• Job Description

  Req#: 169106

  Job Requisition Id: 169106
  Business Function: Sourcing Management
  Primary City: Ottawa
  Province: Ontario
  Employment Type: Full-Time
  Employment Status: Term- This is a term opportunity with the possibility of extension or permanency.
  Language Requirement: English Essential
  Employee Class and Level: CPMGA02
  Number of Vacancies 1
  Job Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/27/2023

  All qualified candidates will be considered however preference will be given to Indigenous people (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) or persons with a disability. This is a special measure employment equity initiative and candidates from this group who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify.

  Job Description

  The Manager, Procurement-to-Pay Support, is responsible for the management and oversight of the Procurement-to-Pay Support function within Sourcing Management. This includes leading a small team focused on ensuring that all system and operational requirements of various end-to-end procurement-to-pay process are met for the approximately $3 Billion in annual vendor payments as well as the design, development, implementation, and integration of all related systems.

  Job Responsibilities

  Below are the main job requirements and responsibilities for the Manager, Procurement-to-Pay Support:

  • Leads and manages a team in delivering business cases for new projects and the implementation of various procurement-to-pay system assessments, system enhancement/ development projects, including component profiles, system design, acceptance testing and implementation. Follows standard project management methodology to ensure high quality performance and standards.

  • Leads and manages the design and integration of new procurement-to-pay business processes or enhancements. As an SAP and systems module expert, identifies continuous improvement opportunities, and identifies and analyzes business risks and opportunities to support recommendations for process changes impacting various end-to-end procurement-to-pay processes.

  • Applies sound financial/accounting practices and leading procurement transaction processing and analysis methodology for various procurement-to-pay systems and processes. Provides expert interpretation and guidance on the functionality and integration points of the various system modules, for example, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Material Management (MM), Finance (FI), Controlling (CO), Human Resources (HR) and Travel Manager modules.

  • Supports and provides oversight in the review of SAP systems security and controls by conducting SAP segregation duties as part of the controls review process of various roles and transactions provided to employee. Develops and reviews business requirements documents and processes to ensure that the management and system controls are appropriate and that procurement-to-pay business processes are in compliance with corporate policies and practices of the function.

  Job Responsibilities (continued)

  • Manages a small operational team (up to 5 people) for various processes such as: Vendor Master (create, maintain, approve), Travel Module (trouble shooting), eProcurement eCatalogue, SAP SRM (training users, cancellations, reversals, unlocking purchase orders, workflow, monitoring), Procurement Material Management, P-Card, SAP security for the function and general IT Support (pulse ticket review and resolution) and provides analysis and reports identifying anomalies, areas for improvement and workload information. Mentors, coaches, and provides advice to team on all processes, procedures, work methods as well as guidance through requirement definition for operational reports.

  • Works with Accounts Payable, Procurement staff, IT Service providers, internal clients and large vendors. Creates learning and knowledge transfer opportunities to improve the knowledge and skills of the business owners and other internal and external users. As required, provides guidance in the development and maintenance of procedures and job aids to support the team and impacted stakeholders.

  • Provides direction to the IT service providers to plan and manages the design, develops test scenarios and executes and implementation of system changes in accordance with scheduled system release packages.

  • Develops a strong team through recruitment, coaching, goal setting, mentoring and establishing service standards. Promotes and encourages career development and advancement through training and succession planning.

  Qualifications

  Education

  • Completion of University Degree preferably in Business, Commerce, Finance OR a combination of equivalent professional experience and training

  Experience

  • 5 – 7 years of experience in managing and implementing financial/source to pay projects with ERP systems
  • At least 1 year in a procurement environment
  • At least 1 year performing SAP system changes/business requirements, and review of internal controls
  • Experience conducting system testing
  • Experience with project management methodologies, system development lifecycles, financial processes and business analysis best practice.
  • 2 or more years’ experience leading people

  Other Candidate Requirements

  • Proficient computer skills and competent with Microsoft Office programs
  • Excellent team building and leadership skills and experience
  • Sound organizational, analytical, judgement and decision-making skills with proven abilities in problem solving
  • Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build and maintain relationships
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • One or more years of experience in a unionized environment an asset
  • Experience with SAP modules such as Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Material Management (MM), Finance (FI), Controlling (CO), Human Resources (HR) and Travel Manager modules an asset.
  • CPIM or ITIL or SAP certification is an asset.

  Other Information

  This is a term opportunity until September 30, 2024 with the possibility of extension or permanency.

  Hybrid Workplace
  Your Official Work Location for this position at Canada Post is 2701 Riverside Drive, Ottawa, ON., K1A 0B1. Based on Canada Post's Hybrid Workplace Practice, and the current physical and client/stakeholder-facing requirements of your role, there may be opportunity for you to perform your work from an Alternate Work Location (such as your home). Please note that although you may have the flexibility to work remotely, your team leader may require you to come to your Official Work Location for specific situations including, but not limited to, internet/network connectivity issues, team building, onboarding new employees, technical training, negotiations, labour disruption, project go-live, productivity/performance. You will be responsible to bear all costs related to travelling between your Alternate Work Location and your Official Work Location. Canada Post reserves the right to review the physical or client/stakeholder-facing requirements of your position. Should you wish to explore further flexibility, please speak with your team leader.

  Safety Sensitive Positions
  This position may be considered a Safety Sensitive position.

  
  Employment Equity

  Canada Post will represent Canada’s diversity and provide a safe and welcoming workplace that embraces and celebrates our differences. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from women, Indigenous People, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.
  
  Disability is defined as a persistent or episodic physical, sensory, or mental health condition and/or functional limitation. Disability includes both visible and hidden conditions and/or limitations that may impact vision, hearing, mobility, flexibility, dexterity, pain, learning, developmental, mental/psychological, and memory.
  

  Conflict of Interest
  The Conflict of Interest Policy prohibits employees from hiring, supervising or reporting to, directly or indirectly via the reporting hierarchy, their immediate family or close personal relations. Should you feel that you may be in an actual or potential Conflict of Interest in regard to this job opportunity, you must communicate with the designated Human Resources representative.

  Accommodation

  Canada Post is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you have any restrictions that need to be accommodated. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

  Important Message
  Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as Canada Post cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

  Our Leadership Behaviours
  Decision Making – A champion of the organization who takes calculated risks and makes prudent, common sense decisions about current issues, future opportunities and resource requirements in a timely, well thought out manner that aligns with the corporation's best interests.
  Accountability – An individual who strives for performance excellence and who holds themselves and direct reports accountable for decisions and actions and for learning from mistakes when intended results are not achieved.
  Business Orientation – A proactive individual who understands the competitive nature of the business, and is committed to sustaining the business through excellent customer service and new business opportunities.
  Execution – A focused and self-motivated individual who acts with a sense of urgency and delivers on time and within budget, by dealing effectively with challenges and ambiguous situations.
  Leading People – A compelling communicator and leader who engages, motivates and inspires others to achieve results and who encourages personal growth and finding better ways of doing things.

  
  Our Values

  We value diversity as an essential part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future. We believe that attracting, developing, and retaining people who reflect the diversity of Canada is essential to our success because this matters to all communities and customers we serve.

  Canada Post’s corporate values reflect the principles, beliefs and aspirations that guide our behaviour and shape our culture.

  Safety – We are committed to a safe and healthy environment for all our stakeholders.
  Customer – We serve Canadians with pride and passion.
  Respect – We treat each other with fairness and respect.
  Integrity – We act responsibly and with integrity.
  Transformation – We will innovate and transform to win in the marketplace.

• About the company

  Canada Post Corporation, trading as Canada Post, is a Crown corporation which functions as the primary postal operator in Canada.

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