Hybrid Manager, Strategic Sourcing

at KUBRA

• Job title: Manager, Strategic Sourcing
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Oracle, ServiceNow
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Mississauga, Canada

About the role

• Manager of Strategic Sourcing at KUBRA optimizing procurement processes and vendor relationships. Leading initiatives in a growing company delivering customer communication solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research, identifying and qualifying vendors, negotiating contracts, and managing vendor performance.
• Maintain the accuracy of all the tools and processes used in Vendor Management such as Linksquares, Oracle and ServiceNow.
• Conduct spend and deal analytics to facilitate technology negotiation processes during initial procurement and subsequent renewals, offering comprehensive insights into our expenditure.
• Work closely with our parent company and their sourcing team along with internal stakeholders to understand their needs, align sourcing objectives, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Strategic Sourcing or related Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Advanced degree (MBA) or relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPIM) is a plus.
• 8 to 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management with preference towards IT procurement
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful sourcing strategies in a medium to large-scale organization
• Experience in managing supplier relationships and conducting complex negotiations
• Proven track record of delivering sourcing savings and value creation
• Strong proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and MS Excel for analysis and financial modeling.
• In-depth knowledge of sourcing and procurement best practices, including experience leading RFIs/RFPs, vendor negotiations, and contracting.

Benefits

• Earn **annual performance-based bonuses** recognizing your contributions
• Enjoy **generous benefit coverage with low premiums**, plus a **Healthcare Spending Account** and **Wellness Spending Account**
• Invest in your future with **RRSP matching**
• Take time to recharge with **paid vacation and sick days**, and enjoy a **paid day off for your birthday**
• Make a difference with **two paid volunteer days** to support causes you care about
• Keep learning with **free access to LinkedIn Learning** and our **education reimbursement program** for continued development
• Feel appreciated through our **employee recognition programs**
• Support your mental health with a **free premium Headspace membership**
• Stay refreshed with **unlimited access to fully stocked beverage stations**
• Save more with exclusive **Perkopolis retail discounts**