Overview The Director, Strategic Sourcing (Operations) is accountable for providing procurement leadership and direction of the following: New Client business pursuits and client transitions, vendor set up and compliance, Oracle purchase order administration, Central Contract repository, Procurement Procedures and Work instructions, Supplier contract execution. The role is also accountable for Procurement Governance and the following reporting: Risk/quality, Glidepath Savings and Supplier Performance Reporting. In addition, the individual in this role is also accountable for identifying and implementing Continuous Improvement opportunities and achieving greater efficiencies for activities managed. This role also includes the responsibility for the life cycle management of assigned supplier agreements.Key Duties & Responsibilities New Client RFP Pursuits and Transitions (Client Engagements and Client Disengagement)Leading Role in New Business pursuits for procurement support developing bid content to support marketing and new business pursuitsLeading Role with Recent Client Transition Strategy discussions to provide outsourcing and supplier risk management subject matter expert to Client and BGIS pursuit team, including leading commercial outsourcing practices, related regulatory and policy knowledge and supplier risk determination and controls designOversees and directs procurement activity (Communications, Vendors, Contracts) for client transitionsLeads the development of the procurement plan in collaboration with the client and internal BGIS team membersOversees the end-to-end procurement activities in a client transitionCompliance and Vendor Set-Up and MonitorLead discussions and provide advise/guidance to BGIS for third party compliance contractingAccountable for all supplier qualification, resolve issues in collaboration with concerned partiesReviews and approves vendor set up and vendor information changesAccountable for the periodic review and action for high bribery risk vendorsAccountable for the Master Vendor List review, analyze and action supplier appropriatenessResponsible for procurement records in accordance with applicable document retention policyAccountable for the deactivation of vendors in collaboration with client operations team membersAccountable for Purchasing Card Administration and related issuesEnsure organization is measured and maintains compliance to sourcing policies, procedures and processesReview policies and processes and ensure they are up-to-date and relevant which entails ongoing learning and trainingProcurement Systems and ToolsAccountable for the establishment, maintenance and improvement of a contract management databaseAccountable for the Oracle Purchase Order Administration supporting BGIS Client Groups (excepting where the client accounts have assigned resources)Lead the development of all regular management reports for the Enterprise Risk Management Program including establishing appropriate templates, securing input/content from all affected areasQuality Assurance – develop and maintain a quality assurance program for the governance to the Sourcing Policies and procedures and in line with the Enterprise Risk Management ProgramAccountable for the detailed understanding of and providing advice/guidance and reporting on tools used to manage sourcing activities:HUB and Pipeline and Contract Execution; Vendor Qualification; PCard Dashboard; Sourcing Dashboard; Glidepath unique toeach Client Account.Governance and RiskAccountable to ensure that the Quality Management Systems documentation framework for Brookfield Global Integrated Solutions including policy, process, procedure, forms and guidelines is followedRisk and Policy Oversight – through an oversight framework, maintain and provide regular monitoring of compliance by Sourcing to BGIS Risk Management Program and PolicyLead and refine risk approaches within the function / process or related functions / processes by ensuring required policies, processes and controls are implemented and adhered toVerify adherence to policies and procedures by all team membersAccountable for the maintenance of accurate and complete records for audit in accordance with policies and proceduresLead the review of audit documentationAccountable for Supplier Financial Due Diligence as it applies within the organization and on-going supplier managementEnvironment and SustainabilityMonitor and report on the performance of sustainable procurement initiatives and major services agreementsAccountable to enhance and advance supplier sustainability and diversity strategy through Sourcing in support of BGIS and Client Account Teams, including tracking and measuringLeads the identification and implementation of performance measurement and management metrics to measure supplier performanceTraining LeadAccountable to communicate, brief and train on changes in sourcing policies, processes and work instructionsLead discussions that provide subject matter expertise on sourcing risk including policy and processes, key risk areas and controlsSourcing related training /awareness needs for the BGIS client accounts that is both employee and customer focused; Continuous ImprovementRecommends, develops and executes strategies to achieve greater efficiencies and effectivenessDevelops, recommends, modifies and implements process, tools and technologies including in supplier qualification process and toolsVendor Qualification & Set Up ProcessReviews and approves vendor set up and vendor information changesDecision Making CapacityDevelop procurement approaches that yield highest client and BGIS value; ability to develop and format compelling business cases; Approaches and process impact BGIS cost of procurement, team effectiveness and client satisfactionNegotiate and interpret contracts on behalf of BGIS and clients impacting: BGIS financial risk, adherence to Client contractual obligations, term of agreement and exit provisions, client service satisfaction, cost to client; with support available make decisions with respect to best approach toward contractsPeople LeadershipProvides people leadership to individual contributorsAccountable for employee engagement, development and performance management, hiring and retention, compensation recommendationsComplete performance management plans for all employeesEnsure adherence to all aspects of BGIS ValuesKnowledge & Skills Minimum of 10 years of work-related experienceUniversity graduation or professional certification (e.G. P. Eng, CMA, CGA or equivalent courses)In-depth knowledge of strategic sourcing requirements and practices. Maintains current knowledgeExpert outsourcing knowledgeExceptional leadership skills and ability to influence multiple concerned parties and engage their support and consensusExceptional implementation and management skillsExceptional conflict management / resolution skillsHighly advanced written and verbal communication skills – executive report writingHighly advanced knowledge and application of supplier qualification and set up process and legislative requirementsFully proficient at developing and executing category management strategies and plansAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility to develop and execute supplier contract agreementsHighly advanced with the ability to become engaged in issues outside of direct experience, quickly and effectively grasp key process elements and lead discussion with other concerned parties to determine root cause issues and make added-value policy and process recommendations and changesTeam facilitation, management, and leadership experience and demonstrated ability to lead teamsHighly advanced analytical and problem solving skillsAdvanced competency in MS Office applications.Highly advanced influence, persuasion and negotiation skillsHigh degree of business ethics and accountabilityHigh degree of client service orientationPossesses a team spirit and strong collaborationExceptional interpersonal skillsTenacity to overcome challenges to deliver on commitmentsFrench language proficiency, would be considered an assetLicenses and/or Professional Accreditation Supply Chain Management Professional DesignationThis is a regular, full-time position with a salary range of $108,068 - $135,085 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate's competencies, including but not limited to experience, education, professional designations and performance related to this role.About Us We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.About The Team BGIS is a global leader in integrated facility management services. With a combined team of over 10,000 globally, BGIS relentlessly focuses on delivering innovative service solutions that create value for its clients. Globally, BGIS manages over 50,000 facilities totaling more than 600 million square feet across several markets including government, higher education, utilities, telecommunications, financial services, oil & gas, healthcare and cloud enterprise. In addition to managing a diverse portfolio of corporate offices, retail, colleges, hospitals and industrial assets, BGIS is a world leader in the management of data centers and other critical environments.At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric if our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!BGIS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director, Strategic Sourcing - $108,068 - $135,085 A Year (Markham)
🏢 BGIS
📍 Markham