Team Lead, Sourcing & Supplier Value Office

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Team Lead, Sourcing & Supplier Value Office

Finance

Edmonton, Alberta

Full-Time Permanent

Use your skills and knowledge to make a difference in millions of lives.  We are a team that cares. With more than  2,000 people, each with unique skills, expertise and perspective, we work together every day to help minimize the impact of workplace injuries and illnesses on Alberta workers and employers.   You can be part of a team connected by a shared purpose and value.

People are the heart of everything we do. WCB-Alberta provides protection for more than two million workers and 170,000 Alberta employers. Our employees make a positive impact on the lives of injured workers and businesses throughout the province.

Be part of a tight-knit team that does important work.

You’ll work with supportive leaders and skilled professionals in a caring and collaborative environment. Combine your strong analytical skills and your ability to communicate effectively across all levels of staff, management and external partners. When matched with your strong client focus you will be a part of influencing and managing change effectively in this role.

You will use your skills to transform sourcing into a strategic force. By engaging early, thinking ahead and creatively solving problems, you will reduce risk, improve outcomes and deliver measurable value.

As Team Lead for the Sourcing & Supplier Value Office, you will be responsible for leading strategic sourcing initiatives and delivering measurable value. Your role will involve developing tactical plans, partnering with the business and advising on sourcing practices. You will manage complex sourcing projects, resolve vendor issues and ensure continuous improvement and process innovation.

Your responsibilities:

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and deliver measurable value.
• Develop tactical plans and scorecards to support corporate objectives.
• Partner with the business to develop long-range plans and advise on sourcing practices.
• Manage complex sourcing projects and resolve vendor issues.
• Ensure continuous improvement and process innovation.
• Develop short- and long-term plans, anticipate contingency needs, and align team goals with organizational objectives.
• Manage vendor performance and contract negotiation to reduce legal and financial risks.
• Monitor performance, quality assurance, productivity, and customer service standards.

Your experience and skills:

• Comprehensive knowledge of competitive bidding laws, trade agreements and procurement practices.
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to manage complexity and solve problems creatively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in vendor performance management and contract negotiation.

What we offer:

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, flexible schedules and hybrid work opportunities that foster a healthy work-life balance. Take the next step in your career and help change lives. For more information, please see our Employee Handbook, available on our website.

Salary:              $98,323.00 to $122,867.00 (Pay Grade 13)

Final candidates for this position are required to undergo a security clearance (and credit check) as a condition of employment. Successful candidate must reside in Alberta and be able to work in person from our Edmonton downtown office as may be required.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons, without regard to race, colour, religion or national origin, gender (or gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability.  Equal opportunity is provided in employment, promotions and wages.

Closing Date:  July 14, 2025