Vendor Relations Manager, Brampton

Vendor Relations Manager– Brampton, Ontario We are seeking a Vendor Relations Manager to develop and manage vendor agreements, negotiate rebates, and drive profitability across our electrical product portfolio.

Responsibilities

Manage, negotiate, and implement national vendor programs to maximize alignment and financial outcomes while managing risks.

Forecast, model, and monitor vendor incentives and rebates, ensuring maximum capture against contractual agreements and identifying gaps or underperformance in real time.

Support organization-wide due diligence, risk assessment and vendor monitoring.

Respond to problems and resolve issues that arise between vendors and the Company.

Partner with Finance, Purchasing, and Operating Companies to align on KPIs, reporting cadence, and performance targets.

Develop and maintain respectful relationships with vendors, corporate and operating company leadership, and vendor relations teams.

Embed data-driven decision making into local vendor negotiations and purchasing strategies.

Troubleshoot problems and support process improvements across vendors and operating companies to drive productivity and growth.

Own end-to-end vendor performance reporting, including design and delivery of dashboards and executive-level reporting (Power BI/Excel).

Develop data analytics capabilities to support strategic vendor decision‑making, including rebate performance tracking, vendor profitability and margin analysis, cost‑saving opportunities, and risk exposure analysis.

Establish data governance and reporting frameworks to ensure consistency and accuracy.

Translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations for senior leadership.

Conduct deep‑drive analysis on vendor performance trends to identify opportunities for SKU rationalization and strategic vendor expansion.

Lead continuous improvement of analytics tools and reporting processes, leveraging automation and Power BI.

Attend key meetings with VPs/GM as required.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

5‑7 years of related experience in Purchasing, Sales, Product Management, or Vendor Relations.

Post‑secondary education in Business, Commerce, or related discipline; advanced coursework or certifications in Marketing, Analytics, or Supply Chain considered an asset.

Experience in the electrical distribution industry with strong product knowledge and understanding of vendor dynamics and rebate programs.

Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in Power BI, Excel (advanced functions), and data visualization tools.

Ability to operate effectively in a highly matrixed, fast‑paced environment and influence cross‑functional stakeholders.

Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills with a customer service orientation.

Strong business acumen and negotiation skills, able to structure agreements that optimize profitability while managing commercial risk.

Ability to work independently within a team, without close supervision and meet deadlines.

High degree of integrity and confidentiality of proprietary business information.

Excellent team player.

Benefits&Perks

Competitive salary and a full set of benefits including medical, dental, vision, Health Spending Account and RRSP matching.

Flexible benefits program allowing you to choose options that best fit your needs.

Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and a career path.

Company‑paid Life Insurance and employee‑paid disability.

Sonepar Canada is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes submissions from all candidates. We are proud to be a Diversity Leader and are committed to a workplace where everyone can feel safe and belong. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, etc., are encouraged to apply.

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