Director, Procurement

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

The Director, Procurement leads sourcing strategies and optimization of sourcing and procurement processes, systems, and tools across the region. Leads up to $800M+ in direct and indirect goods and services spend portfolio across all sourcing categories (e.g., Laboratory / Operating Supplies and Services, Technology, Travel, Fleet, Professional Services, Field Equipment, Logistics, Real Estate and Facilities) within a large, complex, dynamic, and regulated matrix organization.

• Establishes and maintains regional business partner relationships with key stakeholders to ensure deep understanding of needs and strategies to deliver sustainable and profitable P&L efficiencies.
• Supports the development of regional category SME’s and drives supply chain and category management strategies. Serves as an active member of a regional Procurement Leadership Team to drive strategy and deploy sourcing and procurement initiatives, while adhering to internal standards, policies and procedures.
• Identifies and leads initiatives that promote the maturity of the Procurement and Vendor Management functions
• Develops and advances reporting, governance, knowledge management, and communication across the business.
• Ensures effective risk management and control of the supply base through robust contracts and monitoring of financials SLAs and KPIs and through compliance of corporate policies, systems and controls.
• Recommends, designs, and implements sourcing and procurement best practices and policies.
• Supports the deployment of best-in-class supplier performance and relationship management programs.
• Leads the management and rationalization of extensive number of suppliers to optimize the regional supply base and performs other duties as assigned.
• Provides leadership to cross-functional business partners to maximize and continuously improve “total cost of ownership” for indirect goods and services.
• Ensures compliance with policies, systems, and controls. Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures, and performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, or Finance, or in a related discipline,
• 10+ years of experience in procurement management experience
• 5+ years of experience of supervising employees

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or Business Administration (MBA) in combination with experience listed above

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) designation

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Language Skills – English (Advanced) – Required
• Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills
• Technology savvy and well-versed in financial analytics
• Advanced proficiency in GEP eSourcing tool (or other eSourcing tool) and Oracle E-Business Suite
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and negotiation skills
• Customer / client focus mindset
• Ability to comprehend and interpret financial and regulatory information
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Ability to effectively present and discuss confidential information and respond to questions from leadership
• Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence, and executive presence, ability to motivate staff
• Proven ability to develop and implement policies, projects, processes, systems, and controls across a large, complex, dynamic, and regulated matrix organization
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and initiatives simultaneously
• Ability to build trust and drive team effectiveness
• Ability to exercise influence, diplomatically, and have a positive impact inside and outside of the organization
• Possess the qualities of self-motivation and results-orientation
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills

Computer Skills

• Microsoft (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project)

Travel

• Occasional travel required (5%-33%)

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $130,000 – $140,000 CAD annually. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health: 80% coverage Health, Dental and Vision 
• Wealth: In addition to base pay, you are eligible for the RRSP Program
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off

Position anticipated to close July 1, 2026.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada