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Director – Third Party Vendor Management 
Downtown Toronto (Hybrid)
$190,000 – $210,000 (plus benefits)

This massive organization based in Downtown Toronto is seeking a charismatic Director to work on all 3rd party vendor issues, contract negotiations and vendor performance.  This is in a project environment where results matter and vendors need to perform. 

The ideal candidate will come from a Procurement, Sourcing, Vendor or Contracts Management background from either the Public or Private Sector.  Stakeholder and Vendor communication is vital, so you must have a strength in building trust and rapport.  You must also be a strong leader, to manage the team working under you.

This large organisation offers great opportunities for growth and development.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 10+ years’ Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Vendor Management or Contract Management experience
  • 4+ years’ Management experience
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Excellent relationship building skills

If you would like to find out more about the role, please email Neil Drew ([email protected]) with your resume. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted. To receive updates on new job postings regularly, follow us on LinkedIn.

 

 Vice President Capital Markets  – Capital Raising
Toronto, ON – downtown hybrid
Competitive compensation made up of base plus bonus

Our client is a growth-oriented, Toronto based real estate investment firm primarily focused on multi-residential development in the Greater Toronto Area.

The VP of Capital Markets is a newly created role and will be an important role in the Company’s platform growth including fund raising, corporate development and product development. This is a broad role with significant responsibility, well suited to an individual with significant fund raising and client management experience, now looking to apply it in a hands-on, entrepreneurial and platform building environment. The company is seeking an individual who can leverage their pre-existing institutional and private client relationships to lead the capital raising initiatives.

With established expertise in capital raising and investment structuring, the incoming VP of Capital Markets will be an instrumental figure in establishing fundraising channels for the various investment mandates being undertaken by our client. The key area that you will be focused on will be HNW and family offices. The company has a great track record with an existing investor pool, but will like this person to join and help grow the investor base.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and current investors, with a focus on HNW and Family Office segments.
  • Maintain technical knowledge of the company’s offerings to provide the best solutions for investors.
  • Clearly communicate the offerings and assist investors with due diligence questions and investor subscription process, where appropriate from a legal and regulatory perspective.
  • Use CRM software to track business development efforts and progress achieved.
  • Assist in marketing efforts such as creating investor presentations, webinars, and educational materials.
  • Assist in structuring and successfully launching new investment mandates for the investors.
  • Establish, maintain, and engage with industry relationships including advisors, lenders, brokers, legal counsel, and accountants.

Qualifications & Experience

  • 7+ years of investment sales experience, with a proven track record in developing and growing Assets Under Management.
  • Intimate understanding of financial products that serve the interests of institutional and high-net-worth investors.
  • Experience in raising capital from family offices, UHNW individuals and HNW families or institutional avenues.
  • A self-starter who can manage individual responsibilities and maintain overall awareness of management priorities.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team setting.

Our client is passionate about investing, community building, and the collective success of the team and their partners. Compensation is highly competitive and commensurate with experience. Please apply now if you are interested. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Global Procurement Manager – Software 
Downtown Toronto (Office Based)
$120,000 – $130,000 (plus bonus benefits)

This massive Canadian Blue Chip company is seeking a dynamic Procurement Manager to work on their IT and Software Category, with a spend of over $1bn across the team.  This is an individual contributor role that requires a strategic, consultative Procurement professional. 

Due to size of the organization, the size and scope of work is second to none.  With their lean, strategic approach, this is an extremely diverse role.  There will also be great opportunities for career development.  

If you are an IT Sourcing Professional looking for a new role with a massive, dynamic company, this could be opportunity for you. 

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 5+ years’ Procurement experience
  • Software Category experience
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Excellent relationship building skills

If you would like to find out more about the role, please email Neil Drew ([email protected]) with your resume. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted. To receive updates on new job postings regularly, follow us on LinkedIn.

Procurement Specialist – Automotive
Newmarket – In office
$75,000 – $85,000 + bonus + benefits

We are recruiting for an exciting Procurement Specialist role for this exciting, dynamic company. This Buyer position is part of a team sourcing multiple components and parts from global vendors for high value Automotive Manufacturing.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Purchasing professional, ideally with an automotive background, but if not, a high-end Engineering background (aerospace etc). You must have a passion for cars. This company is looking for an extremely strong Procurement professional who takes pride in what they do in purchasing the very best parts for the best value, while maintaining excellent vendor relationships to ensure reliable supply.

This is a unique role, which offers a work environment like no other. If you are a manufacturing/engineering Purchasing professional and you love cars, this could be the role for you.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 3+ years of Procurement experience
  • 2+ years’ management experience
  • Ideally SAP experience
  • Excellent communications and negotiation skills

If you would like to find out more about the role, please email Neil Drew ([email protected]) with your resume. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted. To receive updates on new job postings regularly, follow us on LinkedIn.

Senior Manager, Procurement – US
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Hybrid
$115,000 – $155,000 USD Plus Benefits & Package

We are recruiting for a Senior Manager, Procurement role for this Global CPG company.  This individual contributor role leads their complex Media, Digital and Market Research category.  The role will include Strategic Sourcing, Vendor Management, Contract Management and advising internal Marketing and Media Stakeholders on the best procurement approaches and strategies, using a consultative approach. 

This is a niche role that requires a strong indirect Procurement professional who is able to lead a category operationally, strategically and tactically.  The role will include taking control of the category, forming relationships with key vendors and using advanced Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) strategies to provide the best value for the business. 

This is an exciting role that offers a lot of growth and development within this huge, dynamic company.  If you are a motivated, ambitious Procurement Professional with experience in the Marketing, Media, Digital and/or Market Research categories, this could be the role for you.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 5+ years Indirect Procurement experience
  • Ideally Marketing, Media, Agency, Digital and/or Market Research category experience
  • Excellent communications and negotiation skills
  • Excellent relationship building skills – consultative approach

If you would like to find out more about the role, please email Neil Drew ([email protected]) with your resume. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted. To receive updates on new job postings regularly, follow us on LinkedIn.

Procurement Specialist – Software
Toronto – Hybrid
$70,000 – $80,000 

We are recruiting for a Procurement Specialist for this large Global Firm.  This is a great role to get established in IT and Software Procurement for a big Downtown Toronto company. 

The role is focused on day-to-day Procurement activities for the Software agreements, including placing PO’s, running RFP’s and working on SaaS renewals.  This is a brilliant opportunity for a Buyer or Procurement Analyst, looking to take the next step in their career. 

If you have some operational purchasing experience and you are keen to develop your career in Indirect Procurement, this could be a great move for you. 

As the ideal candidate, you will have:

  • 2+ years Procurement experience
  • Some exposure to IT and Software agreements would be an asset
  • Excellent Communications skills

If you would like to find out more about the role, please email Neil Drew ([email protected]) with your resume and cover letter. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted. To receive updates on new job postings regularly, follow us on LinkedIn. For more career opportunities in procurement, please visit Winchesters.ca.

Buyer
North York, ON – Hybrid
$70,000 – $80,000

This large manufacturing company is seeking a Buyer, who they can invest in and develop.  The role is focused on buying raw materials (metals) for production.  You will be working with Engineering and Production daily to ensure they have a constant supply of parts. 

About the Position:

This is a fast-moving dynamic environment which will suit a high energy, motivated individual.  If you have started your Purchasing career and you are seeking your next step to grown and evolve your career, this could be the job for you. 

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 2+ years of Procurement experience
  • Ideally raw materials (metals, castings, plastics)
  • Automotive, Manufacturing or Engineering industry experience
  • Excellent communications and negotiation skills

If you would like to find out more about the role, please email Neil Drew ([email protected]) with your resume. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted. To receive updates on new job postings regularly, follow us on LinkedIn.

SR & ED Tax Advisor
Calgary, Alberta
$80,000 – $120,000 Plus Bonus

Our client is a leading Canadian provider of SR&ED and specialized tax services that has had significant growth and is continuing to expand. They offer a flexible hybrid work model, competitive vacation and benefits plan, and value team harmony, collaboration, and work-life balance as the fundamentals of their success.  

They are actively seeking a SR&ED Tax Advisor to contribute to their expansion. This role involves preparing tax credit claims, guiding clients through audits, and providing essential tax planning advice, and prioritizing strong client relationships for professional development.

If you are interested in new and exciting roles in SR&ED, this opportunity could be right up your alley!

Responsibilities:

  • Engage in informed communication with key stakeholders across diverse client levels, including presidents, chief financial officers, tax managers, engineers, and technology personnel. 
  • Contribute to strategic decision-making through business analysis. 
  • Collaborate with accounting professionals from external firms to ensure seamless coordination of work. 
  • Advocate for clients with tax authorities, acting on their behalf effectively. 
  • Conduct tax research as required. 
  • Coordinate service delivery with technical counterparts. 
  • Assist in business development initiatives. 
  • Establish a reputation as a trusted expert within the field.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 2+ years of experience in Canadian corporate tax. 
  • Background in public or private practice including direct client interactions and overseeing client files. 
  • Service-oriented, analytical, organized, and possesses a strong work ethic. 
  • Capable of managing multiple tasks with changing priorities. 
  • Proficient in English, both written and verbal, including articulate communication of technical financial information to clients and stakeholders. 
  • Familiarity and proficiency with various accounting and tax systems and related software programs. 

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to [email protected]

 

Logistics Manager – Automotive
Richmond Hill, ON, On Site
$75,000-$100,000 Base Salary Plus Bonus & Benefits

We have partnered with a local Automotive leader dedicated to producing high-performance vehicles and components to disrupt the marketplace.

As the Logistics Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing the end-to-end logistics and supply chain operations within our automotive manufacturing process. 

If you are a dynamic Logistics Professional within the Automotive sector, this could be the role for you. 

Key responsibilities:

  • Oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations, ensuring timely and efficient movement of materials, components, and vehicles.
  • Develop and implement logistics strategies to optimize the supply chain, reduce costs, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
  • Manage inventory levels, storage facilities, and distribution networks to minimize lead times and maximize production efficiency.
  • Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement in logistics processes.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 8 years of Supply Chain Logistics experience with a minimum of 3 years in the Automotive sector.
  • Familiarity on ERP systems i.e SAP
  • Strong knowledge of automotive supply chain processes – distribution, warehouse management, shipping and transportation.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • Effective communication and negotiation skills.

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of this team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. Kindly send your resume to [email protected]

 

Procurement Excellence Manager
Downtown Toronto, ON / Central Dallas, TX – Hybrid. Full-Time, Permanent
Competitive Compensation and Benefits

We are working with a top tier Technology firm undergoing massive acquisitions for over 11 billion USD. They have a strong global presence in 30+ countries with aggressive expansion plans.

As the Procurement Excellence Manager, you will be building the transformation road map, leading the vendor management process and coordinating the budget plans. It is an integral role to liaise with and engage internal stakeholders to take part in the Procurement framework.

 If you are a Supply Chain Professional within the Technology sector experienced in Procurement operations and interested in strategic initiatives, this could be the role for you. 

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 5+ years’ Procurement experience
  • Expertise in Source-To-Pay process
  • Experience in Transformation project management
  • Knowledge in risk/ compliance management
  • Global Procurement Operations experience
  • Familiar with ERP systems i.e Oracle/ Coupa
  • Excellent communications and negotiation skills 

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of the team.  Please email resume to [email protected] Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted