Are you looking for a challenging role where you will have the opportunity to have a huge impact on an industry leader?
Do you have outstanding relationships and a creative streak?
If so, this role may be for you! We are looking for Special Exception- Business Professional, who will be accountable for the lead cross-functional teams to execute on low to medium value/complexity sourcing projects and contracting efforts. Determine sourcing strategy and conduct analysis and negotiations
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Hours: 9am-5pm Monday-Friday; standard 37.5 hrs/week (Hybrid schedule)
Advantages
• Hybrid role in Toronto
• Earn competitive pay rate
• 11 month contract with a possibility of conversion / Extension
Responsibilities
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute on low to medium value/complexity sourcing projects and contracting efforts. Determine sourcing strategy and conduct analysis and negotiations.
• Influence requirements from business partners necessary to evaluate and select suppliers
• Conduct baseline and market analysis, develop sourcing strategy and conduct contract negotiations
• Read and understand contract and commercial terms in current contracts and proposals.
• Manage sourcing resources and engage subject matter experts (such as legal, risk and finance) in support of a specific set of commodities and/or a business line
• Provide sourcing thought leadership and day-to-day oversight of resource activities
• Be responsible for the accuracy of contract archives
• Track expirations of existing contracts and develop work plan for renewals, interact with legal and drafting teams to incorporate results of negotiations into contract documents
• Provide supporting analytics to finance team to validate realized savings
• Manage relations with key business partners and project owners to develop/maintain strong working relationships
• Support vendor managers in execution of business led initiatives as necessary.
Decision Authorities:
• Responsible for low to medium value negotiation and contracting activities to deliver savings and value consistent with business objectives and priorities.
Qualifications
Candidate Requirements/Must Have Skills:
1) 6+ years of progressive business experience in global supply chain management and/or vendor management and/or contract management
2) 6+ years of experience and expertise with supplier contractual terms and conditions to mitigate legal and business risk
3) 3+ years of IT Infrastructure contracts/sourcing experience
4) 3+ years of extensive knowledge of IT software/SaaS solutions/vendor
5) Solid knowledge of sourcing and procurement principles and best practices
6) Experience with sourcing and procurement systems and tools
7) Solid analytical skills
Nice-To-Have Skills/ Strong Assets:
• Graduate degree (business preferred)
• Knowledge of relevant legislative and regulatory requirements relating to management of third party outsourcing in the jurisdictions in which company operates
• Knowledge of financial, actuarial and insurance systems
• Familiar with business operations, strategies and financial environment
Education:
• Undergraduate degree (business preferred)
• Certifications: CPSM (supply chain certification) – not required but a nice to have
Summary
If you are interested in this role, please apply in our website www.randstad.ca
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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Are you looking for a challenging role where you will have the opportunity to have a huge impact on an industry leader?
Do you have outstanding relationships and a creative streak?
If so, this role may be for you! We are looking for Special Exception- Business Professional, who will be accountable for the lead cross-functional teams to execute on low to medium value/complexity sourcing projects and contracting efforts. Determine sourcing strategy and conduct analysis and negotiations
Hours: 9am-5pm Monday-Friday; standard 37.5 hrs/week (Hybrid schedule)
Advantages
• Hybrid role in Toronto
• Earn competitive pay rate
• 11 month contract with a possibility of conversion / Extension
Responsibilities
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute on low to medium value/complexity sourcing projects and contracting efforts. Determine sourcing strategy and conduct analysis and negotiations.
• Influence requirements from business partners necessary to evaluate and select suppliers
• Conduct baseline and market analysis, develop sourcing strategy and conduct contract negotiations
• Read and understand contract and commercial terms in current contracts and proposals.
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• Manage sourcing resources and engage subject matter experts (such as legal, risk and finance) in support of a specific set of commodities and/or a business line
• Provide sourcing thought leadership and day-to-day oversight of resource activities
• Be responsible for the accuracy of contract archives
• Track expirations of existing contracts and develop work plan for renewals, interact with legal and drafting teams to incorporate results of negotiations into contract documents
• Provide supporting analytics to finance team to validate realized savings
• Manage relations with key business partners and project owners to develop/maintain strong working relationships
• Support vendor managers in execution of business led initiatives as necessary.
Decision Authorities:
• Responsible for low to medium value negotiation and contracting activities to deliver savings and value consistent with business objectives and priorities.
Qualifications
Candidate Requirements/Must Have Skills:
1) 6+ years of progressive business experience in global supply chain management and/or vendor management and/or contract management
2) 6+ years of experience and expertise with supplier contractual terms and conditions to mitigate legal and business risk
3) 3+ years of IT Infrastructure contracts/sourcing experience
4) 3+ years of extensive knowledge of IT software/SaaS solutions/vendor
5) Solid knowledge of sourcing and procurement principles and best practices
6) Experience with sourcing and procurement systems and tools
7) Solid analytical skills
Nice-To-Have Skills/ Strong Assets:
• Graduate degree (business preferred)
• Knowledge of relevant legislative and regulatory requirements relating to management of third party outsourcing in the jurisdictions in which company operates
• Knowledge of financial, actuarial and insurance systems
• Familiar with business operations, strategies and financial environment
Education:
• Undergraduate degree (business preferred)
• Certifications: CPSM (supply chain certification) – not required but a nice to have
Summary
If you are interested in this role, please apply in our website www.randstad.ca
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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