Procurement Manager

About the role

As part of Manulife's procurement transformation journey, the Procurement Manager will elevate capability, streamline operations, and drive strategic value creation across the organization. This senior position leads high‑impact sourcing strategies, digital transformation, and AI‑enabled process optimisation to meet evolving business priorities.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute category‑specific sourcing strategies that align with corporate goals.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers, ensuring optimal terms, cost savings, and risk mitigation.
• Drive digital adoption, including data‑analytics tools and AI insights, to improve procurement efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate procurement activities with broader business processes.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Strategic thinker capable of linking procurement strategy with overall business objectives.
• Strong business acumen with deep understanding of cost structures and supplier economics.
• Advanced negotiation and influencing skills, comfortable engaging senior stakeholders.
• Data‑driven mindset, proficient in leveraging analytics and digital tools for decision‑making.

Required skills

• Procurement Management
• Procurement Strategy Planning
• Sourcing Strategies
• Negotiation Skills
• Data Analytics (general)

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead a transformational procurement function within a leading financial services firm.
• Access to cutting‑edge digital tools and AI technologies.
• Competitive compensation package.