At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead procurement governance and compliance, ensuring best practices and driving transformation.
- Company: A major Canadian organization undergoing a procurement transformation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Inspire a high-performing culture while driving sustainability and supplier diversity initiatives.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on procurement practices.
- Qualifications: 8+ years in strategic procurement with strong leadership and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 140000 - 150000 $ per year.
Mississauga, Ontario – Hybrid (3 days in the office)
Base pay range CA$140,000.00/yr - CA$150,000.00/yr
Our client is a huge Canadian organisation who are in the middle of a Procurement transformation. Led by one of the strongest Heads of Procurement in Canada, they are redeveloping the Sourcing team which has led to a number of job vacancies.
Reporting to the Head of Procurement, the Associate Director, Procurement Governance & Compliance will lead the procurement governance and compliance mandate. You will ensure seamless delivery of best practices in policy development, training, document management, and compliance, while driving transformation and risk reduction across procurement operations.
Responsibilities
- Own and enhance procurement governance frameworks, consolidating policies and procedures into a single, accessible document.
- Lead compliance monitoring and controls, designing frameworks and overseeing audits.
- Develop and deliver training programs, including playbooks, e-learning, and onboarding materials.
- Champion change and communications, curating governance content for internal and external stakeholders.
- Establish structured procurement intake and pipeline planning, ensuring visibility and prioritization.
- Manage conflicts of interest processes, mitigating risks and ensuring transparency.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and market engagement.
- Drive social procurement initiatives, including sustainability and supplier diversity.
- Lead and inspire a team, creating a high-performing, inclusive culture.
Qualifications
- 8+ years strategic procurement experience
- Experience of developing procurement strategies, procedures and policies
- Ability to lead high-performing teams, influence senior stakeholders, and communicate complex procurement strategies clearly
- Impeccable communication skills – both verbal and written
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries: Government Administration, Government Relations Services, and Business Consulting and Services
Associate Director Procurement Governance & Compliance in Mississauga employer: Winchesters
As a leading employer in Downtown Toronto, our client offers an exceptional work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a hybrid work model, employees enjoy the flexibility of working three days in the office while benefiting from competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth in IT procurement. The company values its workforce, providing a supportive culture that encourages meaningful contributions and recognizes the importance of work-life balance.
