Manager, Procurement

Clio • Vancouver, BC

7d • CA$117,400 - CA$176,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

Clio is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead delivery of procurement across multiple key categories while supporting the build out of a scalable, data driven procurement function. This role combines category ownership, stakeholder partnership and operational leadership within a rapidly evolving procurement model. This role is a backfill for an existing position.

Requirements

• 5-7+ years of leadership experience in indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, or supplier management.
• Proven experience managing and developing a team including coaching, performance management and setting clear expectations.
• Proven ability to lead sourcing initiatives with cross-functional stakeholders driving alignment and timely execution.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience negotiating complex vendor agreements and pricing models.
• Strong judgement with ability to balance cost, risk, business priorities and appropriately challenge stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Experience managing supplier relationships through structured tools & resources.
• High attention to detail with ability to identify and mitigate commercial contractual risks.
• Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, build and scale environment, managing multiple priorities with minimal oversight.
• Demonstrate a keen interest in improving your craft by using AI.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end sourcing across all categories (e.g., SaaS, IT, Professional Services), including developing and executing category strategies aligned to business priorities; manage sourcing pipeline, track upcoming renewals, initiatives and cost saving opportunities to deliver measurable value through cost savings and avoidance, supported by clear reporting and KPIs.
• Lead and develop a team of procurement professionals including setting priorities, coaching and performance management.
• Lead negotiations for complex, enterprise level vendor agreements (including SaaS, Professional Services, IT and service delivery) contracts and commercial terms.
• Support procurement transformation initiatives including rollout of processes, workflows and operating model changes; drive adoption of centralized procurement intake and workflows, improving visibility, cycle times, and stakeholder experience.
• Partner with stakeholders to refine business requirements and challenge demand where appropriate to ensure cost-effective sourcing outcomes.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, and risk while identifying opportunities for consolidation and cost optimization.
• Support resolution of vendor-related issues and escalations, coordinating with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive timely outcomes.
• Act a key user of procurement systems (i.e. Omnea, Coupa) supporting workflow execution, data accuracy and adoption.
• Lead the advancement of procurement systems, automation and AI-enabled processes and operational controls while driving scalable processes across the procurement function.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, approval processes, risk, legal and compliance requirements across all sourcing activities.

Benefits

• Competitive, equitable salary with top-tier health benefits, dental, and vision insurance
• Hybrid work environment
• Flexible time off policy, with an encouraged 20 days off per year.
• $2000 annual counseling benefit
• RRSP matching and RESP contribution
• Clioversary recognition program with special acknowledgement at 3, 5, 7, and 10 years

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed