Senior Director of Strategic Procurement leading procurement strategies to maximize value at iA Financial Group. Overseeing supplier relationships and supporting business objectives in a learning culture environment.
Responsibilities
Lead the strategic procurement team and provide leadership to stakeholders
Create and propel a vision and procurement strategies that maximize value
Serve as a strategic partner with suppliers and act as the lead negotiator
Coordinate the work of category managers and ensure alignment with best practices
Ensure the execution of category strategies and optimize supplier portfolios
Collaborate with all business units to propose solutions that support their objectives
Maintain a strategic relationship with different partners
Participate in suppliers’ strategic governance committees
Manage escalation levels in cases of disputes or strategic issues
Lead and promote continuous improvement by ensuring consistency of practices
Requirements
10–15 years of experience in strategic procurement, particularly in IT
Strong knowledge of procurement within a service organization
Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field
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