Supply Chain and Operations - Manager - M&A Procurement Value Creation
- Toronto, ON
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- You will help organizations in the development and implementation of procurement transformation programs - from strategy and concept development to implementation
- You will bring ability to help clients identify and achieve target synergies through procurement value creation in the context of M&A/transaction
- You will support CPOs in implementing transformations in Procurement as the world becomes digital, consumer needs change and the shape of the Procurement fundamentally changes
- You will manage day-to-day engagements, provide direction to engagement sub work streams, develop and maintain key client relationships, and will work in multi-disciplinary teams (e.g.,
- Finance, Tax, Transactions, Mergers and Acquisitions, etc.) to deliver high quality services in line with our proven global methodologies and tools
- You will support the business in developing EY knowledge and concepts for our practice, whilst also actively establishing, maintaining and strengthening internal and external relationships
- You will build your management consulting and Procurement capabilities to become a valued contributor to our clients' transformations and for your own personal career journey
- Lead the design and implementation of key procurement processes (e.g. strategic sourcing, category management, vendor management etc.) for large private and public clients
- Deliver an exceptional client service experience while advising on complex process issues
- Display leadership and business judgment in anticipating client/project needs and developing alternative and innovative solutions
- Be the direct point of contact for client and team, own and grow appropriate client relationships
- Manage project financials including development of budget and resource plans on projects and day-today client interactions
- Support the development of leading practice Procurement capabilities at EY
- Create a positive team environment and provide coaching and support for junior staff
- Support senior management with practice development activities such as recruiting
- Support the build-out of the Procurement Transformation practice across EY Canada.
- Collaborate across EY service lines to support business development opportunities
- Develop new solutions and improved ways of working to further EY's innovation agenda
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment (and know when to lead and when to follow)
- Experience managing staff on multiple projects and providing direction to team members
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communications skills including oral, written, and presentation
- A high level of motivation and a self-starting attitude
- An ability to think outside of the box, and thrive on new challenges
- Post Graduate degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent preferred
- At the experienced Manager level, a minimum of 8+ years of relevant consulting (preferrable) or industry experience with blue-chip organizations
- Experience with improving performance of large-spend organizations with complex, high volume procurements.
- Subject matter expertise in Category Management/Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management, Supplier Relationship Management and Procure 2 Pay processes. Primary experience should be in direct procurement in the Consumer (Manufacturing, Retail, Distribution), Advanced Manufacturing, Industrial Products, Automotive, Aerospace, Pulp, Paper & Packaging Industries.
- Demonstrated ability to guide large project teams and stakeholder groups through complex procurement process design and operating model implications
- Knowledge and experience in a number of the following areas:
- Procurement
- Category Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Spend Analysis
- Total Cost of Ownership Analysis
- Supplier Risk Management
- Cost analysis, modeling and/or optimization
- Cost-benefit analysis, business case analysis
- Performance metrics and measures development
- Benchmarking and gap analysis
- Cost reduction or cost efficiency
- Familiarity with the enablement of procurement processes through cloud-based technologies
- A willingness to travel to meet client needs
- Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
- 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
- Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
- 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