Work Location:
Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Hours:
37.5

Line of Business:
Procurement & Sourcing

Pay Details:
$51,400 - $72,600 CAD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

• Manage sourcing initiatives covering a range of complexity that support TD and business partner needs and objectives as well as help to mitigate risks to the organization.
  
  
  • Responsible for the management and support of all SSG purchasing tools and is a subject matter expert on PO's, e-Auctions and Contract Compliance within the Ariba tool.
  • Responsible for placing PO's, coordinating with vendors, and tracking PO progress and vendor invoicing.
  • Manage issues with RFxs, e-Auctions, Contract Compliance and POs in an efficient and timely manner. Ensure data accuracy within the tools and provide recommendations of ways to operate in more efficient and cost-effective manner.
  • Drive value through early engagement, commercial acumen, market knowledge and understanding of the Ariba tool.
  • Proactively engages with the Strategic Sourcing Functions and Purchasing Team to identify new opportunities to leverage purchasing tools and processes, and/or e-Auction related buying strategies.
  • Ensure effective delivery of Strategic Sourcing Group (SSG) services to business partners.
  • May support the monthly reporting and tracking for departmental KPI's and Savings Targets
  • Ensure data accuracy within the tools and provide recommendations of ways to operate in more efficient and cost-effective manner.
  • Ability to analyze data and provide information to support Strategic Sourcing Group (SSG) buying/ sourcing decisions. Provide detailed analysis and reports on sourcing events to stakeholders.

• Maintain clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, including suppliers and internal teams and provide timely updates on the status of sourcing events and address any queries or concerns.
• Maintain accurate records of all sourcing events and related documentation.
  
  
  • May assist in developing and updating sourcing templates, guides, and documentation.
  • Foster strong collaborative relationships with partners in SSG (TPRM, Category Leads, etc.), the business, and vendor management communities

• Consistently exercise discretion in managing correspondence, information, and all matters of confidentiality; escalate issues where appropriate.
• Be knowledgeable of sourcing practices and procedures within own area of responsibility and keep abreast of emerging trends for own functional area.
• Protect the interests of the organization - identify and manage risks, and escalate non-standard, high-risk activities as necessary.
• Conduct internal and external research projects; support the development / delivery of presentations / communications to management or broader audience.
• Monitor service, productivity and assess efficiency levels within own function and implement continuous process / performance improvements where opportunities exist.
• Acquire and apply sourcing expertise, provide guidance, assistance, and direction to others.
• Identify, recommend, and effectively execute standard practices applicable to the discipline.
• Adhere to internal policies/procedures and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Keep abreast of emerging issues, trends, and evolving regulatory requirements and assess potential impacts.
• Maintain a culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes in alignment with risk appetite.

• Participate fully as a member of the team, support a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation, and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest.
• Support the team by continuously enhancing knowledge / expertise in own area and participate in knowledge transfer within the team and business unit.
• Keep current on emerging trends/ developments and grow knowledge of the business, related tools and techniques.
• Participate in personal performance management and development activities, including cross training within own team.
• Keep others informed and up to date about the status / progress of projects and / or all relevant or useful information related to day-to-day activities.
• Contribute to the success of the team by willingly assisting others in the completion and performance of work activities; provide training, coaching and/or guidance as appropriate.
• Contribute to a fair, positive and equitable environment that supports a diverse workforce.
• Act as a brand ambassador for your business area/function and the bank, both internally and/or externally

• First level professional role with focus on performing functional specialized business services or support within defined parameters as directed.
• Requires basic experience and skills and provides standard reporting and /or analysis as directed.
• Requires basic knowledge of the function and / or the business supported.
• Focuses on developing conceptual knowledge of sourcing / procurement practices and procedures.
• Understands key business and functional drivers and processes in the context of their own work.
• Uses existing established methods and procedures to complete assignments and / or solve problems.
• Generally, works within well-defined parameters under the direction of management and/or senior analysts.
• Generally, reports to Senior / Manager role.

• Post-Secondary Education and / or
• 1+ years of experience

• Post-Secondary education/or equivalent experience
• Experience in the following is considered an asset:
  
  
  • A Purchasing role or demonstrated experience of Strategic Sourcing practices.
  • Work experience on the Ariba tool
  • Experience with e-sourcing tools
  • Experience in building dashboards and reporting
  • Previous Buying or Purchasing experience.

• Demonstrated experience of Strategic Sourcing practices
• Previous experience working in the procure to pay and source to contract process.
• Strong knowledge of buying group functions and customer service
• Strong commercial acumen and business judgment
• Demonstrated stakeholder/relationship management skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast pasted, customer-service focused environment.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
• Excellent working knowledge of office software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• The role would be considered for Mississauga, Ontario-Canada.