Project Buyer

3 weeks ago


Canada Sun Life Financial Full time

You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.



The Senior Specialist, Supplier Strategy & Integration is responsible for supporting the research, analysis and implementation of new supplier relationships as well as supporting the development of tools, processes and reporting related to Supplier Relationship Management.


In addition to being an excellent communicator, the incumbent has strong analytical skills in analyzing contract pricing, service levels and in depth knowledge of procurement regulations, contract agreements and legal terminology and is comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with competing priorities.



Support the onboarding of new suppliers and services from initial engagement and proof of concept to full launch as well as supplier analysis and rationalization and communicate status on an ongoing basis.
Conduct research on industry/supplier benchmarks, collect market intel and provide competitive analysis to support decision-making.
Participate in departmental, intra divisional and companywide projects including new outsourcing initiatives, supplier integrations as well as implementation of internal technologies, tools, processes and practices.
Support the SRM program for Canada, ensuring systems and processes are in place for managing supplier risk, performance, issues and data.
Capture the Voice of the Supplier and Business Partners in surveys and discussions and integrate feedback into recommendations.
Document and continuously improve procedures and policies, reporting tools, presentations and templates. Be familiar with contract terms, payment structure and reimbursements.
Coordinate and summarize competitive analysis, spend analysis, KPI’s and operating reports.
Industry knowledge of best practices for Sourcing, Contracting and Supplier Relationship Management
Accounting/Business/financial/data analysis experience
Excellent reporting and data analysis skills
Organizational and time management skills to handle diversity of the job.
Familiarity with supplier selection and performance and risk management practices
Strong MS office and Excel skills
Experience with projects and business analysis.

~ Experience with identifying and analyzing Key performance indicators.

2021 Flexible hybrid work model including in-country work-from-home if you prefer.

#LI-Hybrid #LI-remote


In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to .


At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.


Job Category: Procurement


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