Program Lead, Randstad

Randstad

Location:
Canada, Toronto

Category:
IT - Administration

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Not provided

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Job Description:

Our client seeks an experienced Program Lead to oversee and enhance the Technology Services Division’s Contract Management framework. Reporting to the Director of Contracts, the successful candidate will be responsible for driving strategic sourcing initiatives, portfolio governance, contract lifecycle planning, and the evolution of reporting capabilities across technology categories such as software, infrastructure, and professional services.

Job Responsibility:

Develop, manage and lead Technology Service’s Contract Management framework, including evolving current contract portfolio investment and renewal strategies, divisional portfolio management, and establishing key vertical programs across key areas such as software, infrastructure and professional services
Develop an approach to establish governance across the division to drive key objectives around strategic sourcing acquisition, contract lifecycle management and setting goals and objectives to maximize value and efficiency across the portfolio
Serve as a key contributor in evolving current practices around contracts with key stakeholders (Procurement, legal, etc) and establishing a robust set of contract management tools, including centralized reporting and modelling portfolio governance
Play a key role in the success of the strategic sourcing management goals of Technology Services and implement action items to ensure that those goals are achieved
Demonstrate strong IT contract expertise, judgment, integrity, financial acumen and project management skills

Requirements:

6-8 years of experience in procurement and sourcing, including leadership in the successful execution of large technology contracts
Strong program management skills with the ability to launch initiatives requiring cross-functional involvement and stakeholder buy-in
Knowledge of procurement and contracting principles and practical experience of procurement processes, methods, practices and contract administration in the Canadian government sector and/or private sector
Directly related work experience in the procurement and administration of technology goods and services, including Statements of Work

Nice to have:

Knowledge of souring management practices
Experience in negotiating complex contracts/agreements
Vendor management skills
Demonstrated expertise within key areas, such as IT services (professional services/labor), IT infrastructure, IT and enterprise applications, and/or indirect spend

What we offer:

Lead transformation within a high-profile Technology Services Division
Hybrid work model at a central downtown Toronto location
Strategic and high-impact role in contract portfolio optimization
Collaborate with senior leaders across legal, finance, procurement, and technology functions
Opportunity to modernize and streamline contract processes and reporting

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 29, 2025

Expiration:
May 25, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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