Sourcing Manager

Canada Life Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Health & Wellness

Time Off

Financial Security

Rewards & Recognition

Community

Job summary

Canada Life is seeking a Manager of Strategic Sourcing with a technology focus to partner with management, develop negotiation and contract strategies for high‑risk, complex initiatives, and drive supplier consolidation.

You will analyze data, prepare reports for senior management, and lead projects that reduce total cost of ownership while managing supplier risk in a fast‑paced environment.

This permanent role offers career growth, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years negotiating technology contracts.
• Experience leading complex sourcing programs.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multi-stakeholder technology contracts.
• Post-secondary degree required.

Responsibilities

• Partner with management to develop negotiation and contract strategies for high-risk, complex sourcing initiatives.
• Influence sourcing decisions, drive supplier consolidation, and lead cost savings and cost avoidance outcomes.
• Develop and implement strategies to support business objectives that provide cost-effective, sustainable solutions to Canada Life businesses that optimize total value generated from our supplier base.
• Gather and analyze data to create playbooks and strategies supporting various business models for services either contemplated or currently under contract.
• Prepare report and presentations for senior management.

Skills

Technology contract negotiation

Strategic sourcing

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Post secondary degree

Job description

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In today's fast-paced business environment, effective strategic sourcing and supplier management is essential to maintaining a competitive advantage. Canada Life is continuously assessing our business strategies and supply chain partners to ensure we optimize value while minimizing risk. To support these efforts, we are seeking a Manager of Strategic Sourcing with specialized experience and focus on technology solutions. Reporting to the Director, this individual will play a critical role in driving value and supporting the business in achieving its goals and objectives while minimizing total cost of ownership and supplier risk exposure to our Company.

What you will do

• Partner with management to proactively develop negotiation and contract strategies for high-risk, complex, and sensitive sourcing initiatives.
• Influence sourcing decisions, drive supplier consolidation, and lead cost savings and cost avoidance outcomes.
• Develop and implement robust strategies to support business objectives that provide cost-effective, sustainable solutions to Canada Life businesses that optimize total value generated from our supplier base.
• Gather and analyze data to create playbooks and strategies supporting various business models for services either contemplated or currently under contract.
• Prepare report and presentations for senior management.

What you will bring

• At least 5 years direct experience negotiating technology contracts.
• Experience leading complex projects and supporting the development of strategic programs.
• Strong communication and storytelling skills.
• Demonstrated strength in leading multi-stakeholder technology contracts in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent critical thinking/problem solving abilities with diverse business acumen.
• Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous work assignments in a high demanding and fast paced environment.
• Post secondary degree and 5+ years in technology procurement, sourcing and relationship management. Equivalent combination of education and experience.

The base salary for this position is between $100,000- $125,000 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc).

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Grow with Canada Life

We’reunited by a shared purpose: to improve the financial,physicaland mental well-beingof Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.

We’relooking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers,communitiesand each other.Are you someone who always strives to do the right thing, who steps up for themselves and others, and who delivers with impact? Then we want to hear from you!

What we offer

We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member:

• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to$2,000 annuallytowardseducation reimbursement.
• Health & Wellness:Flexible health and dental benefits,plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.
• Time Off:In addition to regular vacation andpersonal days,we support communityinvolvement with avolunteer day.
• Financial Security:Company-matching pension plan,share ownership program andadditionalinvestment options.
• Rewards and Recognition:Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
• Emphasis onCommunity:We provide aworkplace whereemployeesfeel connected and supported throughEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs),mentorshipprograms,socialclubsandevents.

We’recommitted to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact [e-mail]. All information provided will be handledin accordance withapplicable laws and Canada Life policies.

Canada Lifewould like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Location: Toronto, ON, CA Winnipeg, MB, CA