Strategic Sourcing & Contracts Team Lead

MacEwan University; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Generous vacation time

Secure pension plan

Flexible benefits package

Continuous learning culture

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

MacEwan University seeks a Team Lead, Sourcing to provide strategic and operational leadership for the Procurement Sourcing Team. You will drive competitive procurement, contract administration, and supplier performance within a governance framework.

Reporting to the Director, you will mentor staff, negotiate high-risk contracts, analyze spend data, and oversee external sourcing platforms to ensure compliance and optimal value for the institution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, or related field.
• SCMP certification or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years’ procurement experience, including leading end-to-end bids and negotiations.
• Experience in a public sector institution or large organization is an asset.
• Knowledge of NWPTA/CFTA trade agreements is a plus.
• Experience with procurement platforms and contract management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform risk assessments on high-risk bids and agreements; embed mitigating strategies.
• Lead and manage complex, high-value contracts and changes; manage commercial risk.
• Lead negotiations for high-risk procurements; ensure alignment with obligations.
• Provide stewardship over procurement and contract administration for goods and services.
• Analyze spend data to report on cost, supplier performance, and market conditions.
• Administer external sourcing platforms (Euna/Bonfire); ensure posting accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement with stakeholders.
• Coach and mentor staff in procurement strategies, policies, and contract law.

Skills

7+ years procurement experience

Leadership in high-value negotiations

Contract administration expertise

Stakeholder relationship management

Spend data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, or related field

SCMP designation or equivalent

Tools

Euna Procurement (Bonfire)

Google Workspace

MS Office

Contract Lifecycle Management software

E-Procurement Solutions

E-Signature software

PeopleSoft applications

Job description

MacEwan University seeks a Team Lead, Sourcing to provide strategic and operational leadership for the Procurement Sourcing Team. You will drive competitive procurement, contract administration, and supplier performance within a governance framework.

Reporting to the Director, you will mentor staff, negotiate high-risk contracts, analyze spend data, and oversee external sourcing platforms to ensure compliance and optimal value for the institution.