Manager, Responsible Procurement and Supplier Inclusion
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About the Role
Scotiabank is seeking a Manager for Responsible Procurement and Supplier Inclusion to drive sustainable procurement strategies and manage the Global Supplier Inclusion program. The role involves developing governance, training, and embedding sustainability across procurement.
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Responsibilities
- Support the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Procurement’s internal and external sustainable procurement capabilities
- Support governance, training, coordination, and enhancement of sustainability policies, procedures, and standards across the Procurement function
- Lead and manage the Bank’s Global Supplier Inclusion program
- Design and implement supplier inclusion frameworks that support corporate sustainability and inclusion mandates
- Partner with Procurement teams and business units to identify and remove barriers in the procurement process
- Build and maintain relationships with certified diverse and Indigenous businesses, certification councils, industry peers, and external organizations
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to embed supplier sustainability strategies across sourcing, contracting, supplier relationship management, and reporting activities
- Identify opportunities to integrate sustainable procurement practices across the enterprise
- Stay informed of sustainable procurement best practices, emerging trends, and market developments
- Prepare and present Procurement strategies, initiatives, and project updates using synthesis, data visualization, and storytelling
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in sustainability management, or related field; Master’s degree preferred
- 5+ years’ previous experience in sustainable procurement and supplier inclusion within financial services, or procurement related field
- Ability to speak Spanish fluently (asset)
- Advanced experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
- Demonstrated experience within Sustainable Procurement and Supplier Diversity/Inclusion
- Detailed understanding of environmental impacts in a supply chain
- Knowledge of and experience with material environmental, social and governance factors
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Experience in project management with senior level stakeholders
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The role
- Part of a dynamic team within the Procurement group that contributes to the overall success of the Procurement function globally.
- The Manager reports to the Senior Manager, Procurement Engagement and Governance and works with multiple stakeholders across the Bank.
- The Manager will support in the development, governance, and management of the sustainable procurement standards/practices internally and externally.
- The role is to serve as program manager on various initiatives to advance progress on Scotiabank’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities.
Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:
- Champion a customer focused culture that deepens client relationships and leverages broader Bank relationships, systems, and knowledge.
- Support the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Procurement’s internal and external sustainable procurement capabilities.
- Support governance, training, coordination, and enhancement of sustainability policies, procedures, and standards across the Procurement function.
- Lead and manage the Bank’s Global Supplier Inclusion program.
- Design and implement supplier inclusion frameworks that support corporate sustainability and inclusion mandates and commitments.
- Partner with Procurement teams and business units to identify and remove barriers in the procurement process.
- Build and maintain relationships with certified diverse and Indigenous businesses, certification councils, industry peers, and external organizations.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to embed supplier sustainability strategies across sourcing, contracting, supplier relationship management, and reporting activities.
- Identify opportunities to integrate sustainable procurement practices across the enterprise.
- Stay informed of sustainable procurement best practices, emerging trends, and market developments through internal and external networks.
- Support a ONE Procurement culture through clear communication, process standardization, and stakeholder engagement.
- Prepare and present Procurement strategies, initiatives, and project updates using synthesis, data visualization, and storytelling.
Do you have what it takes to succeed in this role?
- Bachelor’s degree in sustainability management, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 5+ years’ previous experience in sustainable procurement and supplier inclusion within financial services, or procurement related field.
- Ability to speak Spanish fluently (asset).
- Advanced experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
- Demonstrated experience within Sustainable Procurement and Supplier Diversity/Inclusion.
- Detailed understanding of environmental impacts in a supply chain.
- Knowledge of and experience with material environmental, social and governance factors.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate with senior management.
- Proven ability to balance multiple priorities, adapt to constantly changing business environment, work independently, drive projects to completion, and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment.
- Experience in project management, with demonstrated accountability and experience with senior level stakeholders.
What’s in it for you?
- A competitive rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal and sick days, and comprehensive benefits that start on your first day.
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship.
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