Strategic Sourcing Specialist – Technology & 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

Reporting to the Manager of Strategic Sourcing, the Strategic Sourcing Specialist position is responsible for supporting enterprise-wide sourcing, contracting and negotiating activities related to Technology and Marketing, including Media and Events.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and contracting for Technology and Marketing related purchases including software (SaaS/Cloud), hardware, telecommunications, managed services, infrastructure, cybersecurity solutions, consulting services, marketing, media, advertising, sponsorships, events, print services, creative agencies, market research, promotional materials, venues, catering, audiovisual, and event production.
• Lead the sourcing and contracting process for medium to high complexity tasks, including supplier investigation, development of sourcing strategies, bid solicitation/RFx, supplier evaluation, negotiation of pricing, commercial terms and conditions, and completion of procurement-related documentation.
• Facilitate the contracting process with internal and external legal counsel following applicable compliance and governance review processes, including Security, Privacy, Information Governance, Tax, Risk, and bank compliance.
• Work collaboratively with all business areas and the Technology organization to contract solutions and services that meet business priorities.
• Maintain ownership of specific supplier or business client portfolios.
• Negotiate pricing, rebates, service levels, deliverables, licensing requirements, commercial terms and contract structures to maximize value and mitigate risk.
• Manage governing agreements, transaction documents, and related commercial documents.
• Monitor supplier compliance with contractual obligations and enterprise policies; support supplier business reviews and manage escalations.
• Analyze spend data and supplier portfolios to identify category opportunities, cost reduction initiatives, supplier rationalization, and process improvements.
• Provide subject matter expertise and support training of new hires in Procurement.

Requirements

• University degree, College/Technical Institute diploma, or equivalent work experience in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Marketing, Technology or a related field.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in a Technology and/or Marketing, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing or Category Management role.
• SCMP/NISCL/MCIPS or equivalent professional designation is considered an asset.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement processes including strategic sourcing, RFx development and execution, supplier negotiations, contract review, commercial analysis and stakeholder management.
• Experience supporting Technology procurement categories including software, SaaS/cloud, hardware, managed services, infrastructure, cybersecurity solutions, telecommunications and technology consulting services.
• Experience supporting Marketing procurement categories including media buying, creative and production agencies, sponsorships, event management, market research, print services, and promotional materials.
• Strong leadership skills, accountability, and demonstrated ability to construct procurement strategies and solve problems.
• Collaborative team player with superior influencing, communication, presentation and negotiation skills.

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.