Director, Strategic Procurement – IT Sector

Are you driven by strategic optimization, supplier management, and value creation in a constantly evolving technology environment? Do you want to contribute to the purpose of a company whose mission is to ensure its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As Director, Strategic Procurement – IT Sector, you will play a key role in developing and deploying the procurement strategy for the Information Technology sector, maximizing value, managing risk, and supporting business priorities.

This position represents a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully leverage your potential within a caring and trustworthy organization. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that supports collaboration and innovation.

As Director, Strategic Procurement – IT Sector, you will be at the heart of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:

• Lead the procurement strategy for the IT sector and develop consolidation and portfolio optimization strategies to maximize value for iA;

• Provide leadership to business partners to ensure the understanding and application of governance frameworks, as well as rigorous supplier management, particularly for strategic agreements;

• Manage team capacity, priorities, and development in collaboration with stakeholders to meet business objectives;

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners while staying current on IT sector challenges, issues, and priorities;

• Participate in strategic governance committees for key suppliers and support the management of major agreements in collaboration with relevant teams;

• Manage issues, disputes, and complex negotiations with suppliers;

• Contribute to the evolution of procurement and supplier management practices by identifying continuous improvement opportunities;

• Mobilize, coach, and develop team capabilities in line with industry best practices.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a bachelor’s degree in administration, law, or any other relevant field;

• Has 10 years of experience in procurement within the information technology sector or in a similar role;

• Is recognized for strong expertise in contract negotiation and strategic agreement management;

• Stands out for the ability to solve complex problems and deliver results aligned with business objectives;

• Demonstrates mobilizing leadership, strong client orientation, and a high level of rigor in planning and execution;

• Has an advanced level of proficiency in English, as the role requires negotiating contracts, participating in governance committees, and collaborating with English‑speaking suppliers and external partners on a regular basis.

• Fluent in French both oral and written

• A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;

• A healthy, safe, equitable, and inclusive environment where potential can be fully expressed and developed;

• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces.

• Competitive benefits, including flexible group insurance plans, a competitive pension plan, a share purchase plan, vacation and well‑being and personal development days, telemedicine, an employee and family assistance program, an ergonomic furniture program, performance bonuses, discounts on iA products, and more!

At iA, we believe in potential and value the diversity of experiences. If this role inspires you, take a chance and apply — your place may be with us, and we want to get to know you!

iA Financial Group

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

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