Global Sourcing Manager

Brookfield Asset Management; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Toronto is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager for their Technology Services Group. This role is responsible for managing vendor relationships, leading sourcing processes, and ensuring compliance with internal policies. Ideal candidates will have a background in technology sourcing and strong skills in negotiation, data management, and communication. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a major corporate environment focused on innovative sourcing solutions.

Qualifications

• 3-10 years experience in Technology Sourcing.
• End-to-End Sourcing Lifecycle Management (RFx) expertise.
• Inquisitive with strong listening and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Sourcing lifecycle and develop relevant Sourcing strategies.
• Lead commercial negotiations guided by data analysis.
• Support vendor onboarding and manage compliance reviews.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Data Management

Risk Management

Project Management

Education

Minimum 3 years degree or diploma in Business Management

Certified Procurement Professional (CPP)

Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP)

Tools

Excel

PowerBI

Monday.com

PowerPoint

Job description

Technology Services (TS) is responsible for delivering all enterprise infrastructure, applications and related end user technology services across all Brookfield business groups, comprised of approximately 5,000 users.

Position Summary

This role sits within the Technology Services Group (TSG), in which the Strategic Sourcing Manager will report to the Director of Global Sourcing and will be accountable for, but is not limited to;

Developing and managing their Sourcing category strategy

Leading the Strategic Sourcing process (end-to-end)

Managing the contract lifecycle for various technology Vendors

Fostering and managing Vendor / Client relationships

Identifying new ways to deliver value-based Sourcing services (Smarter-Faster-Cheaper)

Ensuring clarity of communication (written and verbal)

Responsibilities

Effectively manage the Sourcing lifecycle;

Requirements gathering

Develop relevant Sourcing strategies, that support the business needs and objectives

Build and run RFx’s

Lead commercial negotiations which are backed by commercial analysis to ensure fact based and informed decision making

Manage the Vendor selection process, which includes;

Cyber-Security Review (if applicable)

Compliance Review (if applicable)

Track, document, and present RFx results and recommendations for Stakeholders and Senior Leadership approval

Support Vendor onboarding as needed

Analyze changing conditions and perform analysis within managed commodity scope.

Tactfully develop and negotiate commercial terms

Identify risk and exposure within Vendor proposed terms and conditions

Develop opportunities to drive cost optimization and operational efficiencies within current and new 3rd party arrangements

Prioritize and assess the urgency to resolve inquiries and escalations pertaining to Vendor / Contract related matters

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum 3 years degree or diploma in Business Management or related discipline, OR 7-10 years’ experience in Technology Sourcing, including but not limited to;

End-to-End Sourcing Lifecycle Management (RFx)

Vendor and Risk Management

Data Management and Analysis

Possessing a Certified Procurement Professional (CPP) or Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation is an asset

Working knowledge in the following Sourcing categories is a significant asset;

Cyber-Security

End-User (OEM HW and Peripherals)

While working closely with the Legal team, the Sourcing Manager will analyze, identify, and negotiate 3rd party contract terms, and ensure contracts are compliant with internal policies and procedures (i.e. Finance, Risk & Internal Compliance, Cyber-Security, etc.) prior to execution

Lead the RFx process and Contract Management activities through a structured and well documented approach to internal clients and Business stakeholders

Must be inquisitive, and possess effective listening, comprehension and impactful communication skills (Oral and Written)

Highly competent in building and presenting PowerPoint presentations to Executives

Familiarity with Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) is an asset

Organizational and Project Management Skills

This role is based out of Brookfield Place (Toronto) and does not require any travelling

Qualifications & Requirements

Working understanding of the Infrastructure, Cyber-Security, and End-User categories

Must have advanced skills in Excel, PowerBI, Monday.com, and PowerPoint with a high level of attention to detail

Must be organized and able to juggle several projects and day-to-day tasks independently

Inquisitive, motivated, confident to operate outside one’s comfort zone

Possess effective listening, comprehension, and impactful communication skills

Possessing a Certified Procurement Professional (CPP) or Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation is an asset

This is an in-the-office role based out of Brookfield Place (Toronto)