Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.
Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.
Pay at Intact is about much more than just salary.
Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model
Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year
Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and much more
Share plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or even more (ask how you could earn guaranteed income for life)
Salary range (but not limited to):
74,800 - 91,400Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance):
7.5%As part of our commitment to Win As A Team, we share our success with employees through our annual bonus plan and Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – with Intact matching 50% of your net shares.
Our pension offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers. We are one of the few companies offering the opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life via our defined benefit pension plan.
Salary for the candidate will be determined taking into consideration a number of factors including: experience, skills, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, internal equity, etc. The salary range presented above is based on a 35-hour workweek and would represent a majority of different candidate profiles. However, we encourage candidates who may fall outside of this range to apply as well.
About the role
We’re looking for a Procurement Advisor to join our growing team!
Join our team of IT Procurement Professionals, where you'll play an instrumental role in driving business growth within a culture that champions collaboration, innovation, and commitment to making a meaningful impact on customers, employees, and communities. Leverage your sourcing, strategic thinking and business skills to expertly manage the contract lifecycle, cultivate strong cross-functional partnerships across diverse functions and locations, and enhance both personal and shareholder value.
What you’ll do here:
- Oversee a portfolio of business and technology team contracts with a focus on expanding the IT footprint / capabilities both in Canada and globally.
- Utilize a risk-based approach and market analysis to evaluate the relevant business, security, and legal requirements for each vendor relationship, and engage in negotiations to address needs and mitigate identified risks.
- Oversee and manage the contract lifecycle (new, renewal, perpetual, etc.) to ensure compliance with corporate policies and governance, while leveraging expertise from cross-functional stakeholders
- Assess the contractual hierarchy framework, draft minor amendments using pre-approved legal templates, and administer contracts throughout their lifecycle.
- Identify and escalate risks related to contracts and Third-Party Vendors, aligning with business needs and enhancing shareholder value.
- Cultivate cross-functional relationships and networks with suppliers, business partners, colleagues, and leaders across different functions, divisions, and geographic locations.
- Contribute to the execution of procurement continuous improvement initiatives.
Who you are:
- Strategic Thinker – You are not afraid to challenge the status quo, balancing assertiveness, tact, business acumen, and diplomacy.
- Fast learner – You thrive in a customer-centric, dynamic, and ever-evolving environment.
- Design and business acumen – You comprehend business requirements beyond what is written and understand how your technical contributions will impact business processes.
- Along with an in-depth understanding of the contractual framework, you have a broad knowledge of technology use from an operational standpoint.
- You exhibit an entrepreneurial spirit that establishes credibility, and fosters repeat business for Procurement.
What you bring to the table:
- Post secondary education in Business Administration, Finance, professional designation such as CPP (an asset), or related field .
- Experience managing multiple contract lifecycles simultaneously, with a proven track record of delivering value.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and analytical skills in critical thinking, decision-making, problem solving, and attention to detail.
- Be a team player.
- Proven experience at managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Comprehensive understanding of strategic sourcing principles and the capability to leverage this knowledge to implement projects and enhance strategies.
- Must be able to adapt quickly to a changing environment and remain informed about the latest contracting practices regarding privacy, data protection, and market trends.
- Must possess a personable, effective, and confident manner, with the ability to influence a diverse group of stakeholders.
- For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues and external vendors across the country.
- No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.
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We are an equal opportunity employer
At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.
We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.
We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.
If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.
Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.
Please note that Intact does not provide sponsorship or other support for immigration-related matters including but not limited to employer-specific closed work permits. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada from the anticipated start date and throughout their employment and are solely responsible for maintaining their work eligibility.
If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.
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