Director Strategic Sourcing-Non Trade-Brands and Marketing

Brainhunter is currently seeking the services of a “Director Strategic Sourcing” for a permanent opportunity with one of our Valued Clients.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®. At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

Director Non-Trade Sourcing, Brands and Marketing will lead the strategic development and execution of sourcing strategies across a significant portion of the broader non-trade (indirect) sourcing portfolio alongside business unit leads. Non-Trade Sourcing is a ~$6B portfolio, with over ~3000 contracts executed annually including but not limited to corporate services, marketing, technology, supply chain, global sourcing, real estate, retail scheduled services, human resources, and professional services. This role is critical in driving cost optimization, supplier performance, risk management, and innovation across the enterprise.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep expertise in procurement, strong stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record of leading high-performing sourcing teams in complex, national organizations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Partnering with the General Manager, Non-Trade Sourcing to develop and execute enterprise-wide non-trade sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives. Drive category management excellence across indirect spend areas, ensuring continuous improvement, alignment with market trends and meeting business unit stakeholder requirements and needs.

Team Management & Development

• Lead and influence sourcing and business unit professionals to deliver high-impact results. Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Business Unit Support & Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage business unit stakeholders proactively to identify opportunities to improve TCO of category products and services, provide market insights, and address supplier performance and process issues. Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Merchandising, Operations, Finance, Legal, IT, Loss Prevention, Health and Safety, Compliance, Marketing, Sustainability & Social Impact etc.) to understand business needs and ensure sourcing strategies deliver value beyond cost savings. Serve as a trusted advisor to business unit leads on sourcing-related decisions. Facilitate stakeholder workshops as needed to support the sourcing process.
• Lead complex contract negotiations, manage multiple stakeholders and influence decision making to minimize Enterprise risk. Implement the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) process, leveraging reports and forum to deliver key priorities on behalf of the business. Identify and mitigate supplier risks, ensure compliance with company policies, and support Business Unit stakeholder needs. Constantly monitor supplier market and identify opportunities resulting from new product offerings and/or market shifts (e.g., entry or exit of suppliers).
• Drive cost reduction and value creation initiatives achieving cost saving, while maintaining or improving service levels. Track, report, and communicate sourcing performance metrics.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to sourcing policies, procurement best practices, and regulatory requirements. Champion the use of technology and data analytics in procurement processes (e.g., spend analysis, e-sourcing tools).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree is an asset.
• 5 - 10 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with a focus on indirect/non-trade categories, specifically media, agencies and print.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing sourcing teams and large-scale initiatives.
• Proven success in developing and implementing enterprise-wide sourcing strategies.
• Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Experience working in a national or matrixed organization.
• Proficiency with sourcing/procurement tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Fieldglass, Jagger) and data analysis platforms.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills.

Please Note: Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.

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