The Business Assistant reports directly to VP of Personal Insurance Pricing and is responsible for supporting the day-to-day administration requirements of the senior Personal Insurance Pricing leadership team and the support of requests for the Head Office Personal Insurance team’s shared services administration team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of administrative support including calendar and inbox management, expense report management, travel booking, system access requests, onboarding/offboarding of new hires, event planning/onsite coordination and other associated duties. <br> Description for Internal Candidates What can you expect in this role? The Business Assistant reports directly to VP of Personal Insurance Pricing and is responsible for supporting the day-to-day administration requirements of the senior Personal Insurance Pricing leadership team and the support of requests for the Head Office Personal Insurance team’s shared services administration team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of administrative support including calendar and inbox management, expense report management, travel booking, system access requests, onboarding/offboarding, event planning/onsite coordination and other associated duties. • Manages the VP, Personal Insurance Pricing’s calendar and inbox in all coordination of meetings, managing multiple conflicting meetings and necessary resources, booking and scheduling meetings with internal and external clients, expense report management, deadlines and approvals. Coordinates and books for VP, Personal Insurance Pricing's local and international travel • Assists the senior Personal Insurance Pricing leadership team with administrative functions • Supports system access, onboarding/offboarding and other administrative requests for the Head Office Personal Insurance team’s shared services administration team. • Event planning /onsite coordination for the Personal Insurance & Sonnet teams in the Montreal Office and other associated duties as a member of the Personal Insurance Employee Experience Committee. • Provides coding of invoices and forwards onto appropriate approval authority • Other duties as assigned, including supporting other Personal Insurance functions in the Montreal office
We are looking for a dedicated Front Desk Coordinator to join our team in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will act as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery through collaboration with internal departments. As part of the Mid-Office Service Team, you will support independent Portfolio Managers and Introducing Brokers by managing daily operations and resolving client issues. This is a hybrid long-term contract position requiring at least three days per week on-site, with newer team members expected to work in the office more frequently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and nurture strong client relationships by coordinating efforts with internal teams and departments.<br>• Maintain a high standard of customer service by keeping clients informed about new products, services, and developments relevant to their business.<br>• Resolve client issues promptly and thoroughly, while recommending improvements to enhance overall service delivery.<br>• Review and approve administrative tasks such as bank transfers, de-registrations, foreign exchanges, and internal account transfers on a daily basis.<br>• Serve as a liaison between clients and operational teams to ensure timely and proactive task completion.<br>• Coordinate and document regular client meetings to address service and operational concerns, following up to ensure resolution.<br>• Provide guidance to clients on company policies, procedures, and available training that impact their business operations.<br>• Offer process improvement recommendations to strengthen client relationships and streamline operations.<br>• Represent the company professionally during client meetings and business events.
<p><strong>Job Description: Head of Procurement Strategic and Operational Procurement</strong></p><p>As the Head of Procurement, you will oversee the full range of procurement functions—both strategic and operational—within a manufacturing environment in the energy sector. In this pivotal role, you will design and implement procurement strategies that balance cost efficiency, supply chain reliability, and supplier performance, while supporting goals related to innovation and sustainability. You will work at the intersection of manufacturing operations, supply chain dynamics, and energy sector trends, driving change and fostering collaborative partnerships in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>Your leadership will extend across tactical initiatives that ensure supplier performance, inventory optimization, and operational excellence, while also spearheading the strategic direction of procurement activities, guiding global sourcing decisions, and building supplier partnerships. A proactive mindset and attention to detail will be crucial in resolving supply issues before they disrupt production. Your role will ensure compliance, on-time delivery, and alignment with internal protocols and external regulations.</p><p><strong>Your Main Tasks and Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and execute long-term procurement strategies aligned with corporate goals, market trends, and risk management practices.</li><li>Lead and manage strategic sourcing activities to drive cost optimization, innovation, and operational reliability across direct and indirect procurement categories.</li><li>Execute supplier segmentation, category planning, and contract lifecycle strategies to maximize partnerships and supplier performance.</li><li>Negotiate and secure high-value contracts and build long-term supplier relationships to support business growth and ensure sustainability initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate closely with Engineering, R& D, and Finance teams to enable early supplier involvement and optimize design-to-cost strategies.</li><li>Ensure timely acquisition of raw materials, components, consumables, and indirect goods and services to support production targets.</li><li>Optimize inventory levels to balance financial costs with production reliability.</li><li>Partner with production planning, logistics, and warehouse teams to streamline material flow and delivery processes.</li><li>Monitor supplier performance metrics (OTD, quality, responsiveness) and implement corrective actions to drive continuous improvement.</li><li>Ensure compliance with procurement policies, risk assessments, and internal/external audits.</li><li>Develop and report procurement KPIs, create dashboards, and align activities with company governance standards.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership and Industry Knowledge:</strong></p><p>Lead, mentor, and develop procurement teams—including operational buyers and procurement specialists—fostering excellence in manufacturing and supplier performance.</p><p>Build a team of strategic buyers focused on innovation, agility, and creating meaningful partnerships.</p><p>Provide ongoing training, coaching, and performance feedback to improve team effectiveness and alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>Promote a culture of lean thinking, continuous improvement, and operational excellence within procurement operations.</p>
<p>Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive <strong>Director of Business Development</strong> to lead their growth strategy and drive revenue expansion. Focused on the food service and institutional markets, this pivotal role involves identifying new opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, optimizing revenue streams, and enhancing our market presence.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Design and execute business development strategies aligned with company growth objectives.</li><li>Research and identify new markets, customer segments, and business opportunities.</li><li>Foster and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders.</li><li>Lead negotiations for contracts and commercial agreements with expertise in optimizing outcomes.</li><li>Collaborate closely with internal teams—sales, marketing, production, and operations—to ensure alignment with strategic goals.</li><li>Consistently analyze market trends, competitor data, and customer insights to inform and refine decisions.</li><li>Represent the company at trade shows and industry events as an ambassador of our brand.</li></ul>
