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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager in our Procurement, Digital Procurement, and Third Party Risk Management – Financial Services Sector. You will help our Banking, Insurance, and broader financial services clients implement new ideas to achieve desired outcomes through diverse, high-performing teams and quality work.

Responsibilities

• Accompany organizations in the implementation of company-wide transformation programs from initial assessments and strategy development to full implementation.
• Support CPOs in implementing transformations in Procurement as the world becomes digital and consumer needs change.
• Work with clients to develop, deliver, and become a trusted advisor in the next generation of Procurement and third-party risk management.
• Advise clients on digital procurement and third-party risk management transformations to drive top-line and bottom-line improvements.
• Leverage existing and emerging technologies, including GenAI, to deliver transformations.
• Work on mergers and acquisitions, identifying and delivering supplier synergies, and integrating procurement and TPRM teams, processes, and solutions.
• Identify third-party risk management opportunities with an understanding of the regulatory landscape.
• Lead sub work streams in client engagements and work in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality services.
• Support the business in developing EY knowledge and concepts for our practice.
• Actively establish, maintain, and strengthen internal and external relationships.
• Build management consulting and Procurement capabilities.
• Lead pursuits, sales, and client relationship building.
• Lead the design and implementation of strategic procurement and third-party risk management programs for financial services clients.
• Deliver exceptional client service experience while advising on complex process issues.
• Display leadership and business judgment in anticipating client/project needs and developing alternative and innovative solutions.
• Be the direct point of contact for client and team, owning and growing appropriate client relationships.
• Manage project financials, including budget and resource plans.
• Support the development of leading practice Procurement capabilities at EY.
• Create a positive team environment and provide coaching and support for junior staff.
• Support senior management with practice development activities such as recruiting.
• Support the build-out of the Procurement and TPRM Financial Services practice across EY Canada.
• Collaborate across EY service lines to support business development opportunities.
• Develop new solutions and improved ways of working to further EY’s innovation agenda.

Requirements

• A degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent preferred.
• A minimum of 8+ years of relevant consulting or industry experience at the Senior Manager level.
• Experience with improving performance of large-spend organizations with complex, high-volume procurements.
• Subject matter expertise in one or more of Category Management/Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management, Supplier Relationship Management, or Procure 2 Pay processes.
• Demonstrated ability to guide large project teams and stakeholder groups through complex procurement process design and operating model implications.
• Knowledge and experience in areas such as Procurement, Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Spend Analysis, Total Cost of Ownership Analysis, Third Party Risk Management, Cost analysis, modeling and/or optimization, Cost-benefit analysis, business case analysis, Performance metrics and measures development, Benchmarking and gap analysis, Cost reduction or cost efficiency, Mergers and Acquisitions, and Procurement and TPRM technologies (Ariba, Coupa, Icertis).
• Financial services client experience.
• A willingness to travel to meet client needs (when it is safe).

Skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience managing staff on multiple projects and providing direction to team members.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communications skills including oral, written, and presentation.
• A high level of motivation and a self-starting attitude.
• An ability to think outside of the box, and thrive on new challenges.

Location

• Canada

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Senior Manager
• 8+ years

Education Level

• Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent preferred

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage.
• Defined contribution pension plan.
• Great vacation policy plus firm paid days.
• Statutory holidays and paid personal days.
• A range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support physical, financial and social well-being.
• Support, coaching and feedback from engaging colleagues.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress career.
• Freedom and flexibility to handle role.

About the Company

• At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.
• We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.
• Join EY and help to build a better working world.
• EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.
• Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.
• EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions.
• Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

Equal Opportunity

• Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work.
• We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging.
• We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation.
• Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us.
• Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.