Experienced Manager or Senior Manager - Procurement Transformation

The Opportunity

Your Key Responsibilities

• You will accompany organizations in the development and implementation of procurement transformation programs - from strategy and concept development to implementation.
• You will support CPOs in implementing transformations in Procurement as the world becomes digital, consumer needs change and the shape of the Procurement fundamentally changes.
• You will manage day-to-day engagements, provide direction to engagement sub work streams, develop and maintain key client relationships, and will work in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high quality services.
• You will support the business in developing EY knowledge and concepts for our practice, whilst also actively establishing, maintaining and strengthening internal and external relationships.
• You will build your management consulting and Procurement capabilities to become a valued contributor to our clients' transformations and for your own personal career journey.

Engagement Management

• Lead the design and implementation of key procurement processes (e.g. strategic sourcing, category management, vendor management etc.) for large private and public clients.
• Deliver an exceptional client service experience while advising on complex process issues.
• Display leadership and business judgment in anticipating client/project needs and developing alternative and innovative solutions.
• Be the direct point of contact for client and team, own and grow appropriate client relationships.
• Manage project financials including development of budget and resource plans on projects and day-to-day client interactions.

Practice and People Development

• Support the development of leading practice Procurement capabilities at EY.
• Create a positive team environment and provide coaching and support for junior staff.
• Support senior management with practice development activities such as recruiting.

Business Development

• Support the build-out of the Procurement Transformation practice across EY Canada.
• Collaborate across EY service lines to support business development opportunities.
• Develop new solutions and improved ways of working to further EY's innovation agenda.

To Qualify You Must Have

• Post Graduate degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent preferred.
• At the Manager or Senior Manager level, a minimum of 8+ years of relevant consulting (preferable) or industry experience with government and/or blue-chip organizations.
• Experience with improving performance of large-spend organizations with complex, high volume procurements.
• Subject matter expertise in one, or more, of Category Management/Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management, Supplier Relationship Management or Procure 2 Pay processes.
• Demonstrated ability to guide large project teams and stakeholder groups through complex procurement process design and operating model implications.
• Knowledge and experience in a number of the following areas: Procurement, Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Spend Analysis, Total Cost of Ownership Analysis, Supplier Risk Management, Cost analysis, modeling and/or optimization, Cost-benefit analysis, business case analysis, Performance metri

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment (and know when to lead and when to follow).
• Experience managing staff on multiple projects and providing direction to team members.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communications skills including oral, written, and presentation.
• A high level of motivation and a self-starting attitude.
• An ability to think outside of the box, and thrive on new challenges.

Ideally You'll Also Have

• Familiarity with the enablement of procurement processes through cloud-based technologies.
• A willingness to travel to meet client needs.

Compensation

• Manager (Toronto): $110,000 to $160,000.
• We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.

What We Offer

• Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days, statutory holidays and paid personal days.
• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry.
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you.