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- Lead cross-functional teams to execute on high to medium value/complexity sourcing projects and contracting efforts. Determine sourcing strategy and conduct analysis and negotiations.
- Influence requirements from business partners necessary to evaluate and select suppliers
- Conduct baseline and market analysis, develop sourcing strategy and conduct contract negotiations
- Manage sourcing resources and engage subject matter experts (such as legal, risk and finance) in support of a specific set of commodities and/or a business line
- Provide sourcing thought leadership and day-to-day oversight of resource activities
- Be responsible for the accuracy of contract archives
- Read and interpret contract terms and accurate explain to partners about risks, limitations and challenges with contract terms
- Track expirations of existing contracts and develop work plan for renewals, interact with legal and drafting teams to incorporate results of negotiations into contract documents
- Provide supporting analytics to finance team to validate realized savings
- Manage relations with key business partners and project owners to develop/maintain strong working relationships
- Support vendor managers in execution of business led initiatives as necessary.
- You obsess about customers, listen, engage and act for their benefit.
- You think big, with curiosity to discover ways to use your agile approach and enable business outcomes.
- You thrive in teams and enjoy getting things done together.
- You take ownership and build solutions, focusing on what matters.
- You do what is right, work with integrity and speak up.
- You share your humanity, helping us build a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone.
- Market Data, Investment applications or IT contracts/sourcing experience
- Experience with dealing with vendors e.g. MSCI, Morningstar, Moody's, Fitch, FTSE, Bloomberg, S&P, LSEG etc.
- Extensive knowledge of Investment related and data licensing, software/SaaS solutions/licensing solutions
- Print sourcing experience will be considered an asset
- Undergraduate degree (business or Finance preferred)
- 6+ years of progressive business experience in global Sourcing and/or vendor management and/or contract management
- Good knowledge of sourcing and procurement principles and best practices
- Experience and expertise with supplier contractual terms and conditions to mitigate legal and business risk
- Experience with sourcing and procurement systems and tools (e.g. Ivalua)
- Solid analytical skills
- Graduate degree (business preferred)
- Familiar with Manulife's business operations, strategies and financial environment
- Knowledge of investment applications and market data preferred.
- Responsible for high to medium value negotiation and contracting activities to deliver savings and value consistent with business objectives and priorities.
- What can we offer you?
- A competitive salary and benefits packages.
- A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
- A focus on growing your career path with us.
- Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.
- Professional development and leadership opportunities.
- Values-first culture
We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together. - Boundless opportunity
We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career. - Continuous innovation
We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services. - Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives. - Championing Corporate Citizenship
We build a business that benefits all stakeholders and has a positive social and environmental impact.
Financial and Insurance Services - Waterloo, Canada - Company 1 - The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company
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Manager, North America Procurement
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