Procurement

Our Winchesters team has extensive experience recruiting in both indirect and direct procurement across Canada. Whether you are seeking a role as a Buyer, Procurement Specialist, Contracts Manager, Head of Procurement, or Strategic Sourcing Director, our team can help you  find your next career opportunity!

The Winchesters Team will help you find your next opportunity, whether you are looking to fill permanent, short-term, or project-based positions.

Below are current procurement opportunities available through Winchesters. We also have exciting career opportunities related to finance, tax, and audit, so please check our website regularly for new opportunities! To receive updates on new job postings regularly, follow us on LinkedIn.

Procurement Manager – Claims Procurement

Mississauga, Burlington or Toronto (Hybrid)
$115,000 – $120,000 + bonus + benefits

 

Our large insurance client is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead their non-IT categories.  The biggest and most complicated is the Claims spend, but this is a varied role that will include other categories including Professional Services, Marketing and Facilities, plus others.

 

They are seeking a smart sourcing professional who can advise the business on relevant procurement strategies for their different purchasing requirements.  Someone with an analytical mind, with exceptional communication skills will fit well in this role.

 

As the ideal candidate, you will have experience with Claims procurement.  Ideally you will have some experience in other categories as well, but this is not essential.  Strong stakeholder management skills, a can-do attitude and the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time is a must.

 

In return, you will get to work in a collaborative, flexible environment within a great Procurement team.

 

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 8+ years’ Procurement experience
  • Claims Procurement experience
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • A bachelor’s degree or better

 

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 Procurement Manager
Mid-Town Toronto (Hybrid)
$120,000 – $125,000 (plus bonus + benefits)

This Public Sector organisation is seeking a smart Senior Manager to lead a small team for all their Indirect Procurement.  The largest category is IT, however this is a broad role including Facilities, Construction, Professional Services and Marketing.

The ideal candidate will have some Public Sector experience, however they are looking for a commercial, dynamic manager, someone who will look past just processes and policies, with more of an advisory approach.  Some leadership experience will also be very beneficial, but they will look at a strong individual contributor who is ready to take on a leadership role.

If you are a Procurement Manager looking for your next challenge, this could be the role for you.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 6+ years’ Procurement experience
  • Indirect Procurement experience – Some IT
  • Ideally some Public Sector experience
  • Ideally some management experience
  • Excellent Communication 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 IT Procurement Manager
Mississauga (Hybrid)
$130,000 – $140,000 (plus bonus benefits)

This Financial Services company is seeking a motivated Senior Procurement Manager to drive IT Procurement forward within the organization.  They are seeking a consultative professional who can advise the business on gaining the best value on their software contracts, while also mitigating risk.  They are looking for a dynamic leader, to strategically lead the sourcing categories, while driving the team forward and instilling greater performance and values within the department

As the ideal candidate, you will have a strong IT background with experience of negotiating Software (Enterprise and SaaS) agreements, Cloud contracts and hardware purchases.  You will also have strong leadership experience, with proven examples of delivering change within your department.

If you are an IT Sourcing Professional looking for a new role with a chance to make a difference and advance your career, this could be opportunity for you. 

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 6+ years’ Procurement experience
  • Software Category experience
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Strong management experience

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 Director – Financial Services
Downtown Toronto
$140,000 – $150,000 + Package

This exciting Financial Services organization is recruiting for a Procurement Director to lead their small team of Indirect Procurement Managers. The team is responsible for leading the companies Procurement spend in IT, Facilities, Marketing and Professional Services.  This is a bright, motivated team who needs a strong leader to coach and develop their careers.  Your team’s duties include Strategic Sourcing, Vendor/Contract Management and OSFI Third Party Risk Governance.

As the ideal candidate you will have a strong indirect procurement background, ideally from a Financial Services or similar industry background.  You will have a broad category background.  

This is a strong employer, which offers a positive work environment.  There are opportunities for growth and develop to VP level in the next few years.

If you are looking for a dynamic environment with a growth opportunities to the next level, please apply.  

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 8+ years’ Procurement experience
  • 4 years’ Management experience
  • A strong Indirect Category Background
  • Exceptional communication 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.

 

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.

 

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.

Procurement Consultant
Mississauga, ON (Hybrid)
Up to $100 per hour
Our client is a large multi-national business who are seeking help supporting Indirect Procurement across Marketing, Media, Market Research and Technology. They are based in Mississauga and are seeking an exceptional Procurement contractor to visit their site once or twice a week.
Responsibilities: 
  • Provide advice and guidance across a range of Procurement activities
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to help build scopes of work
  • Lead Sourcing activity from start to finish across a range of categories
  • Review spend data and provide insights and recommendations
If you would like to know more about this role please email your resume to [email protected] .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.