sourcing manager – fixed term contractract

Starbucks•Toronto, ON

6d•CA$95,500 - CA$129,990•Onsite

About The Position

Now Brewing – sourcing manager - fixed term contract! #tobeapartner From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others. This job contributes to Starbucks success by leading complex sourcing strategies, managing key supplier relationships, and delivering best-in-class performance across assigned spend categories. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to achieve cost savings, business growth, and sustainability objectives. Responsibilities include developing effective negotiation strategies, delivering measurable business results, and managing annual spend portfolios of $50M-$200M in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. As a sourcing manager on our sourcing and planning team, your responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Requirements

Understanding of sourcing, supplier management, risk management, RFX processes, market analysis, cost modeling, and contract fundamentals.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and drive effective solutions in dynamic business environments.
Proven ability to influence stakeholders across teams and management levels, while fostering collaboration and driving strategic outcomes.
Skilled at managing multiple priorities, using project management tools and techniques, and delivering results under pressure.
Strong emotional intelligence with the ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt to change, and tailor approaches to different stakeholders.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and align cross-functional teams.
Naturally curious and committed to expanding knowledge through benchmarking, industry trends, and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

Employ strong knowledge of key industry players, competitors and market dynamics.
Effectively develop and lead complex sourcing strategies, effectively manage suppliers and internal networks to deliver best in class performance for the relevant spend area
Consistently deliver measurable and strategic goals to enable bottom-line and top-line company growth, and corporate social responsibility leadership
Develop effective negotiation strategies to enable success
Leverage effective business and professional relationships with strategic suppliers and industry players
Professionally manage and measure suppliers for continuous performance and improvement
Proficiently advanced employ program and project management tools and techniques.
Independently solve problems and make decisions for primary and strategic execution and tactical issues within the relevant portfolio of projects and or processes.
Provide day to day oversight and perform a hands-on execution role
Effectively motivate and collaborate within their team and across their peer group.
Lead using demonstrated and proven experience and the application of best practice procurement skills.
Lead cross functional teams.
Work within peer group and leadership infrastructure to ensure that best practice and leverage opportunities are delivered.
May collaborate with Group procurement manager and or director of procurement