Rigor, discipline, and professionalism are essential to deliver sustainable results.

The Head of Digital Procurement (AI & Automation | Source-to-Pay) is responsible for leading the digital transformation of the procurement function through technology, automation, and artificial intelligence. This role partners closely with Procurement, IT, Data & Analytics, Finance, and key business stakeholders to modernize sourcing, supplier management, contract lifecycle management, and source-to-pay processes.

The role will be a key part of defining and executing the digital procurement roadmap, drive adoption of AI-enabled tools, and ensure measurable value creation through improved efficiency, cost optimization, and risk management.

A structured work environment:

• Recognition of years of service for vacation accrual;

• Flexible remote work arrangements;

• Flexible group insurance plan, including telemedicine services;

• Employee Assistance Program;

• Opportunity to invest in your development (career development, etc.);

• Annual bonus;

• Retirement plan with employer contributions;

• Salary scale 007: $118,000 to $147,500 (Base salary will be determined based on academic background, experience, training, and skills related to the position.)

Your day-to-day responsibilities:

Digital Procurement Strategy & Leadership

•            Contribute to the development, and lead the digital procurement and AI enablement strategy, as part of our overall procurement strategy, aligned with enterprise digital and source-to-pay transformation goals

o            Develop and own a multi-year roadmap for procurement platforms, automation, and AI use cases

o            Act as a thought leader on emerging procurement technologies, AI/ML applications, and best practices

Procurement Technology & Platforms

•            Drive the business vision for core procurement systems (e.g., ERP, sourcing, CLM, supplier risk, P2P)

•            Lead selection, implementation, and optimization of digital procurement tools

Value Realization & Performance Management

•            Establish KPIs and value-tracking mechanisms for digital and AI initiatives

•            Quantify and communicate benefits related to cost savings, productivity, cycle time reduction, and risk mitigation

•            Continuously improve solutions based on performance data and user feedback

Change Management & Adoption

•            Lead change management, training, and adoption strategies across global procurement teams

•            Build digital and AI fluency within procurement through education and capability development

•            Serve as a trusted advisor to senior procurement and business leaders

Governance & Cross-Functional Collaboration

•            Establish governance for digital procurement tools, data usage, and AI lifecycle management

•            Collaborate with suppliers and external partners on digital innovation initiatives

The level of rigor expected:

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field

• 8+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, digital transformation, or analytics

• 5+ years of experience leading enterprise-wide digital or technology initiatives

• Strong understanding of procurement processes (sourcing, supplier management, contracts, P2P)

• Experience with AI / machine learning or automation applied to procurement or the supply chain

• Experience implementing or managing procurement technologies and platforms

• Demonstrated success in change management and driving adoption within complex organizations

• Excellent analytical skills with a strong data-driven mindset

• Knowledge of tools such as SAP, Coupa, or similar platforms

• Experience in a manufacturing environment

• Bilingualism – French and English

• Experience working in a global organizational environment

A role for those who take their work seriously and deliver consistently.

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