Procurement Manager - Sourcing & Contracting

Kelly Services (Canada), Ltd.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services (Canada), Ltd. is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager for a hybrid role in Toronto/Mississauga.

You will manage the full procurement lifecycle from intake to contract execution, collaborating with stakeholders, Legal, Privacy, Security, and Risk teams to deliver compliant, value-driven outcomes. Responsibilities include leading RFPs/RFIs/RFQs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and governance adherence in a complex environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 8+ years of progressive procurement experience including strategic sourcing and contract management.
• Experience leading end-to-end procurement engagements from sourcing strategy through contract execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement engagements from business intake through executed agreement.
• Gather business requirements and determine sourcing strategies.
• Develop and manage RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and supplier evaluations.
• Drive supplier selection activities and recommendations.
• Negotiate pricing, service levels, risk provisions and contractual terms.
• Partner with legal and vendor teams to finalize agreements.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance.

Skills

Procurement

Strategic Sourcing

Contract Management

RFPs/RFIs/RFQs

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation

Risk Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Ariba

Coupa

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Hybrid (4 Days Onsite) - Toronto or Mississauga, ON

Up to $56/hr T4 + 4% Vacation Pay

Strong Potential for Extension and Permanent Conversion

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join a high-performing procurement team supporting enterprise-wide sourcing and contracting initiatives. This role is ideal for a procurement professional who can independently manage the entire procurement lifecycle, from business intake and sourcing strategy through supplier selection, commercial negotiations, contract execution, and engagement closure.

You will partner with business stakeholders, suppliers, Legal, Privacy, Security, and Risk teams to deliver successful procurement outcomes in a complex and highly governed environment.

What You'll Be Doing

End-to-End Procurement Management

• Lead procurement engagements from business intake through executed agreement
• Gather business requirements and determine appropriate sourcing strategies
• Develop and manage RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and supplier evaluations
• Drive supplier selection activities and recommendations
• Manage multiple concurrent procurement initiatives while meeting delivery timelines
• Lead commercial and contractual negotiations directly with suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, service levels, risk provisions and contractual terms
• Partner with supplier representatives and legal counsel to finalize agreements
• Resolve negotiation issues and drive contracts to completion
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, standards, and governance requirements
• Collaborate with Legal, Privacy, Information Security, Compliance, and Risk teams
• Identify, assess, and escal… contractual and supplier risks where appropriate
• Utilize approved templates, standards, and procurement frameworks

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with business partners and supplier organizations
• Act as a trusted advisor on sourcing strategy and procurement best practices
• Facilitate discussions across multiple stakeholder groups to drive consensus and outcomes

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

8+ years of progressive experience in:

• Procurement
• Strategic Sourcing
• Contract Management

8+ years leading end-to-end procurement engagements from sourcing strategy through contract execution

• RFPs/RFQs/RFIs

Experience working with:

• Business Stakeholders
• Legal Teams
• Suppliers and Vendor Organizations

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management capabilities

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

Financial Services or other highly regulated industry experience

Professional certification in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Contract Management

Technology, Operations, or Enterprise Services procurement experience

Knowledge of governance and third-party risk management frameworks

Experience with:

• Ariba
• Coupa
• Microsoft Office Suite

Why You’ll Want This Role

• Long-term contract opportunity with extension potential
• Opportunity to work on strategic enterprise procurement initiatives
• Exposure to senior business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders
• Collaborative team environment with strong learning opportunities
• Stable, high-profile organization undergoing significant transformation initiatives

Use AI for Hiring

Our recruitment process for this role includes the use of AI-based tools to help evaluate candidate qualifications and screen applications.

Why Kelly?

At Kelly®, we’re committed to finding rewarding opportunities that help you thrive—both professionally and personally. We partner with leading organizations across industries, connecting talented individuals to roles that fit their skills, interests, and goals. As part of the Kelly team, you’ll have access to a diverse network, ongoing career support, and resources to help you succeed. We value inclusion, respect, and work-life balance, and we offer competitive pay and benefits. Join us and discover what’s next for your career!