Director, IT Procurement, Asset Reliability

2 months ago

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Maple Leaf Foods Full time

Job Summary:

The Director of IT Procurement, Asset Reliability is responsible for the day-to-day support of associated systems and processes, implementation of new applications, and support of cross-functional projects that impact the functional areas. This role works directly with the VP of Applications, accountable for vetting solutions, providing input into system selection business cases, and managing day-to-day support of business issues, change requests, and management of the team across SAP and non-SAP systems. Systems include S/4 (MM, SRM, PM, MRS, QM) and LabVantage LIMS.

The position collaborates with business stakeholders such as the corporate Asset Reliability group, Corporate Purchasing, and Corporate FSQA teams.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Act as an IT partner to the Business – bringing a deep SAP functional skillset along with extensive knowledge of best practices.
  • Ability to gather business requirements and assess software against business needs.
  • Scope effort and timelines for input into Business Cases and Capital Requests.
  • Work with other directors to architect and deliver effective solutions on time and on budget.
  • Participate in Master Data Governance.
  • Review project spend against budget and input into IS monthly forecasting.
  • Provide input into Sponsor and Steering committee decks as needed.
  • Provide timely updates at Project Team Meetings.
  • Conduct 1 on 1 reviews with team members and lead team meetings.
  • Input into cross-functional IS Director Meeting.
  • Attend weekly Project Management Office and Transport Release meetings.
  • Work with business partners to vet their application project priorities for the following year.
  • Provide cost estimates by individual IS project to support IS Budget Roll Up.
  • Manage the productivity of a team of 6 direct reports.
  • Manage team's annual merit increases.
  • Manage team's people survey action plans.
  • Manage team's personal and professional development.
  • Manage team's succession planning.
  • Deliver sound solutions against planned IS and business priorities.
  • Run a team that has clear direction and delivers within a balanced workload.
  • Manage releases and transports that do not adversely impact business activities.
  • Positive team survey results that reflect team management in accordance with MLF values and employee engagement/growth.
  • Bring thought leadership in area of expertise by attending conferences and through networking opportunities.
  • Development of a stronger IS Procurement, Asset Reliability, and Food Safety & Quality Team.

Requirements:

  • Deep SAP experience 12-15 years implementation experience across large-scale projects $3-7M.
  • Demonstrated personal leadership skills.
  • Ability to influence others regardless of their level in the organization.
  • Work seamlessly across functions.
  • Act on convictions, not afraid to take risks, insists on being heard.
  • Demonstrated SAP knowledge of MM, SRM, PM, MRS, QM in S/4 or ECC and Ariba.
  • Knowledge of Laboratory Information Management Systems such as LabVantage (nice to have).
  • Experience with mobile solutions and analytic solutions such as Microsoft PowerBI.
  • Strong business acumen and critical thinking skills.
  • Proven evaluator and developer of talent.
  • Ability to communicate concisely and precisely both verbally and in written form.
  • Exceptional organization leadership, ability to manage time, set priorities, and work efficiently under pressure.
  • High intellect with ability to adjust quickly to circumstances without losing sight of own responsibilities and organizational goals.

About Maple Leaf Foods:

  • Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
  • An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
  • A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance—combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting.
  • Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
  • Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, 'speaker series' events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
  • Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
  • Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

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