Senior Manager, Procurement

Summary:

The Senior Manager, Procurement will play a critical role in driving strategic sourcing initiatives and optimizing procurement processes across Clio. This role will lead a team of procurement professionals and be responsible for developing and implementing innovative sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with company policies and industry best practices.
 

What you’ll work on:

Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation:

• Lead the development and execution of strategic sourcing strategies for key categories across Clio

• Conduct thorough market analysis, identify potential suppliers, and negotiate competitive contracts that deliver value and mitigate risk.

• Utilize data-driven insights to inform sourcing decisions and drive continuous improvement.

Procurement Operations:

• Oversee and enhance the day-to-day operations of the procurement function, including purchase order processing, contract management, and supplier performance management.

• Implement and maintain robust procurement processes and controls to ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulations.

• Drive the adoption, utilization, and enhancement of Coupa at Clio.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of procurement professionals.

• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team environment.

• Provide ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance team skills and knowledge.

Supplier Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring mutual satisfaction and continuous improvement.

• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and address any issues proactively.

• Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve the overall effectiveness of the procurement function.

• Leverage technology and data analytics to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in procurement.

• Hold strong opinions on world-class best practices for procurement, systems, and processes.

Stakeholder Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including business leaders, Finance, Legal, Compliance and IT.

• Effectively communicate procurement strategies, policies, and performance metrics to stakeholders.

• Proactively address stakeholder concerns and resolve any issues that may arise.

What you may have:

• 8+ years of progressive experience in procurement, with a strong emphasis on strategic sourcing and negotiation.

• Proven experience in leading high-performing and cross-functional teams.

• Demonstrated expertise in the implementation, operation, and augmentation of Coupa or similar platforms.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.

What you will find here:

Compensation is one of the main components of Clio’s Total Rewards Program. We have developed a series of programs and processes to ensure we are creating fair and competitive pay practices that form the foundation of our human and high-performing culture.
 

Some highlights of our Total Rewards program include:

• Competitive, equitable salary with top-tier health benefits, dental, and vision insurance 

• Hybrid work environment, with expectation for local Clions (Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and Dublin) to be in office minimum 2 days per week on our Anchor Days.

• $2000 annual counseling benefit

• RRSP matching and RESP contribution 

• Clioversary recognition program with special acknowledgement at 3, 5, 7, and 10 years​

The full salary range* for this role is $149,500 to $186,900 to $224,300 CAD.Please note there are a separate set of salary bands for other regions based on local currency.

In addition, this role is eligible for variable pay that is based on company performance, with actual payout amounts calculated and paid on a quarterly basis.

*We aim to hire all candidates between the minimum and the midpoint of the full salary range. We reserve the midpoint to the maximum of the salary band for internal employees who demonstrate sustained high performance and impact at Clio. The final offer amount for this role will be dependent on individual experience and skillset of the candidate. Please note there are a separate set of salary bands for other regions based on local currency.

Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Equity (DIBE) & Accessibility 

Our team shows up as their authentic selves, and are united by our mission. We are dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion. We pride ourselves in building and fostering an environment where our teams feel included, valued, and enabled to do the best work of their careers, wherever they choose to log in from. We believe that different perspectives, skills, backgrounds, and experiences result in higher-performing teams and better innovation. We are committed to equal employment and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Clio provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Learn more about our culture at clio.com/careers