Mohammed Aiman Zafar
Manager - Vendor Management @CIBC
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WORK HISTORY
Manager - Vendor Management @CIBC
Toronto, ON, CA
Manage end-to-end vendor relationships, ensuring seamless operations and alignment with business objectives.• Oversee the complete monthly invoice validation, accruals, and approval process for outsourced services, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast and monitor outsourcing benefits, including workforce hours, cost analysis, and productivity metrics.• Track vendor performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) and present performance trends.• Act as a liaison between internal stakeholders and external vendors to resolve operational, contractual, and compliance-related issues.• Streamline communication by coordinating schedules, reporting structures, and documentation for smooth vendor governance.• Drive risk mitigation processes, including preparing Change Initiative Risk Assessments (CIRA) and ensuring adherence to organizational policies.• Assist senior leadership with ad hoc analysis, reporting, and strategic planning activities to maximize the value of vendor partnerships.• Analyze foreign exchange rate terms and other cost factors to identify optimization opportunities within vendor contracts.• Organize and facilitate training completion and compliance requirements for vendor resources.• Coordinate travel requirements, including flight options and risk assessments, for on-site visits and vendor site tours.• Ensure accurate cost center alignment for resource setup, billing, and headcount reconciliation.• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance reporting structures and automate processes for improved vendor oversight.
EDUCATION
Jamia Millia Islamia
Senior Secondary School Certificate, Science Stream (PCM with Computer Science)
Tagore International School
High School Certificate
Jamia Millia Islamia
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) Honours, Business/Commerce, General
Jamia Millia Islamia
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), International Business/Trade/Commerce
SKILLS
ABOUT MOHAMMED AIMAN ZAFAR
Mohammed Aiman is a results-oriented professional with a proven track record in Procurement, Vendor Management, Contract Governance and Process Improvement. A certified Six Sigma Green Belt, he brings extensive expertise in S2P and P2P processes, invoice auditing, contract management, and vendor performance analysis. Mohammed has consistently leveraged data-driven insights and strategic evaluation to drive client value and operational excellence.Currently, as a Vendor Manager at CIBC, Mohammed is responsible for managing high-stakes vendor relationships and ensuring alignment with business objectives. He oversees end-to-end invoice validation and approval processes, monitors vendor performance across key metrics such, and partners with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency. Mohammed thrives in fast-paced environments, collaborating with stakeholders to identify opportunities for cost optimization and process enhancement.In his previous roles, Mohammed has demonstrated an exceptional ability to manage tactical outsourcing operations while also addressing strategic aspects of the P2P lifecycle. His dynamic and adaptable approach enables him to navigate change seamlessly and implement best practices that lead to sustainable improvements.With a strong focus on continuous improvement, Mohammed is committed to reducing operational costs, enhancing efficiency, and creating impactful results in every initiative he undertakes.
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