiatives.
• Develops and maintains a wide network of market intelligence and regularly utilizes this information to enhance business relations with customers, suppliers and internal groups. Researches new supplier partners and assists in the selection process.
• Manages the product specialist team, focusing on sales, internal and external customer service.
• Organizing monthly/quarterly business reviews with prime vendor partners. In conjunction with prime vendor partners, develops and facilitates the execution of strategic sales plans.
• Analyzes purchase and sales history from suppliers to detect methods to improve profit margins. Establishes positive relations with suppliers and negotiates pricing terms for bulk buys and new product introductions.

Skills / Qualifications:

• Expert knowledge in related disciplines and implementation process.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Community College education plus a minimum of seven (7) years related experience in the industry, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory capacity, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Strong planning, analytical, organizational, decision making and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong computer skills.
• Experience in customer and supplier relations.
• Superior project and time management skills.

We thank all candidates for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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