Supply Chain and Operations - Senior Consultant - e-Procurement and Digital Solutions

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm in Ottawa is seeking a Senior / Manager, Supply Chain – Business Transformation. The role involves developing procurement strategies, managing projects, and mentoring staff. Ideal candidates will have 3–5+ years of experience in consulting or industry, an undergraduate degree, and familiarity with digital procurement platforms. The position offers a supportive environment for professional growth and a range of benefits including mental health support.

Benefits

$5,000 per year for mental health support benefits

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of relevant consulting or industry experience.
• Functional/technical proficiency in business transformation projects.
• Experience with blue-chip organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement solutions and guide client strategy.
• Lead design and deployment of business transformation projects.
• Manage project financials including budgeting and resource planning.

Skills

Consulting experience

Procurement solutions

Project management

Category Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business Management or Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP Ariba

SAP Fieldglass

Ivalua

Coupa

Jaggaer

Job description

The opportunity

We are seeking a Senior / Manager, Supply Chain – Business Transformation. You will work with some of the highest-performing teams in the industry, deliver exceptional client service, and develop your skill set while collaborating with outstanding professionals. If you're looking for a dynamic environment that supports manufacturing strategy, cost optimization, contract manufacturing, operational performance, and broader business transformation, this could be the role for you.

Your key responsibilities

As a Senior / Manager at EY, you will contribute to the Supply Chain & Operations team by leading engagements, supporting practice development, and mentoring junior staff. Responsibilities include:

Engagement Management:

• Develop procurement solutions and guide client strategy with expert-level knowledge of e-procurement and broader digital procurement technologies.
• Lead the design, implementation, and deployment of business transformation projects for clients.
• Provide functional expertise across all phases of technology implementation, including requirements gathering, design, build, testing, and change management.
• Support project leadership in business development and market growth initiatives.
• Manage project financials, including budgeting, resource planning, and day-to-day client interactions.

People Development:

• Foster the development of digital procurement capabilities within EY’s Supply Chain practice.
• Create a positive team environment and provide coaching and support to junior staff.
• Assist senior leadership with practice development activities such as recruiting and training.

Business Development:

• Help expand the Business Transformation practice across EY Canada.
• Collaborate across EY service lines to identify and support business development opportunities.
• Develop new solutions and innovative ways of working to advance EY’s innovation agenda.

Skills and attributes for success

• An undergraduate degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 3–5+ years of relevant consulting or industry experience with blue-chip organizations.
• Functional/technical proficiency in full lifecycle delivery of business transformation projects.
• Subject matter expertise in one or more of the following: Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management, Supplier Relationship Management, or Procure-to-Pay processes.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• A high level of motivation, strong work ethic, and a self-starting attitude.
• Working knowledge of digital procurement platforms – such as SAP Ariba and/or SAP Fieldglass, or any other procurement and spend management solutions (Ivalua, Coupa, Jaggaer, etc.)

What we offer you

When you thrive, we thrive. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being:

• $5,000 per year for mental health support benefits

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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