<p><strong>Job Title: Operational Finance Manager / Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Vaughan / Concord, ON (Hybrid – 4 days onsite, 1 day remote<strong>)</strong></p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>3 Months Contract (potential for extension)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Our client is an entrepreneurial company experiencing rapid change and growth. They are seeking a proactive Operational Finance Manager / Controller to lead finance initiatives and support ongoing transformation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and reporting, with a focus on cost accounting and inventory management across multiple SKUs</li><li>Analyze operational and sales performance; provide insights by SKU, channel, and retailer</li><li>Support ERP (NetSuite) implementation and process improvements</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams, including commercial, operations, and supply chain, etc.</li><li>Conduct profitability analysis, drawing meaningful insights from financial and operational data, and clearly communicate the company’s financial story to leadership</li><li>Provide guidance in demand planning, market trends analysis, cost of goods sold (COGS), and bill of materials management</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is currently partnering with a leading organization in search of a Senior Manager, Procurement. This is a dynamic role, responsible for managing the procurement process to ensure the efficient and effective sourcing of goods and services that support the organization’s mission. The Senior Manager will work cross-functionally, lead contract negotiations, oversee compliance with corporate policies, and drive best practices in procurement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Procurement Leadership:</strong> Lead the development and execution of competitive procurement processes, including the preparation of RFPs, RFQs, RFSOs, and RFIs for the entire organization.</li><li><strong>Cross-Departmental Collaboration:</strong> Work closely with client departments and stakeholders to understand procurement needs, provide guidance on best practices, and facilitate seamless cross-functional communication.</li><li><strong>Contract & Vendor Management:</strong> Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with suppliers. Review parameters of service level agreements and contracts. Conduct vendor presentations and coordinate legal, risk, and technical reviews.</li><li><strong>Compliance & Process Management:</strong> Oversee the corporate procurement system, maintain accurate records, and monitor awards to ensure full compliance with policies, procedures, and best practices.</li><li><strong>Training & Support:</strong> Provide training and support to staff, ensuring consistent understanding and application of procurement policies and procedures.</li><li><strong>Reporting & Data Management:</strong> Manage the contract database and prepare monthly compliance reports and dashboards. Draft contracts using standard templates for execution.</li><li><strong>Continuous Improvement:</strong> Lead initiatives related to process improvement, automation, and support departments throughout the procurement cycle.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Process Indicators & Results Areas:</strong></p><ul><li>Management and execution of bid and tender documentation</li><li>Preparation and review of RFPs</li><li>Monitoring compliance with procurement processes, including policy and procedure adherence</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<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>
