Lead, Global Procurement and Category Management

Job Type:  Permanent  
Work Model:  Remote  
Reference code: 133950
Primary Location:  Toronto, ON
All Available Locations:  Toronto, ON

 

Our Purpose

 

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By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

• Have many careers in one Firm.
• Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness.
• Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching

Deloitte Global is the engine of the Deloitte network. Our professionals reach across disciplines and borders to develop and lead global initiatives. We deliver strategic programs and services that unite our organization.

Work you'll do

The Talent Category Procurement Specialist Lead supports the execution of sourcing and category management activities across Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, Global Mobility, and Benefits. This role collaborates with internal stakeholders to help advance category strategies and sourcing initiatives that align with business priorities and deliver value to the firm. In this role, you will contribute to strategic sourcing activities, support supplier engagement, and help identify opportunities to improve total cost of ownership, operational efficiency, and overall value realization. You will also support risk management, procurement planning, and negotiation activities to help achieve business objectives and favorable supplier outcomes.

 

Success in this role requires strong collaboration, sound business judgment, and the ability to work effectively across stakeholders, priorities, and timelines. The Specialist Lead will be expected to contribute to value delivery, process improvement, and stakeholder satisfaction through consistent, high-quality execution. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-oriented professional who excels at building relationships, supporting strategic initiatives, and delivering practical procurement solutions.

 

The Talent Category Procurement Specialist Lead contributes to Talent category initiatives across North America, including talent acquisition, talent development, employee benefits, employee mobility, and talent-related technologies.

What will your typical day look like?

Key Responsibilities:

 

Trusted Advisor:

• Serve as a procurement advisor by consulting and advising internal customers on critical procurement initiatives.
• Establish strong, trust-based relationships with internal customers, serving as the primary procurement liaison to ensure alignment with business priorities.
• Strategic Collaboration:
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, aligning on sourcing/procurement project objectives, developing key deliverables, and implementing changes.
• Coordinate with internal departments to anticipate needs and specifications, ensuring procurement activities are synchronized with broader goals.
• Market Insight and Value Creation:
• Conduct and analyze market research to identify potential vendors and suppliers.
• Perform regular assessments and conduct internal and external analysis to identify new opportunities to add value.
• Create insights related to the client’s strategic and financial objectives through structured data analyses.

 

Strategy Development:

• Support the development of master category strategies and negotiation strategies to guide procurement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure strategies align with business objectives and deliver maximum value.
• Strategic Sourcing and Negotiation:
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives (RFI/RFP) and negotiate high-value contracts to optimize procurement outcomes.
• Perform in-depth spend analysis and trend evaluation, identifying consolidation opportunities to leverage enterprise-wide buying power.

 

Performance Management:

• Establish, track, and report on procurement performance metrics, using data-driven insights to evaluate outcomes and identify areas for improvement.
• Identify opportunities to improve vendor efficiency and delivery outcomes.
• Supplier Management:
• Maintain and optimize the Approved Vendor List (AVL) for contingent workforce hiring.
• Support supplier relationships to ensure contract compliance and resolve issues effectively.
• Serve as a trusted advisor through persuasive communication, managing the presentation of final project deliverables.

 

Process Optimization:

• Drive the identification and implementation of procurement best practices to deliver measurable value.

About the team

Global CoRe is a shared service within Deloitte Global, providing fundamental services to Deloitte People around the world: Knowledge Services, Creative Services, Contact Center, Procurement and Strategic Insights Center. We deliver essential capabilities that save time, convey insights, minimize risk, enhance client service delivery, solve problems, and contribute to Deloitte’s success.

 

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

• At least 3 years of procurement experience with exposure to talent acquisition, talent development and other talent-related categories.
• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent).
• Experience in strategic sourcing execution and negotiation strategy development.
• Project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate coordination between legal and business stakeholders for contract completion.
• Proficiency in agreement and contract templates.
• Experience working independently and in virtual environments.
• Familiarity with ServiceNow, Microsoft Teams/Office Suite, and iCertis

Total Rewards

The salary range for this position is $69,000 - $114,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver.

Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization. On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include: $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits, a $1,300 flexible benefit spending account, firm-wide closures known as "Deloitte Days", dedicated days of for learning (known as Development and Innovation Days), flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure.

 

Our promise to our people: Deloitte is where potential comes to life.

 

Be yourself, and more.

We are a group of talented people who want to learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to advance.

You shape how we make impact.

Diverse perspectives and life experiences make us better. Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, we want you to feel like you belong here. We provide flexible working options to support you and how you can contribute.

Be the leader you want to be

Some guide teams, some change culture, some build essential expertise. We offer opportunities and experiences that support your continuing growth as a leader.

Have as many careers as you want.

We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles – and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.

The next step is yours

 

At Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively – that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our AccessAbility Action Plan ,  Reconciliation Action Plan and the  BlackNorth Initiative .

 

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When you apply, we will review your application using Deloitte's Global Talent Standards to ensure a consistent recruitment experience. Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

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