Manager Strategic procurement

Quebecor; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company seeks a Manager of Strategic Procurement to manage supplier contracts and relationships. This role involves analyzing client needs, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience in negotiation and project management, and fluency in French and English. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and career development.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance

Pension plans

Discounts on Videotron services

Flexible schedules

Extra vacation

Wellness programs

Fitness access

Employee assistance

Career development opportunities

Participation in community initiatives

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience in negotiation and project management.
• Fluent in French and English (spoken and written).
• SCMP designation and procurement technology skills are assets.

Responsibilities

• Analyze internal customer needs for telecom services.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships.
• Define negotiation strategies to meet client needs and reduce costs.

Skills

Negotiation

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in administration, procurement, law, project management, or related field

Tools

Windows

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

SAP (MM, PS, Sourcing)

Job description

Vidéotron, one of Canada's leading telecommunications companies, enjoys a unique relationship with the public and is highly esteemed by its customers as the most admired telecommunications company by Quebecers.

Joining Videotron means working at the forefront of technology in a rapidly growing company with experienced, multidisciplinary teams eager to share their knowledge.

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Strategic Procurement – Telecommunication Services, the Manager of Strategic Procurement is responsible for managing the contracting process for telecom services and maintaining business relations with suppliers. This role involves identifying internal client needs, leading negotiations, and managing contractual agreements from supplier identification, RFQ, selection, negotiation, renewal, to service implementation.

The manager supports the Director, Senior Manager, operational teams, and other business units related to this commodity.

Role and Responsibilities:

1. Analyze internal customer needs for telecom services;
2. Develop and manage supplier relationships;
3. Keep stakeholders informed about activities related to this commodity;
4. Recommend optimal sources of supply;
5. Serve as the main contact for contractual issues with managed suppliers;
6. Define negotiation strategies to meet client needs and reduce costs;
7. Make recommendations for contract awards;
8. Prepare RFQs, evaluate proposals, and negotiate contract terms;
9. Draft and review contractual clauses in collaboration with legal;
10. Manage contracts to ensure compliance and address deviations;
11. Maintain contract databases and monitor renewals;
12. Evaluate supplier performance and address non-compliance issues;
13. Contribute to process improvements related to this commodity;
14. Collaborate with the Procurement team;
15. Participate in training new employees;
16. Perform other related tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in administration, procurement, law, project management, or related field, or equivalent experience;
• At least three years of experience in negotiation and project management;
• Fluent in French and English (spoken and written);
• Proficient in Windows, Excel, Word, PowerPoint; experience with SAP (MM, PS, Sourcing) is an asset;
• SCMP designation and procurement technology skills are assets;
• Experience in telecom and high-tech markets is an asset.

Additional benefits include comprehensive insurance, pension plans, discounts on Videotron services, flexible schedules, extra vacation, wellness programs, fitness access, employee assistance, involvement in impactful projects, career development opportunities, and participation in community initiatives.

We are committed to an accessible, equitable, and inclusive workplace that values diversity and respects individual differences. If accommodations are needed during the hiring process, please inform us at your earliest convenience.