Strategic Sourcing Lead - Global Procurement & Contracts

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is searching for a Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing to provide procurement support and influence sourcing decisions. This role requires 7+ years of procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will manage a pipeline of sourcing activities and lead complex sourcing initiatives, ensuring organizational value. Comprehensive rewards including bonuses and development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits

Competitive compensation

World-class training program

Flexible work/life balance options

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in global Procurement, sourcing and relationship management.
• Experience in leading stakeholder interactions and influencing business decisions.
• Strong contract acumen: AI contracts, Contract Gap Analysis, Redlining, Contract Negotiations.
• Strong organizational, analytical and presentation skills, delivering to Senior and Executive level leaders.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage pipeline of sourcing activities and recommend sourcing strategies.
• Lead and execute complex sourcing initiatives through competitive evaluations.
• Negotiate and draft complex supplier contracts.
• Build effective relationships with key stakeholders.
• Secure stakeholder support for complex decisions.
• Identify and prioritize new sourcing opportunities.

Skills

Contract Management

Decision Making

Interpersonal Relationship Management

Negotiation

Reviewing Contracts

Sourcing and Procurement

Supplier Evaluations

Education

Post‑secondary education, related purchasing field or Procurement designation

Job description

A leading financial institution in Toronto is searching for a Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing to provide procurement support and influence sourcing decisions. This role requires 7+ years of procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to build relationships with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will manage a pipeline of sourcing activities and lead complex sourcing initiatives, ensuring organizational value. Comprehensive rewards including bonuses and development opportunities are offered.