About this role
<p><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0px">At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <h1 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Vendor Manager – Senior</span></h1> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">EY Business Management Office (BMO) team is seeking a highly capable Vendor Manager to support the organization. This role will function as a strategic partner to business stakeholders, ensuring effective vendor lifecycle management, procurement governance, and financial compliance across engagements.</span><br><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The Vendor Manager will work closely with Procurement, Finance, Accounts Payable (AP), and business teams to manage vendor onboarding, contracting, invoicing, and payment processes while ensuring alignment with EY policies and controls.</span></p> <h2 style="text-align:justify"> </h2> <h2 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">The opportunity</span></h2> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">This role will establish trusted relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, enabling efficient vendor engagement and operational excellence. The individual will drive procurement workflows, oversee vendor performance, and ensure seamless coordination across Portal, BRIDGE, AP, and Finance teams.</span></p> <h2 style="text-align:justify"> </h2> <h2 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Your key responsibilities</span></h2> <h2 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Vendor Management & Governance</span></h2> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Manage end-to-end vendor lifecycle including onboarding, due diligence, contract execution, and performance management.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Ensure compliance with EY policies, risk frameworks, and vendor governance standards.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Act as the primary point of contact for vendors and internal stakeholders.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready vendor documentation.</span></li> </ul> <h2 style="text-align:justify"> </h2> <h2 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Procurement & Intake Management</span></h2> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Lead procurement activities for software, services, and staffing through EY intake systems.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Drive sourcing support including requirement validation, supplier coordination, and commercial alignment.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Ensure timely creation of Purchase Orders (POs) post contract execution.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Partner with procurement teams to ensure pricing competitiveness and contract compliance.</span></li> </ul> <h2 style="text-align:justify"> </h2> <h2 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Portal & Workflow Management</span></h2> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Manage Portal requests ensuring accurate submission of requestor details, engagement codes, and vendor information.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Coordinate with stakeholders for timely Goods Receipt (GR) completion and invoice approvals.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Monitor notifications and drive closure of pending actions.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Track Portal lifecycle and ensure adherence to timelines and SLAs.</span></li> </ul> <h2 style="text-align:justify"> </h2> <h2 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">BRIDGE & Risk Compliance</span></h2> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Facilitate BRIDGE requests and ensure completion of required risk assessments (IRA and related controls).</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Collaborate with risk teams to resolve queries and secure approvals.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Maintain audit documentation and ensure compliance readiness.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Proactively identify and mitigate vendor-related risks.</span></li> </ul> <h2 style="text-align:justify"> </h2> <h2 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Accounts Payable (AP) & Invoice Management</span></h2> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Oversee invoice validation, dispute resolution, and payment processing with AP teams.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Ensure invoices align with contract terms, POs, and Goods Receipts.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Support accruals, month-end, and year-end close processes.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Drive timely approvals to avoid payment delays and escalations.</span></li> </ul> <h2 style="text-align:justify"> </h2> <h2 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Financial Oversight & Reporting</span></h2> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Track vendor spend against budgets and forecasts.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Support financial planning, accruals, and reporting.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Provide insights into cost optimisation and vendor utilisation.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Highlight financial variances and risks.</span></li> </ul> <h2 style="text-align:justify"> </h2> <h2 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Stakeholder Collaboration</span></h2> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Partner with EYP leadership, Consulting, Procurement, and Finance teams.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Provide updates on vendor status, risks, and opportunities.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Drive resolution of cross-functional issues.</span></li> </ul> <h2 style="text-align:justify"> </h2> <h2 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Process Improvement</span></h2> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Identify opportunities to streamline procurement, Portal, and AP processes.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Drive automation and efficiency initiatives.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Enhance systems, controls, and reporting frameworks.</span></li> </ul> <h2 style="text-align:justify"> </h2> <h2 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Skills and attributes for success</span></h2> <ul style="text-align:justify"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Strong expertise in vendor management and procurement processes.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Experience with Portal, BRIDGE, and invoice lifecycle management.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Understanding of Accounts Payable and accrual processes.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">High attention to detail and compliance mindset.</span></li> </ul> <h2 style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">What we look for</span></h2> <p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented professional with strong vendor management expertise and a proactive approach. 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