Procurement Advisor

Intact FC • Mississauga, ON

10d • CA$74,800 - CA$91,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a Procurement Advisor to join our growing team! Join our team of IT Procurement Professionals, where you'll play an instrumental role in driving business growth within a culture that champions collaboration, innovation, and commitment to making a meaningful impact on customers, employees, and communities. Leverage your sourcing, strategic thinking and business skills to expertly manage the contract lifecycle, cultivate strong cross-functional partnerships across diverse functions and locations, and enhance both personal and shareholder value.

Requirements

• Post secondary education in Business Administration, Finance, professional designation such as CPP (an asset), or related field .
• Experience managing multiple contract lifecycles simultaneously, with a proven track record of delivering value.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and analytical skills in critical thinking, decision-making, problem solving, and attention to detail.
• Be a team player.
• Proven experience at managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Comprehensive understanding of strategic sourcing principles and the capability to leverage this knowledge to implement projects and enhance strategies.
• Must be able to adapt quickly to a changing environment and remain informed about the latest contracting practices regarding privacy, data protection, and market trends.
• Must possess a personable, effective, and confident manner, with the ability to influence a diverse group of stakeholders.
• For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues and external vendors across the country.
• No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

• professional designation such as CPP (an asset)

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of business and technology team contracts with a focus on expanding the IT footprint / capabilities both in Canada and globally.
• Utilize a risk-based approach and market analysis to evaluate the relevant business, security, and legal requirements for each vendor relationship, and engage in negotiations to address needs and mitigate identified risks.
• Oversee and manage the contract lifecycle (new, renewal, perpetual, etc.) to ensure compliance with corporate policies and governance, while leveraging expertise from cross-functional stakeholders
• Assess the contractual hierarchy framework, draft minor amendments using pre-approved legal templates, and administer contracts throughout their lifecycle.
• Identify and escalate risks related to contracts and Third-Party Vendors, aligning with business needs and enhancing shareholder value.
• Cultivate cross-functional relationships and networks with suppliers, business partners, colleagues, and leaders across different functions, divisions, and geographic locations.
• Contribute to the execution of procurement continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model
• Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
• Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and much more
• Share plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or even more (ask how you could earn guaranteed income for life)
• Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance): 7.5%
• Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – with Intact matching 50% of your net shares.
• Pension offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers.
• defined benefit pension plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree