Vendor Management Specialist

Who We Are

Imagine working for an organization where every employee and customer is an Owner. No matter whether a customer Owner or employee Owner, everything we do at Libro is about helping people prosper. We recruit and develop high-quality candidates like you who are ready to offer the best possible advice, coaching, and service, when and how our Owners need it.

Libro invests heavily in the development and career ambitions of our staff. Our hiring philosophy is focused on finding candidates who carry a positive attitude, a desire to learn, and a passion for helping our staff and Owners (customers) grow financial confidence. We commit to teaching and supporting you as you learn the skills you need.

What Opportunity Awaits?

As we continue to grow, Libro is on a mission to find a passionately accountable Vendor Management Specialist based in our London Administration Building. This experienced specialist position will serve as a key resource for the operational functions of the procurement and vendor management program. The specialist will assist in supporting the review of procurement processes, vendor relationships, and contracts to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies. Additionally, the specialist will collaborate with both internal and external partners to support procurement activities, conduct contract reviews, and manage the vendor life cycle.

This role is eligible for Libro’s work from home program, with the expectation of 1-2 days in office per week, or as required.

The successful candidate will:

• Support the Manager of Procurement & Vendor Management in the facilitation of all procurement processes including negotiating, evaluating, and reviewing vendor contracts.
• Provide direction and support to Libro staff for completion of RFX processes according to policies and guidelines.
• Support Libro staff in development, implementation, and monitoring of contracts, Service Level Agreements (SLA) and Key Performance Indicators (KPI's).
• Educate and support Libro Staff on procurement and vendor management best practices as well as risk and compliance obligations.
• Manage Outsourcer Annual Review Schedule and process to ensure regulatory risk and compliance using Libro policies and procedures.
• Maintain the electronic database for all Libro Credit Union contracts.
• Develop quarterly reports to present and deliver to key stakeholders.
• Develop collaborative relationships with internal teams and business segments to identify potential areas for process improvements.
• Stay current with procurement and third party risk management (TPRM) processes and follow regulatory requirements.

Could this be you? Are you ready to join an exciting team at Libro?

• Do you have a passion that aligns with Libro’s Purpose? We want to strengthen financial well-being for a better tomorrow and we’re looking for people to join us in making a difference to people, businesses, and communities.
• Do you display the Libro values of Accountability, Courage, High Performance, and Inclusive Mindset?
• Do you have a post-secondary degree or diploma with a focus in public or business administration, risk management/risk mitigation, or equivalent within a related field?
• Do you have 3 or more years of procurement experience in vendor management and/or procurement manager or specialist?
• Are you Smartsheet Certified/Licensed or willing to become in the first 12 months?
• Are you Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), or Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP)?
• Do you have legal experience in contract reviews?

Some of the ways we show Libro is an outstanding employer:

• Competitive salaries and employee pension plans.
• Comprehensive benefit package, with all premiums paid for by Libro!
• Generous vacation time.
• Employee wellness programs.
• Staff accounts and staff rates on products and services.
• Staff appreciation programs and awards.
• Career development opportunities including tuition assistance.
• Many great perks and rewards; fitness club discounts, technology offers, travel, and entertainment deals, just for being part of our great team!

If you're passionate about helping your community, interested in being part of a remarkable team, and want to do your part to strengthen financial well-being for a better tomorrow - we want to hear from you!

With a purpose beyond profit, Libro Credit Union is proud to be a Certified B Corporation, joining leaders of a global movement of people using business as a force for good.

Libro is committed to fostering a safe, healthy, and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. As an inclusive employer we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Email us at [email protected] any time during the recruitment process to let us know what supports you may need to be successful.