Vendor Analyst
Enable
IT
Toronto, ON, Canada
Posted on Mar 5, 2025
At Enable, we are transforming the supply chain with our cutting-edge rebate management software. We see rebates as a strategic advantage, strengthening partnerships, driving smarter decisions, and unlocking significant value across the entire supply chain – from manufacturers to consumers.
After securing $276M in Series A-D funding, we are positioned for continued, significant growth. Since the launch of our flagship product in 2016, we have been rapidly scaling our client base, product offerings, and built a team of top-tier talent committed to reshaping the industry.
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Job Summary
As a Vendor Management Analyst you will be responsible for documenting and organizing information related to existing suppliers and related contracts, calendarizing contract renewals and reminders, preparing savings calculations, participating in vendor negotiations, documenting processes and procedures, and interacting with Enablees across the company for their third-party supplier needs. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Risk and Compliance and the larger Finance Team and IT, to ensure effective management of vendors and Enable’s supply chain.
What we are asking you to do!
- Build, own, and maintain the calendar of contract renewals with a 36-month rolling horizon.
- Own and maintain the project and savings tracker for all work processed by the Vendor Management team.
- Schedule and participate in discussions with responsible Enablees across the company for their upcoming contract renewals (booking meetings, preparing documentation/data, soliciting feedback).
- Document and recommend improvement to processes that govern vendor engagements, purchasing, and the lifecycle of vendors at Enable.
- Assist business leaders in modelling costs and options in their business cases.
- Assist Senior Vendor Manager with software negotiations and vendor communications.
- Collaborate with peers in Risk and Compliance to perform annual risk rating and due diligence checks for existing and new suppliers to Enable.
- Close collaboration with the SaaS management team in IT, using Enable’s SaaS management platform (currently Zluri) to identify opportunities to optimize subscriptions/licenses and plan renewals.
What we are asking you to bring!
- A degree in finance, accounting, engineering, mathematics, economics, or a related quantitative field or equivalent work experience
- Fluency with numbers, spreadsheets (MS-Excel), and modelling with numbers.
- 2-3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or vendor management.
- Familiarity with the basics of commercial contracts.
- Skilled in applying structure and organization to unstructured data and priorities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- “Completer-Finisher” personality (sees things through to completion, likes to apply finishing touches, dis-satisfied until the job is done).
- Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to effectively engage and communicate with senior leaders and C-Suite executives
- Ability to articulate a persuasive argument backed by numerical modelling
- Beneficial, but not mandatory skills:
- Working knowledge of SaaS subscription and software cost drivers and negotiation tactics.
- Business process mapping experience.
- Working knowledge of change management and process improvement methodologies (ADKAR, LEAN 6σ, Kubler-Ross).
Total Rewards:
At Enable, we’re committed to helping all Enablees grow. During the interview process, we assess your level based on experience, expertise, and role scope, aligning it with our compensation bands. Starting pay is determined by factors like location, skills, experience, market conditions, and internal parity.
Salary/TCC is just one component of Enable’s total rewards package. Enable is committed to investing in the holistic health and wellbeing of all Enablees and their families. Our benefits and perks include, but are not limited to:
Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to relax and recharge
Wellness Benefit: Quarterly incentive dedicated to improving your health and well-being
Comprehensive Insurance: Health and life coverage for you and your family
Retirement Plan: Build your future with our retirement savings plan
Lucrative Bonus Plan: Enjoy a rewarding bonus structure subject to company or individual performance
Equity Program: Benefit from our equity program with additional options tied to tenure and performance
Career Growth: Explore new opportunities with our internal mobility program
Additional Perks:
Free Food: Complimentary meals, snacks, and drinks on-site in our global offices
Training: Access a range of workshops and courses designed to boost your professional growth and take your career to new heights
Pets: Bring your pets to our welcoming, pet-friendly offices
According to LinkedIn's Gender Insights Report, women apply for 20% fewer jobs than men, despite similar job search behaviors. At Enable, we’re committed to closing this gap by encouraging women and underrepresented groups to apply, even if they don’t meet all qualifications.
Enable is an equal opportunity employer, fostering an inclusive, accessible workplace that values diversity. We provide fair, discrimination-free employment, ensuring a harassment-free environment with equitable treatment.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or in the role, please let us know.