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We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join EY and help to build a better working world.

The opportunity
We currently are seeking for an experienced Senior Manager in our Procurement, Digital Procurement, and Third Party Risk Management – Financial Services Sector. From strategy to execution, the Financial Services Procurement Practice of EY provides a full range of consulting and broader services to help our Banking, Insurance, and broader financial services clients implement current ideas to help achieve their desired outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of providing value for people and businesses in Canada, delivering essential public services, and helping those in need. EY is helping our government to build a better working world.

Your Key Responsibilities

You will accompany organizations in the implementation of company-wide transformation programs - from initial assessments and strategy development to full implementation (people, process, and technology)

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 work with clients to develop, deliver and become a trusted advisor in the next generation of Procurement and third party risk management

You will work on the digital procurement and third party risk management transformation of your clients as well as advising them on how to continue to drive top line and bottom-line improvements

You will leverage existing ( E.g. Ariba, Coupa, Icertis, Ivalua etc), emerging and new technologies (e.g., GenAi) to deliver these transformations

You will work on mergers and acquisitions and identifying and delivering supplier synergies as well as integrating end to end procurement and tprm teams, processes, and solutions

You will work on identifying third party risk management opportunities with a good understanding of the regulatory landscape (e.g. OSFI B-10, E-21 etc)

You will be key contributor and progressively start leading sub work streams in client engagements and will work in multi-disciplinary teams (e.g., Accounts Payable, Legal, Risk Domains, and

Enterprise Risk) to deliver high quality services in line with our proven global methodologies and tools

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 pursuits, sales, and client relationship building

Lead the design and implementation of strategic procurement and third party risk management programs for financial services clients





Deliver 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-today 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 and TPRM Financial Services 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

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

To qualify for the role you must have

A degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent preferred

At the Senior Manager level, a minimum of 8+ years of relevant consulting or industry experience

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

Third Party Risk Management

Cost analysis, modeling and/or optimization

Cost-benefit analysis, business case analysis

Performance metrics and measures development

Benchmarking and gap analysisCost reduction or cost efficiency

Mergers and Acquisitions

Procurement and TPRM technologies : Ariba (e-sourcing, P2P, supplier risk) , Coupa (P2P, CRA,), Icertis

Ideally, you’ll also have

Financial services clients

A willingness to travel to meet client needs (when it is safe)

What We Look For




We’re looking for people that are passionate procurement and broader supply chain consultants, at the top of their game, but who would like to continue to grow their subject matter expertise and help others around them achieve their potential. If you have a passion for assisting businesses achieve their full potential and working with some of the highest performing teams, this role might very well be for you.

What We Offer
At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It’s one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

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. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. 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 that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around

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

Inclusiveness at EY
Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

EY | Building a better working world
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📌 Supply Chain and Operations - Senior Manager - Procurement and Third - Party Risk Management (Ontario)
🏢 EY
📍 Ontario