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Sr. Director, Sourcing - Non-Trade Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the countrys largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well. At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. Overview The Senior Director of Non-Trade Sourcing will lead the strategic development and execution of sourcing strategies across a significant portion of the broader non-trade (indirect) sourcing portfolio, alongside business unit leads. Non-Trade Sourcing is a ~ $6B portfolio, with over 3000 contracts executed annually, including but not limited to corporate services, marketing, technology, supply chain, global sourcing, real estate, retail scheduled services, human resources, and professional services. This role is critical in driving cost optimization, supplier performance, risk management, and innovation across the enterprise. Qualifications Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree is an asset. 1015+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with a focus on indirect/non-trade categories. 5+ years of leadership experience managing sourcing teams and large-scale initiatives. Proven success in developing and implementing enterprise-wide sourcing strategies. Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills. Experience working in a national or matrixed organization. Proficiency with sourcing/procurement tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Fieldglass, Jagger) and data analysis platforms. Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Partner with the General Manager of Non-Trade to develop and execute enterprise-wide non-trade sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives. Drive category management excellence across indirect spend areas, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with market trends to meet stakeholder needs. Team Management & Development: Lead, mentor, and grow a team of sourcing professionals to deliver high-impact results. Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous learning. Business Unit Support & Stakeholder Engagement: Engage business unit stakeholders to identify opportunities to improve total cost of ownership, provide market insights, and address supplier performance and process issues. Collaborate with Privacy, Finance, Legal, IT, HR, Compliance, Marketing, Sustainability & Social Impact, etc. to understand business needs and ensure sourcing strategies deliver value beyond cost savings. Serve as a trusted advisor to business unit leads on sourcing-related decisions and facilitate stakeholder workshops as needed. Supplier Relationship, Negotiation & Risk Management: Lead complex contract negotiations, manage multiple stakeholders and influence decision making to minimize enterprise risk. Implement the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) process, leveraging reports and forums to deliver key priorities. Identify and mitigate supplier risks, ensure policy compliance, and support business unit needs. Monitor supplier markets and identify opportunities from new product offerings and market shifts. Financial Performance: Drive cost reduction and value creation initiatives, achieve annual cost-saving targets, and track, report, and communicate sourcing performance metrics while maintaining or improving service levels. Governance & Compliance: Ensure adherence to sourcing policies, procurement best practices, and regulatory requirements. Champion the use of technology and data analytics in procurement processes (e.g., spend analysis, e-sourcing tools). Additional Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business. Our CORE Values Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence guide decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer progressive careers, training, flexibility, and competitive benefits. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of application and employment. Please Note : Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr