Manager, Strategic Sourcing

1 day ago


Brampton Ontario CS, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

Les candidats référés ne doivent pas postuler directement pour ce poste.

Toutes les références de candidats doivent d’abord être soumises dans Workday par un collègue de Loblaw actuel.

L’utilisation du masculin à pour but d’alléger le texte

Venez faire votre différence dans les communautés à travers le Canada, où l'authenticité, la confiance et l'établissement de liens sont valorisés - alors que nous façonnons l'avenir du commerce de détail au Canada, ensemble. Notre position unique en tant que l'un des plus grands employeurs du pays, celle associée à notre engagement à avoir un impact positif sur la vie de tous les Canadiens, viens offrir à nos collègues une gamme d'opportunités et d'expériences pour aider les Canadiens à Vivre Bien, Vivre Pleinement.

Chez Les Compagnies Loblaw Limitée, nous réussissons grâce à la collaboration, à l'engagement et nous plaçons la barre haute pour nous-mêmes et ceux qui nous entourent. Que vous débutiez votre carrière, que vous réintégriez le marché du travail ou que vous recherchiez un nouvel emploi, votre place est avec nous.

The Manager, Strategic Sourcing & Operations, Store Supplies reports to the Director of Store Supplies & Front of Store Services. The Manager plays a key role in sourcing of indirect consumable goods and provides new insights and leadership. The Manager will be responsible for providing support across the enterprise for the store supplies category and will be accountable for responding to the needs of stores while working with vendors, distributor partners and internal team members in a timely manner. In addition, they will assist the EPG Store Supplies team by providing support with item listing and maintenance, as well as reporting, troubleshooting and communications as the need arises. They will be working very closely with vendors, internal collaborators, and distributor partners.

Accountabilities:

  • Lead cross-functional teams in the execution of strategic sourcing projects and designated departmental spend reduction and process improvement initiatives
  • Manage and optimize supplier performance, including day to day operations, contract compliance, continuous improvement, innovation, and reduction in total cost of ownership
  • Maintain collaborative relationships with internal team members as well a third-party vendor(s) while effectively resolving vendor performance/capability issues to ensure alignment with Loblaw Companies expectations
  • Continually seek process or asset improvements to improve cost savings
  • Answering general store supply inquiries from various team members (i.e. stores, business units, vendors)
  • Interact with suppliers/distributors on purchasing order receipts, ad-hoc requests/questions, resolution of invoicing and receiving discrepancies
  • Participate as needed in weekly, monthly, quarterly onsite/offsite vendor and/or internal business unit meetings.
  • Lead product assortments, article creations, article maintenance
  • Store Supplies Catalogue management
  • Resolve costing errors & review and action discrepancies with Distributor
  • Coordinate distributions and finalize distro template for AP processing
  • Coordinate store communications
  • Assist store supplies procurement operations as needed, i.e. ad-hoc reporting
  • Collaborate with Distributor to ensure shortages/inquiries are resolved, addressed and systems are updated with accurate information

Role Requirements:

  • A university degree, preferably in Business, Procurement, Engineering or a related quantitative field
  • 3-5 years relevant experience (including vendor management, exposure to contract negotiations, sourcing) specifically within the retail industry
  • Previous experience within sourcing and procurement practices
  • Previous experience with SAP and Ariba
  • Knowledge of Packaging and Commodity Markets in a Retail environment is an advantage

Skills and Capabilities:

This position requires an advanced level of initiative and judgment in order to organize and prioritize tasks, workload and projects. Courtesy, tact and diplomacy are required in dealing with colleagues in every day working relationships.

  • Advanced communication skills and capabilities in negotiating and leading a cross functional team approach to spend reduction
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with all levels of the workforce including senior leadership and executive management
  • Ability to think innovatively and apply innovations to practical business problems
  • Adaptable and able to work with diverse personalities and styles
  • Strong intuition for business along with a strong understanding of quality standards relative to procurement and contract administration.
  • Capable of successfully managing significant sourcing projects with limited management involvement
  • Prior Strategic Procurement experience and excellent problem solving and risk management skills

Behavioral:

  • Strong analytical and negotiation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively work with disparate teams
  • Creative and driven by high quality results
  • Strong work ethic and problem-solving skills
  • High degree of ingenuity, creativity and innovation
  • Highly organized and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Technical Skills:

  • Strong in analytics
  • Strong Leadership qualities
  • Strong problem-solving skills and work ethic
  • Strong attention to detail and organization skills
  • Category specific background would be an added advantage
  • Technical knowledge of performance measurement and tracking

Communication Skills

  • Strong organizational, verbal communication and writing skills
  • Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken)
  • Ability to summarize complex data into key insights

Notre engagement envers la durabilité et l'impact social est un élément essentiel de notre façon de faire des affaires. Nous concentrons notre attention sur les domaines où nous pouvons avoir le plus grand impact. Notre approche de la durabilité et de l'impact social repose sur trois piliers - l'environnement, l'approvisionnement et la communauté. Nous recherchons constamment des moyens de faire preuve de leadership dans ces domaines importants. Nos valeurs ÊTRE - Engagement, Tient à coeur, Respect et Excellence - guident toutes nos prises de décision et prennent vie à travers notre culture bleue. Nous offrons à nos collègues des carrières progressives, une formation complète, de la flexibilité ainsi que les nombreux avantages compétitifs - voici quelques-unes des nombreuses raisons pour lesquelles nous sommes classés au palmarès des meilleurs employeurs du Canada, au palmarès des meilleurs employeurs pour la diversité au Canada, au palmarès des employeurs les plus verts au Canada et au palmarès des meilleurs employeurs pour les jeunes au Canada.

Si vous ne savez pas si votre expérience correspond à toutes les exigences ci-dessus, nous vous encourageons à postuler quand même. Nous recherchons des perspectives de candidatures variées, qui incluent des expériences diverses que nous pouvons ajouter à notre équipe.

Nous nous concentrons depuis longtemps sur la diversité, l'équité et l'inclusion, car nous savons que cela fera de notre entreprise un meilleur lieu de travail et de magasinage. Nous nous engageons à créer des environnements accessibles pour nos collègues, candidats et clients. Les demandes d'aménagement en raison d'un handicap (qui peut être visible ou pas, temporaire ou permanent) peuvent être faites à n'importe quel stade de la demande et de l'emploi. Nous encourageons les candidats à faire connaître leurs besoins en matière d'accommodation afin que nous puissions offrir des opportunités équitables.

Veuillez noter:
Les candidats âgés de 18 ans ou plus doivent effectuer une vérification des antécédents criminels. Les détails seront fournis lors du processus d’embauche.



  • Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Dynacare Full time

    Description Position at Dynacare Job Posting: Strategic Sourcing AnalystStatus: full-time permanentLocation: Brampton, ON (Hybrid 1-2 days a week in office and the rest of the time working from home) Internal posting expires on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5pm EST.Where YOU work, makes a difference. Life is precious and every moment matters. Dynacare is...


  • Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Dynacare Full time

    Description Position at Dynacare Job Posting: Strategic Sourcing AnalystStatus: full-time contractLocation: Brampton, ON (Hybrid 1-2 days a week in office and the rest of the time working from home) Internal posting expires on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5pm EST.Where YOU work, makes a difference. Life is precious and every moment matters. Dynacare is...


  • Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Dynacare Full time

    Description Position at Dynacare Job Posting: Strategic Sourcing Specialist Where YOU work, makes a difference. Life is precious and every moment matters. Dynacare is helping Canadians achieve a healthy future with care and wellness solutions that are convenient, understandable, and accessible. When you join our team, every day is an opportunity to get...


  • Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the...


  • Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Les candidats référés ne doivent pas postuler directement pour ce poste. Toutes les références de candidats doivent d’abord être soumises dans Workday par un collègue de Loblaw actuel.L’utilisation du masculin à pour but d’alléger le texteVenez faire votre différence dans les communautés à travers le Canada, où l'authenticité, la...


  • Brampton, Ontario, Peel region, Canada Dynacare Full time

    Job Posting: Strategic Sourcing AnalystStatus: full-time permanent and 12 months contract (2 positions available)Location: Brampton, ON (Hybrid 1-2 days a week in office and the rest of the time working from home) Where YOU work, makes a difference. Life is precious and every moment matters. Dynacare is helping Canadians achieve a healthy future with care...


  • Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the...


  • Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the...


  • Mississauga, Ontario, Peel region, Canada Kelly Services , Ltd. Full time

    Kelly has partnered with one of Canada's Top 5 Banks to recruit for a Strategic Sourcing Manager in Toronto.Start date: As soon as possibleHours: Flexible between 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM or 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM 37.5 hours per weekLocation: Hybrid (2 days per week in office) Mississauga, ONSalary: $110,000Job Description:Job Accountabilities:CUSTOMERAct as liaison...


  • Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Les candidats référés ne doivent pas postuler directement pour ce poste. Toutes les références de candidats doivent d’abord être soumises dans Workday par un collègue de Loblaw actuel.L’utilisation du masculin à pour but d’alléger le texteVenez faire votre différence dans les communautés à travers le Canada, où l'authenticité, la...

  • Manager, Commodities

    4 weeks ago


    Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the...

  • Manager, Strategy

    1 day ago


    Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the...


  • Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the...


  • Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the...

  • Manager, Commodities

    4 weeks ago


    Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Les candidats référés ne doivent pas postuler directement pour ce poste. Toutes les références de candidats doivent d’abord être soumises dans Workday par un collègue de Loblaw actuel.L’utilisation du masculin à pour but d’alléger le texteVenez faire votre différence dans les communautés à travers le Canada, où l'authenticité, la...


  • Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the...

  • Manager, Product

    2 months ago


    Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the...

  • Manager, Strategy

    1 day ago


    Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Les candidats référés ne doivent pas postuler directement pour ce poste. Toutes les références de candidats doivent d’abord être soumises dans Workday par un collègue de Loblaw actuel.L’utilisation du masculin à pour but d’alléger le texteVenez faire votre différence dans les communautés à travers le Canada, où l'authenticité, la...


  • Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Les candidats référés ne doivent pas postuler directement pour ce poste. Toutes les références de candidats doivent d’abord être soumises dans Workday par un collègue de Loblaw actuel.L’utilisation du masculin à pour but d’alléger le texteVenez faire votre différence dans les communautés à travers le Canada, où l'authenticité, la...


  • Brampton, Ontario, C6S, Peel region, Canada Loblaw Companies Ltd - Head Office Full time

    Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued - as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the...