Procurement Manager

Uniqlo Canada•Toronto, ON

31d•Onsite

About The Position

UNIQLO is a leading brand of the Fast Retailing Group, one of the largest apparel retailers in the world. UNIQLO respects the individuality and lifestyle of all customers and takes pride in creating high quality, long-lasting, innovative clothing at an affordable price. Position Overview: Reporting to the Director of Corporate Management and Finance, UNIQLO USA, the Procurement Manager will act as a Change Leader for the UNIQLO North America business. This position will analyze the figures to find cost saving opportunities and execute strategic projects with various departments to bring results. As the business grows, it is imperative for the company to control costs and accelerate strategic investments to change the Profit and Loss structure.

Requirements

At least full 3-year experience within Finance cost control, Financial Consulting or Procurement
Experience in business partnering role and excellent execution skills
Enjoy working in a fast-paced and high-pressured working environment
Strategic thinking and good analytical skills
Excellent communications skills
Strong excel skills
High flexibility and strong work ethics
Creative approach and continuous improvement mindset

Responsibilities

Identify cost saving and strategic investment opportunities
Monitor cost saving achieved after execution and analyze cost optimization outcome
Coordinate with various teams across the business to drive cost optimization opportunities
Review contracts and develop understanding of key cost optimization drivers
Lead the projects and coordinate with the stakeholders to deliver an outcome within set timelines
Partner with CEO, CFO, COOs and Heads of department to understand the business, growing opportunities and build a strong execution plan
Assess performance of responsible departments from objective view to help resolve issues and bring changes in business results
Lead and develop regional and global business transformation projects
Run Purchasing committee with the management to determine the objectives and ROI of the company spend
Develop costs/supplier database and analyze the information gathered as benchmark tool in decision making process
Take initiative in identifying areas of improvement to strengthen a low-cost mindset across the business
Work with various department individuals to elevate their understanding of the procurement process and ensure compliance to the process
Other duties assigned by supervisor

Benefits

Meaningful opportunity for growth and upward mobility as the brand grows
Learn and experience directly from management team
Deep analytical skill set and project management skills
Ability to negotiate with suppliers
Ability to drive North American expansion of the business
Global working opportunity with UNIQLO entities across the world
Competitive salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits.
A high-visibility role with collaboration across global and regional executive teams.
Career growth in a company that values ambition, innovation, integrity, and performance.
A results-driven, entrepreneurial culture where your decisions drive real business impact.
Work in a modern office which is easily accessible by public transportation.