Head of IT Procurement and Asset Management

3 weeks ago


Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Maple Leaf Foods Full time

Position Overview: The Head of IT Procurement and Asset Management will oversee the daily operations of relevant systems and processes, spearheading the integration of new applications and supporting cross-departmental initiatives that influence these functional areas. This role collaborates closely with the VP of Applications, ensuring the evaluation of solutions, contributing to system selection business cases, and managing everyday support for business challenges, change requests, and team oversight across both SAP and non-SAP platforms. Key systems include S/4 (MM, SRM, PM, MRS, QM) and LabVantage LIMS.

Collaboration: This position will work in partnership with business stakeholders, including the corporate Asset Management division, Corporate Purchasing, and Corporate Food Safety & Quality Assurance teams.

Daily Responsibilities:

  • Serve as an IT partner to the business, leveraging extensive SAP functional expertise and knowledge of industry best practices.
  • Gather business requirements and evaluate software solutions against these needs.
  • Estimate project scope and timelines for inclusion in business cases and capital requests.
  • Collaborate with other directors to design and deliver effective solutions within budget and on schedule.
  • Engage in Master Data Governance initiatives.

Regular Review Cycle:

  • Monitor project expenditures against budget and contribute to monthly IS forecasting.
  • Provide insights for Sponsor and Steering committee presentations as required.
  • Deliver timely updates during Project Team Meetings.
  • Conduct individual reviews with team members and lead team meetings.
  • Contribute to cross-functional IS Director Meetings.
  • Participate in weekly Project Management Office and Transport Release meetings.

Annual Planning:

  • Collaborate with business partners to assess their application project priorities for the upcoming year.
  • Provide cost estimates for individual IS projects to support the overall IS Budget.

Team Development:

  • Oversee the productivity of a team of six direct reports.
  • Manage annual merit increases for the team.
  • Implement action plans based on team survey results.
  • Support personal and professional development for team members.
  • Facilitate succession planning within the team.

Expected Outcomes:

  • Deliver effective solutions aligned with planned IS and business priorities.
  • Lead a team with clear objectives and a balanced workload.
  • Manage releases and transports without disrupting business operations.
  • Achieve positive team survey results reflecting effective management aligned with company values and employee engagement.
  • Provide thought leadership in the field by participating in conferences and networking opportunities.
  • Enhance the IS Procurement, Asset Management, and Food Safety & Quality Assurance team.

Qualifications:

  • Extensive SAP experience, with 12-15 years of implementation experience on large-scale projects valued between $3-7 million.
  • Proven leadership abilities.
  • Capability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across various functions.
  • Demonstrated decisiveness and willingness to take calculated risks.
  • Strong knowledge of SAP modules MM, SRM, PM, MRS, QM in S/4 or ECC and Ariba.
  • Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems, such as LabVantage, is advantageous.
  • Experience with mobile and analytical solutions, including Microsoft PowerBI.
  • Strong business acumen and critical thinking capabilities.
  • Proven ability to evaluate and develop talent.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Exceptional organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to prioritize and work efficiently under pressure.
  • High intellectual capacity with adaptability to changing circumstances while maintaining focus on responsibilities and organizational objectives.

What We Offer:

  • Join a high-performance, people-centric organization with a unique vision for sustainability in the protein industry.
  • Experience an inclusive culture that prioritizes safety, rewards excellence, and empowers team members to contribute their best.
  • Benefit from a hybrid work model that supports work-life balance.
  • Access competitive health and wellness benefits from day one of employment.
  • Participate in a Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching from the start of employment.
  • Engage in learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
  • Utilize a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program for eligible educational pursuits.
  • Contribute to community impact initiatives with paid volunteer days.

About Us: We are committed to sustainability and community well-being, striving to reduce food insecurity while producing high-quality protein products that Canadians cherish. Join us in our mission to build a better future together.



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