Senior Sourcing Manager

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Mackenzie Financial Corporation

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Job Description:Grade: L8Referral Level: Level 2Division: IGM – Corporate OperationsIGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada’s leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $252 billion in total assets under managements. The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals. Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie InvestmentsUnder IGM Financial’s unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy is Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967. Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support.At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence.We have a vision and a strategy that will challenge the way business in this industry is done and help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them. As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive while working remotely, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and centre.Join an unstoppable team that is embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities. We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.Mackenzie Investments is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively – this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.Position (details)The Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager reports to the Director of Strategic Sourcing and is responsible for leading the execution of procurement activities in the functional areas of Procurement Strategy, Strategic Sourcing and Contract Development supporting financial services including mortgages, banking and insurance products, wealth management and asset management operations. The Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager will be responsible for leading the end-to-end sourcing activities for high complexity deals and where appropriate, provide support to the Director or AVP on confidential and highly strategic initiatives.Responsibilities:

Strategic Oversight on the procurement plan for their assigned Business Unit(s) to meet Business objectives and savings targets
Category/Supplier Strategy to identify opportunities for savings by conducting market research and spend analytics to support sourcing strategies, while driving continuous improvement
Strategic Sourcing through interaction and collaboration with assigned Business Unit(s) to lead competitive selection processes and provide advisory support
Contract Development & Management including negotiation of terms, finalizing the contract package for execution and coaching on contract compliance
Third-Party Risk Management at the category/supplier/engagement level and collaborating with risk stakeholders to assist with developing appropriate mitigation strategies

Requirements:

Undergraduate degree in a related field, preferably in business or finance
Minimum 5 years experience in a financial environment and good understanding of wealth and asset management operations with exposure to mortgages, banking and insurance products
Experience in managing the end-to-end RFx process and deal teams
Skilled in contract negotiations supporting financial services categories such as Advisor services, fund operations, industry subscriptions and wealth product management
Ability to manage senior to executive level stakeholders

Please visit our career page by clicking on the following link:We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.Please apply by August 20, 2024.#LI-JS2#LI-Hybrid