At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. 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.OpportunityThe purpose of the global EY organization is to Build a Better Working World. The insights and services the organization provides help to drive long-term value for clients, people and society and to build trust in the capital markets.An essential function under EY Business Enablement, Supply Chain Services (SCS), is a global team with more than 600 professionals in over 35 countries supporting the EY organization across the globe. This structure helps enable knowledge-sharing across categories and regions, streamlining efforts in seeking innovative suppliers that can provide exceptional client service to maximize SCS’s value for the EY organization and the world’s supply chain.A key component of SCS is Global Procurement, whose purpose is to drive significant synergies and value creation from sourcing to contract lifecycle management, deliver exceptional client experiences and build more vital collaboration to manage Technology, Talent, Alliances and Brand, Marketing and Communications (BMC) categories. We forge meaningful supplier relationships and strengthen supplier resilience to help EY maximize long‑term value for its people, clients and communities.EY Technology (EYT) creates, manages, and operates all the technology used by EY covering the entire process lifecycle, from understanding the needs of the organization’s different areas and service lines, through defining appropriate strategy and architecture, to the delivery of solutions and managed operational services.The Enterprise Technology Procurement team supports the procurement needs of EYT’s infrastructure and services organization at a global enterprise scale (Enterprise Technology). The Information Security Procurement team supports the procurement needs of EYT’s information security requirements (Information Security). The Client Technology Procurement team supports key programs and solutions globally in partnership with our EYT and Service Line colleagues in order to continue to enhance EY’s position as technology driven industry leader (Client Technology).Why this role mattersGlobal Procurement drives synergy from sourcing through contract lifecycle management, strengthens supplier resilience and delivers exceptional internal client experience across Technology, Talent, Alliances, and BMC categories. Technology Procurement is part of Global Procurement focusing on the technology requirements from EYT, our client Service Lines and Business Enablement functions,



procuring and managing circa $1.8B of spend annually.Your Key ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end technology sourcing strategies and complex commercial negotiations across global and regional Member Firm engagements, ensuring alignment with the global technology and procurement strategies.Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders across EYT, Service Lines, Business Enablement functions, and Member Firms managing multiple sourcing initiatives and delivering successful commercial outcomes.Develop and execute strategies for assigned technology categories, balancing innovation, cost optimization, risk management, and supplier performance.Partner closely with Legal (GCO), Risk Management, and Information Security teams to negotiate commercial, legal, privacy, and data protection terms that mitigate enterprise risk and ensure compliance with global policies.Lead and oversee the full lifecycle of technology sourcing and contracts, including supplier selection, onboarding, contracting, renewals, and license management for key suppliers and strategic programs.Drive value realization by identifying, tracking, and reporting financial and non‑financial benefits, including cost savings, cost avoidance, and strategic value delivered to stakeholders.Strengthen procurement processes, policies, systems, management information, and reporting to improve efficiency, transparency, and stakeholder experience.Lead market intelligence and supplier research activities to ensure competitive sourcing outcomes, innovation, and sustainable supplier relationships.Skills and Attributes for SuccessStrong stakeholder management experience with the ability to collaboratively co‑develop strategies and set and manage expectations.Experience with negotiating contracts for large global organizations.Experience of managing complex service agreements both from the commercial and service delivery side.Experience performing procurement and working with stakeholders and supplier management in a complex global environment.Strong influencing and networking skills as the organization relies on working in cross functional teams across borders.Strong communication skills required; must have the ability communicate in English effectively, transparently, and timely across multiple mediums (email, voice, IM, etc) in a global environment.Excellent time management including the ability to independently manage and prioritize workload.Demonstrate a positive attitude and have an appetite for challenge.Focus on client needs with excellent client service experience.RequirementsMinimum of 3 years technology procurement experience.Experience with negotiating purchases of software licenses, cloud‑based solutions,



GenAI solutions and professional services for complex, global organizations.Experience with stakeholder management with the ability to collaboratively co‑develop strategies and set and manage expectations.Thorough understanding of associated commercial, regulatory, legal and privacy risks of purchasing technology and strong experience effectively mediating such risks through negotiations.Strong influencing and networking skills as the organization relies on working in cross functional teams across borders.Good working knowledge of technology suppliers, new technologies and industry trends.Robust communication skills required; must have the ability communicate in English effectively, transparently, and timely across multiple mediums (email, voice, IM, etc) in a global environment.The ability to independently manage and prioritize workload.Ideally, you will also haveAlternatively, technology or business operations experience may be considered in lieu of some, or potentially all, of the sourcing experience for the right candidate.Experience negotiating for multiple Service delivery models (Platform as a Service, Software as a Service, Infrastructure as a Service, etc).BenefitsCompetitive compensation with discretionary bonus program.Comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage.Defined contribution pension plan.Generous vacation policy and firm‑paid days, statutory holidays, and paid personal days.Range of programs and benefits supporting physical, financial and social well‑being.Support and coaching from engaging colleagues.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.Toronto: $75,600 to $113,400To create the best experience during the recruitment process, we encourage you to describe any accommodation you may need.Inclusiveness at EYInclusiveness is 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.Learn about our commitment to Inclusiveness at https://www.Ey.Com/en_ca/about-us/corporate-responsibility/equity#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Technology Procurement Supervising Associate - C$75,600 - C$113,400 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 EY
📍 Winnipeg