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Sun Life Financial, Inc.

Lead - Procurement

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You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description:

Job Description for Global Procurement Lead

Key Skills:

Analytical Skills, •Contract Management, •Supplier Relationship Management, •Cost optimization, •Budget & Forecasting • Invoice Processing, •Payable Management, •Inventory Management, •Bidding Management, •Quality Management, •Purchase Order Management, Techno -Procurement, Catalogue Management, Catalogue and non -Catalogue Purchase, Guided buying, PR and PO process understanding.

• Execute vendor creations or modifications,

• Reporting activities to support planned procurement and business operation,

System expertise:

  • Knowledge of SAP (S2P Module, contract Management, S4 Hana)
  • MS Office (word, excel, power point)
  • Docu-sign

Role summary: Procurement Lead

The Procurement Lead will have accountability to purchase services and goods to support the Sun Life’s business across the enterprise.

What will you do?

  • Procure services and goods for Sun Life from trusted vendors
  • Raise error-free Purchase Requisition in SAP Ariba per business requirement, vendor contract and Finance requirement.
  • Maintain and manage Purchase Orders by collaborating with business.
  • Troubleshoot invoice issues with business and Accounts Payable team to ensure invoices are paid on time.
  • Provide constant, clear, and timely updates to internal customers and support supplier onboarding process
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
  • Lead, mentor, and train the procurement team to ensure high performance and professional growth.
  • Analyze procurement data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement and provide regular reports to senior management.
  • Ensure all procurement activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements, as well as internal policies
  • Work closely with other departments to ensure procurement aligns with organizational goals and objectives.
  • This is an the individual contributor role wherein person had to contribute majorly on the transaction level

What you need to succeed:

  • University degree
  • 5+ year experience working as Purchasing Assistant or Purchasing Coordinator
  • Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g. SAP Ariba, Oracle, Coupa); knowledge in SAP Ariba is a plus
  • Strong attention to details
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Positive and professional demeanor

Preferred skills:

  • Knowledge of procurement processes
  • Ability to act independently and support business partners through issue resolution process with suppliers.
  • Excellent interpersonal and social skills
  • Good MS Office skills

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 7+ years of Experience with PR and PO process, vendor contracts and an understanding of third-party risk management, catalogue Management, etc.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Word). Prior Salesforce experience preferred, but not required.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Establishes good rapport with internal clients and external vendors to ensure good working relationships.
  • Demonstrated analytical skills, including aptitude towards problem identification, resolution, and comprehension.
  • Ability to manage work to fixed deadlines, and transparently and concisely report on work progress.

Job Category:

Office Administration

Posting End Date:

13/02/2025

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