Manager, Strategic Procurement - Dorval, Canada - Air Canada

Air Canada

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Dorval, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Description

Being part of Air Canada is to become part of an iconic Canadian symbol, recently ranked the best Airline in North America. Let your career take flight by joining our diverse and vibrant team at the leading edge of passenger aviation.

Air Canada, ranked among the top five most attractive companies to work for in Canada, is seeking a Manager of Strategic Procurement - Corporate & Commercial, who will be based at Montreal Headquarters.

Responsibilities:

The Manager, Strategic Procurement - Corporate & Commercial, will lead sourcing projects related to Air Canada's priorities in International Sales, International Accounting, Cargo Sales, Corporate Real Estate and other areas of the business.

This position's responsibilities will include conducting supply market research, establishing sourcing strategies, leading competitive bid processes, contract negotiations, and contributing to the overall improvement of procurement practices at Air Canada.

In greater detail, key areas of responsibility include the following:

Establish Corporate & Commercial category procurement strategies
Develop and maintain an understanding of emerging industry and supply market trends to strengthen Air Canada's negotiating positions
Stay abreast of Air Canada's strategic initiatives and priorities through close collaboration with the business units
Analyze and monitor category spend and expiring contracts to uncover potential sourcing and consolidation opportunities
Design and implement category strategies that deliver financial and other performance targets such as service, quality, and risk management
Lead and manage procurement events
Conduct supply market research and baseline spend analysis
Work with crossfunctional teams to determine business requirements and establish sourcing strategies that deliver financial and nonfinancial benefits (e.g., service levels, risk mitigation, etc.)
Prepare and issue RFX's, evaluate responses and conduct negotiations
Lead contract negotiations and oversee contract drafting and execution
Ensure that Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) is in place following the sourcing process
Contribute to the improvement of internal procurement practices
Participate in the establishment of bestinclass procurement methods
Formulate models to evaluate supplier proposals using quantitative and qualitative criteria
Act as an ambassador for Strategic Procurement and Air Canada
Enhance Strategic Procurements' relationships with internal customers over the course of procurement events
Effectively communicate and promote the successes of Strategic Procurement
Actively engage in learning Air Canada's business processes
Continually seek areas for improvement

Qualifications

Minimum of 7 years of Procurement/Sourcing or related experience
University degree in a relevant field of study (International Business, Commerce, Information
Technology, Supply Chain, or Engineering)
Excellent communication (verbal and written), analytical, negotiation, interpersonal, presentation

- and project management skills

Must be knowledgeable and confident in preparing term sheets and negotiating contracts
Strong business acumen and leadership skills
The individual must have the ability to effectively communicate and lead all levels of employees

- as well as facilitate group work, communication, and development

Ability to assert influence without authority
Full proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and manage changing priorities
A strong entrepreneurial spirit, a desire to innovate, intellectual curiosity and creative thinking
Strong organizational skills and work ethic
Ability to multitask, work under pressure and accommodate changing priorities
High degree of professionalism and discretion is essential
Flexibility with work hours is required. Occasional travel may be required
Experience using SAP Ariba is an asset
Cargo Industry experience is an asset

Conditions of Employment:

Linguistic Requirements

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees' unique contributions to our company's success.