Job DescriptionLocation: Toronto, CAMonday- Friday 8:30am-5:00pmIn this position, you'll be based in the Toronto office for a minimum of three days a week.
We're embarking on an exciting new phase in the expansion of our Procurement target operating model and we're looking for talented individuals to be part of the journey. These changes will enhance the capability of Computershare's global Procurement teams. Our ambition is to create a function that is proactively called upon by the business to enable growth while reducing cost and managing risk.
To support our vision for the Procurement function, we are building new capabilities in our CoE of which this role will be part of. These capabilities will cover sourcing and contracting, data analytics and reporting, systems and process improvements, as well as third-party risk management and vendor management activities.
At Computershare, our global Procurement function plays a vital role in delivering value across all business units, negotiating with third-party suppliers and supporting the purchase of goods and services across every region. As part of this team, the Contracting Specialist operates at a global level, helping to shape our supplier partnerships while ensuring we meet strict legal, regulatory, and internal standards. In this fast-paced and collaborative role, you'll support sourcing efforts across a variety of categories, helping to deliver measurable cost savings and long-term value from our supply chain. You'll lead the negotiation of commercial terms and fees, manage the contracting process end-to-end, and ensure all necessary requisitions and documentation are completed accurately and on time.
A role you will loveFrom handling stakeholder inquiries and supporting supplier onboarding to clearing outstanding purchase orders, your attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence will help keep everything running smoothly.
You'll also play a key role in analyzing market trends and financial data to support both new and renewal contract decisions, while maintaining an accurate and organized contract management system. Your insights will contribute to cost avoidance initiatives, category-specific strategies, and overall procurement innovation. By driving tail spending initiatives and enhancing our supplier relationships, you'll help position Procurement as a true source of competitive advantage, risk management, and continuous improvement
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle small to medium negotiations including contract work, market analysis and financial analysis
- Support supplier onboarding
- Contract Management including new and renewals
- Interact with stakeholders and cross functional teams in support of supplier sourcing.
- Prepare reporting and presentations as needed
- Manage small to medium tail suppliers through lifecycle
What will you bring to the role? We are a global business with an entrepreneurial spirit, and we are proud of that. What that comes with is a fast-paced environment and lots of change so you will be resilient in nature and able to adapt quickly and embrace the pace of change we often work under.
Required:
- Strong knowledge of Procurement Categories and the associated supplier landscape
- Experienced at negotiating commercial terms & fees
- 7 years' Procurement negotiation experience
- Minimum Project management qualification - or significant experience in this field
Preferred:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Economics, Finance, Operations or related area
- Industry certification such as FCIPS, CIPS, IACCM or CPSM, Continuous Improvement or equivalent
Rewards designed for you Paid parental leave, flexible working and a caring and inclusive culture.
Health and well-being rewards that can be tailored to support you and your family, including medical, dental and vision.
Invest in your future with 401k matching and tax-advantaged flexible spending plans, including healthcare, dependent care and commuter.
Income protection. Our package includes short and long-term disability benefits, life insurance and supplemental life insurance.
Compensation: The typical base pay range for this role is $75,949 - $113,923 CAD. This base pay range is specific to these locations and may not be applicable to other locations: Toronto, CA
And more. Ours is a welcoming and close-knit community, with experienced colleagues ready to help you grow. Our careers hub will help you find out more about our rewards and life at Computershare, visit computershare.com/careershub.
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