Job Description
The Director, Procurement oversees implementing, planning and managing the procurement activities of our company, ensuring that we maximize value creation and quality from service contracts and purchases. This position involves procurement strategic planning, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and security requirements. Contract lifecycle management represents the core activities of this role.
The Director, Procurement should be able to establish strong collaboration relationships with each function’s responsible business owners and have excellent negotiation and communication skills, as well as a strong knowledge of sourcing, procurement techniques and technologies. You should also be able to analyze data and make strategic decisions, as well as work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
The main responsibilities are :
Strategic Procurement :
- Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with the organization’s goals.
- Governance and risk management of the end-to-end procurement activities.
- Oversee the purchase of direct and indirect goods and services and enable cost savings of high-quality goods and services.
- Source and engage reliable and trustworthy suppliers and vendors to optimize value and efficiency.
Policy Development and Implementation :
- Create and update procurement policies, processes, and procedures.
- Establish a centralized procurement program that adds value to the organization.
- Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.
- Ensure security requirements are met.
Contract Administration :
- In collaboration with business owners, finance, and legal:
- Draft and negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers and vendors.
- Oversee contract development, administration, and resolution of open issues with suppliers.
- Track all aspects of contracts from drafting to renewal or termination, ensuring compliance with obligations.
- Monitor supplier performance, track procurement metrics, and report results.
- Manage inventory, stock levels, and complete requisitions for timely and cost-effective delivery of products and service.
- Is responsible to obtain and deploy all required purchase order approvals.
- Collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to ensure the alignment of the procurement goals and objectives.
- Plan, analyze and communicate delivery schedules in partnership with other stakeholders.
- Ensure contracts alignment with organizational goals and legal requirements.
- Is responsible of contract management tools and software.
Business Planning :
- Develop and communicate a procurement business plan.
- Set long-term goals for the department, identify, recommend, and implement process improvements and technologies to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.
Training and Development :
- Implement procurement-related training programs for the team and the organization.
- Keep the team informed about policy changes and best practices.
SKILLS PROFILE AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in the procurement field, and particularly in supplier contract management, with a solid track record of procurement or equivalent leadership roles.
- Experience in the telecommunications industry is an asset.
Other qualifications
- Proven track record of senior management within a first-tier supplier or SMEs.
- Knowledgeable of procurement and negotiation best practices, applicable regulations and system requirements.
- Demonstrated proficiency in business and contractual writing.
- Seasoned with Microsoft Office 365 environment and associated procurement platform.
- Fluency in English and French.
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