Director of Procurement & Supply Chain Strategy

Clutch Technologies Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Health benefits

Dental benefits

On-site

Job summary

Clutch Technologies Inc. in Toronto/Mississauga is seeking a Director of Procurement to lead and optimize all company-wide purchasing activities, from parts to indirect spend.

You will establish governance, standardize workflows, and partner with executives to ensure cost efficiency and scalable processes. The role demands 15+ years in procurement with 10+ in senior leadership, strong ERP/MRP/P2P expertise, and proven ability to drive cross-functional alignment while delivering measurable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain, or sourcing, with at least 10 years in a senior, multi-location leadership role.
• Proven expertise in procurement strategy, contract negotiation, vendor management, and cost optimization.
• Strong knowledge of procurement and inventory management systems (ERP/MRP/P2P platforms).
• Demonstrated success in implementing scalable procurement processes and leading system rollouts.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on operational execution.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the end-to-end procurement function across the company, including parts, services, indirect goods, and strategic vendor partnerships.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive company-wide procurement strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
• Establish procurement policies, governance frameworks, and compliance standards to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Partner with executive leadership to align procurement objectives with broader organizational strategy.
• Establish national policies, processes, and KPIs for parts operations and inventory management.
• Develop and implement a national parts strategy to streamline purchasing, inventory control, and distribution across all locations.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to forecast parts demand and ensure sufficient stock levels without overcapitalizing inventory.
• Ensure optimal inventory levels and implement standardized practices for tracking, auditing, and replenishing stock.
• Oversee the development and rollout of inventory management systems and ensure proper staff training.
• Analyze inventory data across all facilities to identify trends, inefficiencies, or improvement opportunities.
• Establish and manage national vendor relationships and negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements for cost efficiency.
• Evaluate and onboard new suppliers, ensuring they meet quality and compliance standards.
• Identify and lead cost-saving initiatives, including supplier negotiations and bulk purchasing programs.
• Work closely with the Service, Sales, and Operations teams to align parts availability with service requirements.
• Collaborate with Finance to develop and manage parts budgets, ensuring compliance with financial targets.
• Build strong cross-functional partnerships with facility-level managers to ensure alignment and adherence to procurement policies and processes, without direct reporting responsibility.
• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of procurement systems (ERP, MRP, P2P tools) and ensure seamless integration with finance, operations, and supply chain systems.
• Standardize procurement workflows, approval processes, and reporting mechanisms across all business units.
• Leverage data and analytics to drive decision-making, monitor supplier performance, and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Ensure effective training and change management to support the adoption of procurement systems and best practices.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing procurement team at the corporate level.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the function.
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to strengthen procurement expertise across the company.
• Regularly monitor and report on key performance metrics (inventory turnover, parts availability, supplier performance, etc.).
• Present national-level performance reports and improvement plans to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with Finance to develop and manage company-wide procurement budgets.
• Track and report on procurement KPIs (e.g., spend under management, cost savings, supplier performance, compliance rates).
• Drive cost-optimization initiatives, including category management, strategic sourcing, and bulk purchasing programs.
• Ensure procurement practices contribute to improved profitability and operational resilience.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Cost optimization

Data analytics

ERP/MRP/P2P proficiency

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP/MRP/P2P platforms

Job description

Clutch Technologies Inc. in Toronto/Mississauga is seeking a Director of Procurement to lead and optimize all company-wide purchasing activities, from parts to indirect spend.

You will establish governance, standardize workflows, and partner with executives to ensure cost efficiency and scalable processes. The role demands 15+ years in procurement with 10+ in senior leadership, strong ERP/MRP/P2P expertise, and proven ability to drive cross-functional alignment while delivering measurable