Senior Purchasing Financial Analyst

Job Title:
Senior Purchasing Financial Analyst – North America- 12- Month Contract

Location: GTA

Reporting to: Director, Operations Management Control

About Us:

Welcome to Lactalis Canada – where we take pride in being recognized as one of 2025 GTA's Top Employers As well as one of Forbes Canada, Top Canadian Employer for 2025 Our journey revolves around enhancing the lives of Canadians through a rich variety of dairy delights, including some of Canadian's favourite dairy brands such as like Black Diamond Cheese, Lactantia Milk, Astro Yogurt, Balderson Cheese, and Cheestrings. In fact, we're proud to say our products grace the shelves of an incredible 94% of Canadian households

With a 140-year legacy driven by innovation and unwavering quality, we're seeking like-minded individuals to join us in shaping our next chapter. Our flexible hybrid work model accommodates 40% remote work, adapting to the evolving needs of our workforce. Step into a collaborative hub with our revamped office, and enjoy free parking, endless coffee, delicious Lactalis snacks, an on-site gym, and more

About the opportunity:

Responsible for supporting the financial and strategic goals of the Purchasing Department within North America. Responsibilities will be Budget management, strategic planning, and financial support for North America. Utilize existing, in addition to developing and implementing new, methodologies for analytical models as well as statistical data analysis and interpretation. Forecast business impact of data trends and make recommendations for action to the Team. Produce weekly, monthly and annual reports and also assist in budget preparation. Track all the KPI's to assist the department in understanding and managing the business. Core of the responsibility will center around purchase price variances and the cost/benefits associated with those activities as well as producing and engaging with our parent company Groupe Lactalis for worldwide consolidation of figures.

Please note this is a 12 month contract.

The attributes we are looking for:

• Provide interpretation of and create financial information to assist Purchasing Business Unit in achieving its' targets and help to maximize efficiencies and thus reducing costs.
• Report on how performance is tracking against the budget, forecasts, and prior year results
• Identify and communicate risks and opportunities to the forecast and budget
• Prepare monthly financial reports for North American VP of FP&A and North American VP of Purchasing, to present to the Board of Directors; conduct formal and informal presentations on an ad hoc basis
• Evaluate existing corporate reporting standards, and recommend and implement updated practices as necessary
• Develop annual strategic plan in concert with Finance teams and North American VP of Purchasing
• Represent the Financial point of view on all cross functional projects including collaborations with other BU's and Departments
• Partner with Business Unit to provide financial value-added support that is consistent with the overall strategy of the business specifically including: full budget management and supporting key business initiatives
• Work closely with industrial controllers during the month-end close to identify, challenge and review financials results in order to understand variances, trends and potential risk and opportunities
• Work closely with Business Unit on the monthly close process. This includes working with FP&A personnel in various BU's in the USA
• Closely examine Purchase Price Variance expenses and mitigate gaps between purchasing and industrial results.
• Regularly collaborate with other members of the Financial Planning and Analysis team to share best-practices throughout the organization
• Display excellent accuracy, analytical skills, and judgment with confidence to make recommendations, while also collaboratively working with cross-functional teams
• Follow the market trends in Purchasing activity and understand how those trends will impact the financial result of the BU's
• Maintain ability to travel, approximately 10% of the time
• Behave in a professional manner that always represents the Company in the highest ethical standard
• Provide support on other projects as needed, and accomplish all tasks as appropriately assigned or requested
• Occasionally work with other departments to achieve overall company objectives
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

What you will bring:

• Position requires a bachelor's degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, or another appropriate discipline; MBA is highly desirable.
• Must possess a minimum of 5-7 years financial reporting experience, preferably in a purchasing or manufacturing department of a consumer foods products company.
• Significant experience in the procurement field will strongly be preferred
• Individual needs to possess leadership, organizational and communication skills appropriate to the position.
• High level of initiative, and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong planning and execution skills
• Very Proficient with standard office computer technology such as Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office products and the Internet. Intermediate and above skill level with spreadsheets.

What Lactalis will offer:

Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its people with the following package for contract employees:

• A Competitive Base Salary
• A Retention Bonus of 15% to be paid out at the end of the contract
• 8% vacation pay
• Health & Dental Benefits starting day 1
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Potential for future full time permanent opportunities

Our ESG commitment:

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

Our commitment to DEI:

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.

We believe in pay transparency and equity. The posted salary reflects our current compensation framework.

Salary range: $
86,000–$107,700,
commensurate with qualifications and experience.