Are you an experienced Vendor Manager looking for your next strategic opportunity?
Working with one of our top financial clients, this role calls for a Strategic Sourcing Manager. As a key player in the organization’s procurement ecosystem, you will lead sourcing engagements, manage vendor relationships, and develop comprehensive category strategies to deliver sustained value and mitigate risks. This position offers a dynamic and collaborative setting, with opportunities for long‑term growth and impactful contributions to enterprise procurement initiatives.
Pay rate range (CAD): $56.70/hr – $68.03/hr
Responsibilities Lead sourcing activities, including requirements gathering, supplier evaluation, and selection processes
Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business objectives for technology procurement
Drive negotiations on contracts, including statements of work, master service agreements, and commercial terms
Manage vendor relationships, ensure compliance, and coordinate transition activities post-contract signing
Support risk management and governance requirements across procurement projects
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure timely delivery and quality standards
Continuously analyze market trends and emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, to inform sourcing strategies
Identify process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency, transparency, and stakeholder experience
Ensure all sourcing activities adhere to enterprise frameworks and regulatory requirements
Facilitate communication across cross-functional teams, presenting research and recommendations to management




Maintain accurate documentation and reporting on sourcing metrics, SLA performance, and risk issues
Desired Skill-Set Minimum of 8+ years in strategic sourcing or procurement roles within regulated environments such as banking or financial services
Proven negotiation skills covering SOWs, MSAs, NDAs, and pricing negotiations
Strong understanding of contract terms, deal structures, and supplier risk considerations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High level of initiative and resourcefulness as a self-starter
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities
Strong time management and prioritization skills
Nice to Have Supply chain certifications
Experience in banking, healthcare, or financial sectors
Familiarity with procurement tools such as Ariba and Coupa
Knowledge of AI-enabled procurement and sourcing technologies
Experience managing complex multi-stakeholder projects
BeachHead is an equal opportunity agency and employer. We advocate for our candidates and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or physical or mental disability. BeachHead or our clients may use technology-enabled tools, including automation and artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of the recruitment process such as resume screening, application management, and candidate matching. These tools assist our recruiters and our clients, and do not replace human decision‑making. This job posting represents a current or anticipated vacancy. The position may be filled at any time, and the posting may be removed without notice once the role has been filled.

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📌 Strategic Sourcing Manager (Ontario)
🏢 BeachHead
📍 Ontario