Supply Ontario is seeking a Manager, E-Supply Chain Solutions that would be responsible for leading the management and development of transformation initiatives, strategies, programs, projects, and services that support and enable improvement, automation, streamlining and e-enablement of supply chain management processes for Supply Ontario, the Ontario Public Sector (OPS) and all other public sector customers.
You will be accountable to lead enterprise-wide projects to drive efficiencies, value streams, automation, and improvements by utilizing technology to achieve enablement and transformation goals from a supply chain business perspective.
In this role, your key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the development, implementation and evaluation of large-scale change management initiatives that drive change through the development and implementation of technology or other business projects and change management activities that result in high levels of adoption, acceptance, and engagement across OPS and other public sector customers to ensure transformation success.
- Leading the creation and execution of a strategic roadmap to outline the direction of change and transformation initiatives of operational processes and programs which also supports related technology projects outside of the functional area.
- Providing direction to project teams and articulates ideas, goals, processes, resources, culture, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats, and issues. Encouraging participation and models leadership, commitment, innovation, and responsible risk-taking to represent, reward and support the team. Models results-focused, innovative team-building style of situational leadership; develops own staff and provides training and guidance for others. Inspires and motivates colleagues and team members through personal example.
- Frequently reviewing and assessing ongoing and potential transformation initiatives by undertaking research and analysis to prioritize efforts to automate and streamline supply chain processes and programs and ensuring ongoing relevance to Supply Ontario strategies through greater use of technology or business process change. Maintaining awareness and knowledge of public and private sector supply chain management and customer service trends.
- Providing senior leadership for the development, submission and presentation of specific transformation plans that support process streamlining and modernization through the use of technology or process change and prepares resources estimates and presentations for executive decision-making that enable Supply Ontario to meet transformation goals.
- Undertaking analysis to determine changes and projects required supporting enterprise, Supply Ontario change initiatives and leads the development and implementation of innovative projects and initiatives that leverage technology and/or best practices to drive efficiencies and improvements in supply chain and related processes for OPS and other public sector customers.
- Planning and managing projects, assessing the needs, and competing priorities, to ensure goals are achieved within allocated resources and ensuring all activities, policies and procedures comply with Supply Ontario’s corporate and legal requirements.
- Establishing governance structures to coordinate the management of the strategic roadmap including engaging with appropriate internal/external partners and stakeholders to support decision-making and the strategic development and implementation of procurement technology initiatives.
- Providing leadership and advice on real and potential issues affecting procurement modernization and e-enablement, procurement technology and customer service activities.
- Ensuring that briefings notes, and correspondence are prepared appropriately for the executive leadership team to support effective decision-making.
- Managing assigned human resources including budget, recruitment, training, and development opportunities, determining performance standards, managing employee performance, conducting performance reviews, coaching, and mentoring for leadership development within the Department and across the Branch, planning for successions management and handling a broad range of employee and labour relation matters.
- Collaborating with stakeholders to leverage opportunities and practices or to extend opportunities for collaboration on transformation initiatives.
- Partners with other Supply Ontario managers, other central agencies and technology and business partners to ensure alignment of resources and priorities, development of strategies that reflect the priorities and needs of partners and stakeholders to address opportunities and resolve issues that support organizational goals and drive success.
- Developing, fostering, and managing effective relationships and partnerships with clients, partners, and vendors, in and outside of Supply Ontario, to facilitate cooperative approaches to public and business service delivery.
Successful candidates will demonstrate the following:
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in progressively responsible management positions across multiple functions with specific experience in e-enablement of supply chain management processes, including procurement, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
- Experience in e-Supply Chain solutions is highly desirable.
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is a plus.
- Relevant certifications such as CPSM, CIPS, or PMP are an asset.
- Strong understanding of digital supply chain tools and platforms, such as e-procurement systems, Supply chain systems and data analytics tools.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
- Knowledge of leading-edge business theories and practices relate to procurement enablement and related technologies, procurement practices and process in the public and private sectors, service management, customer relationship management, continuous improvement, and quality service to develop and implement innovative solutions in support of procurement modernization.
- Strong negotiating and dispute resolution skills to support change management initiatives and activities and resolve issues/disputes with partners/stakeholders.
- Knowledge of project management methodologies to manage and deliver multiple complex multi-year transformation initiatives including process, policy, information technology and customer service-related projects within deadline.
- Knowledge of change management and continuous improvement concepts processes, innovation, and best practice within public and private sector context to support significant supply chain modernization and transformation activities impacting the OPS and BPS clients.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to provide solutions that meet business area needs.
- Analytical skills to analyze develop and tracking mechanisms and performance measures to report on progress of projects and lead strategic projects.
- Verbal and written communications to lead discussions and make presentations to business areas, succinctly define roadmaps, and communicate complex concepts in ways that can be understood by a variety of audiences.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams) and other internal applications, as required.
Supply Ontario offers a competitive compensation package including benefits and defined benefits pension plan.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please click on the following link APPLY NOW by October 18, 2024.
The selected candidate will be required to reside and work in Ontario.
Candidates are required to provide references and complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.
This job offers the opportunity to work from home as part of a hybrid work arrangement; at the time of posting, this position would require in-office presence 3 days per week, based on current operational requirements.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Supply Ontario values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing employment practices and accommodation that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process including in relation to the materials and processes to be used, please notify Human Resources at Talent Acquisition (CSCO) [email protected].
If you request accommodation, Human Resources will consult with you to provide or arrange for suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account your accommodation needs.