Procurement Manager

Nexus Systems Group Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain consultancy in Peel Region, Mississauga is seeking an experienced supply chain manager. This role involves leading sourcing strategies, managing vendor relations, and conducting contract negotiations. Ideal candidates will have over 6 years of experience in supply chain and vendor management, alongside strong analytical and sourcing skills. A business degree and knowledge of IT software solutions are preferred.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive business experience in global supply chain management.
• 6+ years of experience with supplier contractual terms to mitigate risk.
• 3+ years of extensive knowledge of IT software/SaaS solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams on sourcing projects and contracting efforts.
• Conduct baseline and market analysis to develop sourcing strategy.
• Manage relations with key business partners to maintain strong relationships.

Skills

Business experience in global supply chain management

Expertise with supplier contractual terms

IT Infrastructure contracts/sourcing experience

Knowledge of IT software/SaaS solutions

Analytical skills

Education

Undergraduate degree (business preferred)

CPSM certification

Tools

Sourcing and procurement systems

Job description

Typical Day in Role

• Lead cross-functional teams to execute on low to medium value/complexity sourcing projects and contracting efforts. Determine sourcing strategy and conduct analysis and negotiations.
• Influence requirements from business partners necessary to evaluate and select suppliers
• Conduct baseline and market analysis, develop sourcing strategy and conduct contract negotiations
• Read and understand contract and commercial terms in current contracts and proposals
• Manage sourcing resources and engage subject matter experts (such as legal, risk and finance) in support of a specific set of commodities and/or a business line
• Provide sourcing thought leadership and day-to-day oversight of resource activities
• Be responsible for the accuracy of contract archives
• Track expirations of existing contracts and develop work plan for renewals, interact with legal and drafting teams to incorporate results of negotiations into contract documents
• Provide supporting analytics to finance team to validate realized savings
• Manage relations with key business partners and project owners to develop/maintain strong working relationships
• Support vendor managers in execution of business led initiatives as necessary.

Decision Authorities

• Responsible for low to medium value negotiation and contracting activities to deliver savings and value consistent with business objectives and priorities.

People Leader Role: No

Candidate Requirements/Must Have Skills

1. 6+ years of progressive business experience in global supply chain management and/or vendor management and/or contract management
2. 6+ years of experience and expertise with supplier contractual terms and conditions to mitigate legal and business risk
3. 3+ years of IT Infrastructure contracts/sourcing experience
4. 3+ years of extensive knowledge of IT software/SaaS solutions/vendor
5. Solid knowledge of sourcing and procurement principles and best practices
6. Experience with sourcing and procurement systems and tools
7. Solid analytical skills

Nice-To-Have Skills/ Strong Assets

• Graduate degree (business preferred)
• Knowledge of relevant legislative and regulatory requirements relating to management of third party outsourcing in the jurisdictions in which client operates
• Knowledge of financial, actuarial and insurance systems
• Familiar with client's business operations, strategies and financial environment

Education

• Undergraduate degree (business preferred)
• Certifications: CPSM (supply chain certification) – not required but a nice to have