Manager, Vendor Supply Chain and Accessories

Job summary

The manager will lead vendor management initiatives, accessory development, and parts pricing strategies to support national programs. They are responsible for fostering supplier partnerships, managing product lifecycles, and coaching a team of direct reports.

Job details

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Home Office/Richmond Hill Office) #LI-Hybrid At Mazda, we love sharing the beautiful machines we craft with the world. But even more, we love building relationships with the people who help make it all possible. We are a team of passionate car fanatics with an incurable love affair with the road. We continually strive to challenge the status quo and make it our mission to put people, quality, and experiences before transactions. If you possess an unwavering commitment to delivering service excellence and a strong desire to shatter industry stereotypes, Mazda Canada is looking for you. We are looking for a collaborative and driven Manager, Vendor Supply Chain and Accessories to strengthen supplier partnerships, support national programs, and enhance inventory effectiveness. This role is responsible for leading vendor management initiatives, accessory development and commercialization, parts pricing support, and supplier performance programs that contribute to Mazda's overall aftersales success. Essential duties include but are not limited to: Vendor Supply Chain & Supplier Management * Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendor partners. * Establish supplier performance targets, reviews, and communication processes. * Collaborate with global and local vendors to support inventory, pricing, and supply chain effectiveness. * Manage national supplier agreements and support dealer-direct programs including tires, batteries, wheels, oils, lubricants, chemicals, and other aftersales products. * Partner with internal stakeholders to identify and implement supplier and program improvements. Accessories Management & Development * Lead accessory development initiatives in collaboration with Mazda global teams, local vendors, and internal stakeholders. * Manage accessories through the full product lifecycle, from concept and development through launch and sales support. * Coordinate accessory pricing, fitment approvals, engineering specifications, and launch timing. * Act as the primary contact for accessory vendors and dealer inquiries. * Monitor accessory performance and prepare related reporting, KPIs, and sales analyses. Parts Pricing & Business Support * Support the development and implementation of competitive parts pricing strategies. * Review pricing, sales, and profitability reports to identify opportunities and trends. * Work closely with Finance and internal business partners regarding pricing initiatives and exceptions. * Provide guidance and support to dealer and regional teams on pricing-related matters. Leadership * Lead, coach, and develop two direct reports within Vendor Management, Parts Pricing, and Invoicing functions * Foster a collaborative, customer-focused, and high-performing team environment. * Support employee development through regular coaching, work planning, and performance management. Qualifications (Experience, Knowledge & Skills Required): * Post secondary education in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or a related field. * Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, vendor management, or aftersales operations, preferably within the automotive industry. * Experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating vendor agreements. * Strong understanding of distribution, transportation, inventory, and supply chain processes. * Solid financial and business acumen. * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, reporting, and data analysis. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills. * Project management experience. * Leadership experience with a demonstrated ability to coach and develop team members. This posting is for a vacancy at Mazda Canada. Hiring Salary Range for position: $86,500 - $107,500 CAD. The base salary offered will consider the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and competencies, and will be set in a manner that supports fair and consistent internal equity practices. Note that AI may be used in the initial stages of the recruitment process. Mazda Canada Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and upon request by the applicant, accommodations will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Mazda Canada Inc. is an Employer Partner of the Canadian Center for Diversity and Inclusion, Diversio, Empowering Auto Conference and Equitek Employment Solutions. Our Charity Partners are Indspire and Pathways to Education. Mazda Canada Inc. is proud to be a part of Canada's Top 100 Employers! We have also been included in the Top 100 Greater Toronto Area Employers for 11 years consecutively. Click here [https://www.mazda.ca/en/careers/] to learn more about us and be sure to check out our Mazda People Advantage Wheel! Thank you for your interest in this position!

What you’ll do

The manager will lead vendor management initiatives, accessory development, and parts pricing strategies to support national programs. They are responsible for fostering supplier partnerships, managing product lifecycles, and coaching a team of direct reports.

Requirements

Candidates must have a post-secondary education in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or vendor management. Strong financial acumen, advanced Microsoft Excel skills, and proven leadership abilities are required.

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Supply chain management · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Supply chain management
• Procurement
• Vendor management
• Negotiation
• Inventory management
• Parts pricing
• Data analysis
• Microsoft Excel
• Project management
• Leadership
• Strategic planning
• Financial acumen
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Presentation skills
• Product lifecycle management
• Vlookups
• Supplier Management
• Engineering Plans And Specifications
• Sales Support
• Communication Process
• Financial Acumen
• Supply Chain
• Planning
• After Sales Support
• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Analysis
• Automotive Industry
• Business Acumen
• Management
• Business Support Systems
• Customer Service
• Commercialization
• Training And Development
• Performance Management
• Finance
• Pivot Tables And Charts
• Sales
• Invoicing
• Problem Solving
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Project Management
• Operations
• Tires
• Presentations
• Pricing Strategies
• Coaching
• Supplier Performance Management
• Supplier Relationship Management

Job areas

• Logistics
• Management & Leadership
• Finance & Accounting
• Supply Chain Manager
• Vendor Manager
• Buyers
• Logisticians

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