Program purchasing Manager H/F

Clio is the global leader in legal AI technology empowering legal professionals and law firms of every size to work smarter faster and more securely.

We are transforming the legal experience for all by bettering the lives of legal professionals while increasing access to justice .

The Procurement Program Manager drives operational excellence across the Clios global procurement ecosystem. This role leads cross-functional initiatives that enhance procurement strategy compliance spend visibility and process automation. Partnering with Finance Legal IT and business units the Program Manager builds scalable frameworks leverages analytics and implements technology solutions that optimize supplier management and reduce risk. We are looking for someone to join our IT team out of one of our hub locations ( Burnaby Calgary or Toronto ). All hub-based Clions are expected to be in the office for a minimum of twice per week on one of our Anchor Days. Occasional travel to partner or supplier sites as required.

Data Reporting & Analytics (30%)
Develop real-time procurement dashboards and KPIs that monitor procurement cycle times contract spend renewals supplier performance and cost savings.
Leverage data to identify opportunities for automation efficiency and cost optimization.
Establish benchmarking frameworks to measure procurement maturity and value creation.

Process Improvement & Technology Implementation (30%)
Lead continuous improvement projects to streamline procurement workflows and enhance the user experience.
Implement and optimize procurement technologies (e.g. Coupa SAP Ariba Oracle Workday).
Partner with Finance Systems teams to manage system integration activities including overseeing API development and testing with ERP and finance platforms.
Partner with IT and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure seamless data flow and system interoperability.
Procurement Governance & Policy Optimization (20%)
Design and manage procurement governance frameworks ensuring alignment with business strategy financial controls and compliance standards.
Partner with Legal Risk and Finance to maintain policies and procedures that balance agility with regulatory and audit requirements.
Deliver internal training and change management to drive adoption of procurement best practices.

Strategic Planning Budgeting & Forecasting (15%)
Oversee budget development forecasting and performance reporting for Procurement Operations.
Provide mentorship and direction to project teams and analysts.
Build strong partnerships across Finance Legal IT and Operations to achieve shared objectives.
6 years of experience in procurement sourcing operations or program management within the tech SaaS or high-growth corporate environment.

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Finance Supply Chain Management or related field.
• MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
• Proven track record of leading enterprise-wide process improvements governance frameworks and technology implementations.
• Strong understanding of procurement systems data analytics and supplier management.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Advanced Excel and Power BI/Tableau skills; Coupa SAP Ariba Workday Oracle).
• Strong influencing communication and stakeholder-management capabilities.
• Project management experience (PMP Agile or Lean Six Sigma certification an asset).

We have developed a series of programs and processes to ensure we are creating fair and competitive pay practices that form the foundation of our human and high-performing culture.

Competitive equitable salary with top-tier health benefits dental and vision insurance

• Hybrid work environment with expectation for local Clions (Vancouver Calgary Toronto Dublin and Sydney) to be in office minimum twice per week.
• Flexible time off policy with an encouraged 20 days off per year.
• $The top portion of the salary band is reserved for employees who demonstrate sustained high performance and impact at Clio. Diversity Inclusion Belonging and Equity (DIBE) & Accessibility

We are dedicated to diversity equity and inclusion. We pride ourselves in building and fostering an environment where our teams feel included valued and enabled to do the best work of their careers wherever they choose to log in from. Learn more about our culture at a Human and High Performing AI company meaning we use artificial intelligence to improve all of our recruitment AI helps us streamline the process for greater efficiency.