<p><strong>Job Posting: Senior Manager, Procurement</strong></p><p>A leading organization is seeking a talented Senior Manager, Procurement to oversee and optimize its procurement operations. This dynamic role is responsible for managing the efficient and effective sourcing of goods and services critical to organizational success. The Senior Manager will collaborate across departments, lead contract negotiations, ensure policy compliance, and champion procurement best practices.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Procurement Leadership:</strong> Develop and manage company-wide competitive procurement processes, including RFPs, RFQs, RFSOs, and RFIs.</li><li><strong>Cross-Departmental Collaboration:</strong> Partner with client departments and stakeholders to identify procurement needs, deliver guidance on best practices, and ensure effective cross-functional communication.</li><li><strong>Contract & Vendor Management:</strong> Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, review service level agreements, coordinate vendor presentations, and oversee legal, risk, and technical reviews.</li><li><strong>Compliance & Process Management:</strong> Supervise the procurement system, maintain thorough records, and monitor awards for adherence to policies, procedures, and procurement standards.</li><li><strong>Training & Support:</strong> Deliver training and support to internal teams, reinforcing understanding and consistent application of procurement policies.</li><li><strong>Reporting & Data Management:</strong> Oversee the contract database, prepare monthly compliance reports and dashboards, and draft contracts using established templates.</li><li><strong>Continuous Improvement:</strong> Lead initiatives to enhance procurement processes, introduce automation, and support organizational departments throughout the procurement lifecycle.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Process Indicators & Results Areas:</strong></p><ul><li>Execution and management of bid/tender documentation</li><li>Preparation and review of RFPs and related documentation</li><li>Oversight of procurement compliance, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Vendor Management Specialist to join our team in Markham, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee and optimize our vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with our Vendor Management Framework while supporting contract owners throughout the vendor lifecycle. You will play a pivotal role in developing processes, maintaining vendor records, and fostering efficient procurement practices to drive organizational success.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Ensure compliance with the organization's Vendor Management Framework throughout all vendor-related activities.<br>• Provide guidance and support to contract owners during the vendor lifecycle, including procurement, due diligence, contract management, and performance monitoring.<br>• Develop and enhance tools, processes, and systems to streamline vendor management activities.<br>• Maintain and update the vendor register and inventory, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility.<br>• Assist contract owners in evaluating vendor risks and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.<br>• Facilitate training sessions to improve understanding and application of the Vendor Management Framework.<br>• Generate insights and performance reports to optimize vendor spending and decision-making processes.<br>• Oversee timely contract renewals to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.<br>• Collaborate with business units and subject matter experts to address non-compliance or contract breaches.<br>• Update contract records to reflect vendor offboarding and contract terminations.
<p><strong>The Company</strong></p><p>Our client in downtown Toronto is looking for a Product Design Lead for a 1 year contract. This is an in office position, and the ability to travel to the US may be required.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Position</strong></p><p>The Product Design Lead will shape the design of complex enterprise software solutions that power critical business operations—such as planning, procurement, vendor management, and order management. This is not a typical UX role; it requires a <strong>strategic thinker who can design with depth and context</strong>, balancing user needs with business objectives in a highly data-driven environment. This role is <strong>hands-on</strong>—you’ll lead discovery, synthesize insights, and deliver production-ready designs.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Own the design process for a specific product area, from research through delivery.</li><li>Conduct contextual research to understand user workflows, pain points, and operational constraints.</li><li>Translate complex business and technical requirements into clear user journeys and intuitive UI solutions.</li><li>Collaborate with Product Managers to negotiate scope and problem definitions, ensuring alignment between user needs and business priorities.</li><li>Facilitate workshops and design reviews to drive clarity and alignment across teams.</li><li>Document and communicate design decisions persuasively to stakeholders.</li><li>Experiment with emerging tools, including AI-driven design platforms, to enhance workflows and outcomes. </li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to support a well established client with complex commercial agreements. This role spans the full contract life cycle, from early engagement with sales teams through to project execution. The ideal candidate brings strong resilience, solid problem solving skills, and confidence working in a fast paced, project focused environment.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Oversee the contracting process and ensure commercial risks are identified and managed.</li><li>Advise sales and tendering teams on contract structure and appropriate terms based on service scope and risk.</li><li>Join project kick off meetings and support Project Managers with deliverables, risk management, and contractual obligations.</li><li>Help build and maintain a clear framework for contract administration.</li><li>Lead dispute resolution and claims related activities.</li><li>Manage renewals and closures while capturing lessons learned for future improvements.</li><li>Build and maintain strong client relationships while supporting ongoing and future opportunities.</li><li>Manage client focused contract negotiations and resolve outstanding contractual topics.</li><li>Support commercial handover to operations and ensure the operations team understands key obligations and risks.</li><li>Assist project teams in identifying changes, potential claims, and required notifications throughout the contract period.<strong>Risk and Commercial Management</strong></li><li>Communicate commercial risks to internal stakeholders and ensure they are managed across the full contract life cycle.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will play a key part in managing procurement processes, ensuring compliance with public sector guidelines, and optimizing vendor relationships. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the healthcare industry while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee procurement activities, including purchase orders and non-purchase order items, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Act as the primary point of contact for procurement-related requests and inquiries across the organization.<br>• Review and manage contracts, including auto-renewal agreements, to ensure compliance and alignment with organizational goals.<br>• Implement updates to procurement processes and guidelines to streamline operations.<br>• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to negotiate pricing and secure favourable terms.<br>• Monitor inventory levels and manage materials handling to meet operational demands.<br>• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Excel and ERP systems to track procurement activities and generate reports.<br>• Ensure adherence to public sector procurement standards and regulations.<br>• Support ad-hoc procurement needs and provide timely solutions to organizational challenges.<br>• Work closely with internal teams to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
<p>Senior Director, Marketing and Sales</p><p>Our client, a prominent leader in the insurance and financial planning sector, is seeking a dynamic Senior Director, Marketing and Sales to drive growth and member engagement across Ontario and Atlantic Canada. With a commitment to trusted advisory support, innovative marketing strategies, and a highly collaborative culture, this organization partners with professionals to provide exceptional insurance and retirement planning solutions.</p><p>Position Overview</p><p> As the Senior Director, Marketing and Sales, you will lead a large, high-performing advisory team with a mandate to grow the insurance and retirement planning portfolio. This role is ideal for a strategic sales leader who also embraces thoughtfully integrated marketing initiatives and a passion for building lasting member relationships.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Develop and execute integrated strategies for sales, advisory, and marketing initiatives designed to boost member engagement, drive insurance sales, and strengthen brand loyalty.</li><li>Lead and mentor a team of more than 18 advisors and manage two Directors, fostering operational excellence and a culture of compliance, consistency, and outstanding service.</li><li>Actively participate in key sales conversations, coaching teams, collaborating cross-functionally with product, service, and education teams, and shaping the organization’s narrative and overall member experience.</li><li>Champion alignment between marketing, sales, and advisory support to advance business development, member acquisition, and retention goals.</li></ul><p><br></p>
