Senior Manager, Procurement

T-Net British Columbia; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Manager in Procurement to drive strategic sourcing and improve procurement processes. This role entails leading a team, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the company fosters a supportive environment for all employees.

Benefits

Top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance

Hybrid work environment with minimum office attendance

RRSP matching and RESP contribution

Clioversary recognition program

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in procurement, especially in strategic sourcing.
• Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills to inform decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and optimize procurement processes.
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure compliance with policies.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing procurement team.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Sourcing

Team Leadership

Tools

Coupa

Job description

The Senior Manager, Procurement will play a critical role in driving strategic sourcing initiatives and optimizing procurement processes across Clio. This role will lead a team of procurement professionals and be responsible for developing and implementing innovative sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with company policies and industry best practices.

What you'll work on :

Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation :

• Lead the development and execution of strategic sourcing strategies for key categories across Clio
• Conduct thorough market analysis, identify potential suppliers, and negotiate competitive contracts that deliver value and mitigate risk.
• Utilize data-driven insights to inform sourcing decisions and drive continuous improvement.

Procurement Operations :

• Oversee and enhance the day-to-day operations of the procurement function, including purchase order processing, contract management, and supplier performance management.
• Implement and maintain robust procurement processes and controls to ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulations.
• Drive the adoption, utilization, and enhancement of Coupa at Clio.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of procurement professionals.
• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team environment.
• Provide ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance team skills and knowledge.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring mutual satisfaction and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and address any issues proactively.
• Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve the overall effectiveness of the procurement function.
• Leverage technology and data analytics to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in procurement.
• Hold strong opinions on world-class best practices for procurement, systems, and processes.

Stakeholder Management :

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including business leaders, Finance, Legal, Compliance and IT.
• Effectively communicate procurement strategies, policies, and performance metrics to stakeholders.
• Proactively address stakeholder concerns and resolve any issues that may arise.

What you may have :

• 8+ years of progressive experience in procurement, with a strong emphasis on strategic sourcing and negotiation.
• Proven experience in leading high-performing and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated expertise in the implementation, operation, and augmentation of Coupa or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.

What you will find here :

Compensation is one of the main components of Clio's Total Rewards Program. We have developed a series of programs and processes to ensure we are creating fair and competitive pay practices that form the foundation of our human and high-performing culture.

Some highlights of our Total Rewards program include :

• Competitive, equitable salary with top-tier health benefits, dental, and vision insurance
• Hybrid work environment, with expectation for local Clions (Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and Dublin) to be in office minimum 2 days per week on our Anchor Days.
• RRSP matching and RESP contribution
• Clioversary recognition program with special acknowledgement at 3, 5, 7, and 10 years

Clio is more than just a tech company - we are a global leader that is transforming the legal experience for all by bettering the lives of legal professionals while increasing access to justice.

Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Equity (DIBE) & Accessibility

Our team shows up as their authentic selves, and are united by our mission. We are dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion. We pride ourselves in building and fostering an environment where our teams feel included, valued, and enabled to do the best work of their careers, wherever they choose to log in from. We believe that different perspectives, skills, backgrounds, and experiences result in higher-performing teams and better innovation. We are committed to equal employment and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Clio provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our culture at clio.com / careers

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