Procurement Business Process Improvement Manager (Full-Time) - Mississauga, ON

Praxair • Mississauga, ON

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This role plays a critical leadership role within the Procurement Data, Systems, Process & Compliance (DSPC) organization for the Americas. The position leads procurement transformation initiatives focused on process improvement, digitalization, automation, and performance management across end‑to‑end procurement processes, including the implementation of key performance indicators in close collaboration with operating segments and procurement centers. Reporting into Procurement Canada, this role acts as a key bridge between procurement, digital, and IT teams, driving standardized, data‑driven solutions that enhance efficiency, transparency, compliance, and value creation across the Americas. This is a replacement position with a starting annual salary of $96,080.00.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, business process improvement, project management, or digital transformation roles
• Proven experience leading cross‑functional, technology‑enabled initiatives in a matrixed, regional environment
• Ability to travel up to 15%25 domestically and internationally
• Strong project and stakeholder management capabilities
• Analytical, results‑oriented mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement
• Ability to translate business needs into process and technical requirements
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Comfort working with data, dashboards, and automation technologies
• Strong knowledge of end to end Source to Pay processes, including Master Data, Source to Contract, and Purchase to Pay
• Experience implementing and sustaining procurement standards across regions and operating segments
• Solid understanding of procurement and finance systems and integrations
• Hands on experience with business analytics and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau; Celonis/MPM preferred)
• Experience with PowerApps, Power Automate, RPA, and SharePoint
• Familiarity with ERP and procurement platforms (e.g., SAP, JDE, SRM, BW, Graphite, Ariba, Ivalua, Coupa)
• Experience with data manipulation and integration using ETL processes, SQL, and related technologies

Nice To Haves

• Spanish or French Canadian language skills are a plus
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification is preferred
• Exposure to OBIEE, Cognos, JavaScript, Python, and AI tools is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement business improvement initiatives across end‑to‑end procurement processes
• Identify, analyze, and prioritize opportunities for process optimization, automation, and standardization
• Develop future‑state process designs aligned with global and regional procurement strategies and governance
• Drive continuous improvement using data, KPIs, and performance metrics
• Manage procurement digital initiatives, including workflow automation, analytics solutions, and reporting enhancements
• Partner with IT and Digital teams to define requirements, prioritize initiatives, and oversee delivery timelines
• Leverage tools such as AI, PowerApps, RPA, Power BI, and Tableau to deliver scalable, user‑centric solutions
• Support system testing activities (UAT, regression testing) and ensure smooth deployment and adoption
• Act as project manager for DSPC initiatives across the Americas, ensuring scope, timeline, and outcomes are met.
• Develop and deliver project plans, business cases, and executive level updates
• Lead change management activities, including stakeholder engagement, communication, and support
• Collaborate closely with procurement teams, finance, compliance, and IT across the region
• Develop and manage training materials and reporting requirements and deliver regional training programs
• Enable data transparency and actionable insights to support decision‑making and performance management
• Support the development and maintenance of dashboards and analytics related to procurement savings, compliance, and process efficiency
• Promote data quality and consistency across procurement processes and systems
• Interacts with senior management and a wide variety of other business partners
• Ensure alignment and proper communication with all procurement centers within the operating segment
• High collaboration across the Americas region (North America, South LATAM, and North LATAM)
• High collaboration within the IT & Digital departments
• Consult & Align with EMEA and APAC region

Benefits

• Linde has an extensive background check process which may include but is not limited to, a criminal background review, reference checks, employment and education verification.
• Linde Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Applicants requiring accommodation during the recruitment and selection process are encouraged to make their needs known in advance if accommodation is required. We will work with you to meet your needs.
• We are committed to employment equity for women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Interested candidates from these groups are encouraged to apply.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager