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.

Responsibilities:

In this role, responsibilities will include conducting supply market research, building category/project baselines, establishing sourcing strategies, seeking proposals, conducting pricing and contract negotiations, and contributing to the overall improvement of procurement practices at Air Canada.

Key areas of responsibility include the following:

Establish Catering category management 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
Conduct research and analysis
Implement management 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 cross functional teams to determine business requirements and establish sourcing strategies that deliver financial and nonfinancial benefits (e.g. service levels, risk mitigation)
Prepare and issue RFPs, 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 best-in-class procurement methods
Develop models to evaluate supplier proposals using quantitative and qualitative criteria
Act as an ambassador for Strategic Procurement and Air Canada:
Further develop SP relationships with internal customers through all engagements and current/potential service providers to Air Canada
Effectively communicate and promote the successes of SP

Continually seek areas for improvement

Qualifications

Minimum of 7 years of Procurement/Sourcing or related experience
University degree in in a relevant field of study (marketing, 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
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.

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.