Strategic Sourcing Lead: Tech & Media Procurement

Canadian Tire Corporation; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Tire Corporation seeks a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to support enterprise-wide sourcing, contracting, and negotiations for Technology and Marketing, including media and events.

Responsibilities include leading sourcing for software, hardware, telecoms, services, and marketing materials, coordinating with legal, and driving cost savings across supplier portfolios. Minimum 3 years in Tech/Marketing procurement is required.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Marketing, Technology or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Technology and/or Marketing procurement, strategic sourcing or category management.
• SCMP/NISCL/MCIPS designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and contracting for Technology and Marketing purchases including software, hardware, telecoms, managed services, marketing, media, events, and print services.
• Manage contracting processes with internal/external legal counsel following compliance and governance reviews.
• Develop sourcing strategies, conduct RFx, evaluate suppliers, negotiate pricing and terms.
• Collaborate with Technology and business units to contract solutions aligned to priorities.
• Monitor supplier compliance and conduct supplier reviews; manage escalations.
• Analyze spend data and supplier portfolios to identify opportunities and cost savings.
• Provide subject matter expertise and train new hires in Procurement.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

RFx Development

Contract Negotiation

Supplier Management

Spend Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Negotiation

Procurement Processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Marketing, Technology

Job description

Canadian Tire Corporation seeks a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to support enterprise-wide sourcing, contracting, and negotiations for Technology and Marketing, including media and events.

Responsibilities include leading sourcing for software, hardware, telecoms, services, and marketing materials, coordinating with legal, and driving cost savings across supplier portfolios. Minimum 3 years in Tech/Marketing procurement is required.