Job Overview Responsible for long term category strategies supported by global sourcing activities and negotiating contracts, while leading a team of procurement/sourcing managers. Your focus will be on achieving continuous improvement and cost savings through a prescriptive and compliant procurement process.

This is 12-14 month maternity leave contract*

Key Responsibilities

Lead/coach/mentor a Procurement/Sourcing Specialist/Manager supporting the execution of the company’s long-term plan (LTP) and Short-term plan (STP)

Accountable for category specific strategic sourcing activities, risk identification/mitigation, FCF targets, procurement compliance and developing the ongoing pipeline of continuous improvement opportunities

Supporting the overall Procurement Customer Service needs of the internal stakeholders

Responsible for reducing costs of purchased goods and services without jeopardizing quality or business continuity

Improve system efficiency and data integrity by leveraging automation, adopting new technologies

Support the business growth agenda by:

Sourcing new innovative products for the business

Participating in Trade Shows/Industry events to bolster G&G; visibility and support reputation for willingness to partner on innovation

Own category expertise and negotiates agreements on behalf of overall company targeting segmented spend over $250K USD

Resolve chronic and severe performance issues

Accountable for budgets, LE, DPO related FCF targets and reporting (Purchase Price Variance (PPV), markets, relevant risks, CI targets, KPI’s) to the business on a monthly basis

Actively live and role model our Leadership competencies by holding self and team (including all direct report ‘people leaders’) accountable for creating a positive work environment and culture through administration of our People Processes and Tools.

Performance Management:



Ensure proper onboarding and development of all staff by completing induction process, coaching and developing capabilities, executing PDP start/mid-year dialogues, and engaging in corrective action when required

Talent & Succession: Ensure job vacancies are filled by completing the required processes and representing the company with integrity throughout the recruitment process

Training: Ensure completion of function compliance training

Engagement: Ensure an engaged workforce through development of sound working relationships and execution of Employee Survey action plans

Company Values (RDQAS): Ensure teams model our Company values and hold others accountable for the same

Recipe For Success

Completion of college diploma in Supply Chain Fundamentals or Business

Minimum 10 years of Procurement or Sourcing experience within a manufacturing environment

Experience with ERP or similar business systems experience

Knowledge of manufacturing and equipment for food processing and high-speed packaging, as well as Bakery Manufacturing including ingredients

Must possess the financial acumen to manage, measure, and improve operational effectiveness and profitability

Robust communication skills (verbal, presentation and written skills; strong listening skills).

Robust judgement, analysis and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make decisions.

Good ability to motivate and empower team members by providing feedback and recognition

Strong computer systems (MS Office, ERP systems)

Working Knowledge of Lean/Continuous Improvement experience is an asset

What We Can Offer

As we grow, we are committed to preserving the parts of our diversity & culture that is unique, people-focused and are core to our success at every size. Our values of Quality, Direct Communication and Respect mean something.

Learning and growth; we are working to create an environment where sharing new ideas, experimenting and learning from each other is strongly encouraged.

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📌 Senior Sourcing Manager, Procurement (12-14 month contract) (Toronto)
🏢 Give and Go Prepared Foods
📍 Toronto