Job Description
We are looking for a Senior Procurement Specialist to join our Procurement & Vendor Strategy team! This is a senior individual contributor role, responsible for leading end-to-end procurement operations across a broad set of spend categories, including technology, marketing, professional services, and corporate spend. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Procurement & Vendor Strategy, this role drives cost savings, manages vendor relationships, and upholds procurement excellence across the organization.
This role is designed for a seasoned procurement professional who brings deep commercial acumen, strong analytical skills, and a track record of independently driving procurement outcomes in a fast-paced environment. The Senior Procurement Specialist will also serve as a key contributor to shaping procurement policy, process improvements, and strategic sourcing practices at Achievers.
Please note that this is a hybrid Toronto-based role with 2 days per week in our Liberty Village office.
Why you`ll love this role:
- Join our Marketplace Operations team which supports the rewards component of the Achievers platform, the global reward suppliers that serve as the backbone to it, and the customers we strive to please.
- We have great brand positioning in the market with the opportunity to further grow our global Marketplace and drive continued adoption across customers.
- We are at a pivotal accelerated growth stage - the perfect time to join our team!
- Work with an empowering leader and enjoy autonomy, trust, and ownership in your work.
- We are passionate about fostering an environment of connection, security, and community - you’ll feel at home, without reservation.
- We believe in moving quickly, failing fast, and adapting to change.
- We’re committed to achieving excellence in everything we do.
How you’ll contribute to our Procurement function:
Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Operations
- Lead end-to-end procurement processes within defined spend thresholds, including sourcing, vendor evaluation and selection, contract negotiation, and onboarding, leveraging procurement tools (e.g., ZIP) for workflow efficiency.
- Drive cost savings and risk reduction by securing favorable pricing, commercial terms, and contractual protections.
- Manage procurement across diverse categories including technology, SaaS, marketing, sales enablement, security, professional services, and corporate services.
- Contribute to OPEX budget management; conduct category spend analysis and identify opportunities for cost optimization, consolidation, and vendor rationalization.
Vendor Relationship Management
- Foster and maintain strong, strategic vendor relationships to support long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Serve as a trusted point of contact for vendors throughout the procurement lifecycle and post-contract.
- Manage vendor performance, address issues proactively, and ensure contractual compliance and service level adherence.
- Support vendor risk assessments, due diligence activities, and compliance monitoring in partnership with Legal and Information Security.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate cross-functionally with teams including IT, Product, Engineering, Marketing, Legal, Finance, and Information Security to align procurement strategies with organizational goals and compliance requirements.
- Serve as a trusted procurement advisor to internal stakeholders, guiding them through the sourcing process and ensuring procurement best practices are followed.
- Play an active role in shaping and promoting the procurement function and its value within Achievers.
Performance, Reporting & Process Improvement
- Track and report on key procurement metrics including negotiated savings, software budget run-rate reduction, procurement cycle time, category spend analysis, total addressable spend, and procurement ROI.
- Develop and maintain accurate procurement records, reporting dashboards, and documentation.
- Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements within the procurement function to drive efficiency and scalability.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of procurement policy documentation, ensuring adherence across the organization.
- Resolve AP/payment issues and ensure accurate and timely processing in coordination with Finance.
Experience we feel will set you up for success:
5+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, vendor management, or a related field specifically in IT.
Commercial and negotiation acumen: comfortable negotiating contracts, understanding of contract terms and conditions, including legal and compliance considerations across a range of categories including IT, SaaS, and professional services.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills: proficient in spend analysis, reporting, and data-driven decision-making.
A self-starter attitude: you can manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Clear, thoughtful communicator with strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust and influence through collaboration with internal stakeholders (Marketing, Legal, Finance, Corporate Services) and external vendors.
Operational excellence mindset, experience identifying inefficiencies and improving processes.
Strong documentation and reporting skills with a passion for process adherence and follow-through.
High ethical standards with a commitment to transparent, compliant procurement practices.
Experience with procurement and financial systems such as ZIPHQ, ERP platforms, and ticketing tools.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
Experience in policy development and compliance is an asset.
Why Achievers is a Great Place to Work ™
At Achievers, we believe recognition is a powerful driver of connection. With more than 4.3 million users across 190 countries, our employee recognition and rewards platform empowers organizations to build cultures where people feel seen and valued, everyday. We’re a team of passionate, thoughtful builders who care deeply about our product, our customers, and each other. Visit achievers.com to see how we’re inspiring recognition everywhere.
Our Approach to Total Rewards
$76,000 - $90,000 reflects the salary range for this role, depending on experience, skills, and market data.We’re committed to providing a fair and competitive offer based on what you bring to the team. Each A-Players’ compensation is reviewed at least annually against performance and impact in role. We want you to see your path to growth, understand your impact, and feel valued every step of the way.
Benefits and Perk s for permanent full-time employees:
✨ Rewards for your impact through our Recognition and Rewards program
🩺 Health Benefits and Life Insurance Coverage beginning on your first day
👶🏼 Parental Leave Top-up
🙌🏼 Employer matched RRSP contributions
🏖️ Flexible Vacation to recharge, so you can bring your best
🤝🏽 Employee and Family Assistance Program offering mental health, legal, and financial counselling
🚀 Supported professional development and career growth (LinkedIn Learning, mentorship)
👏🏼 Employee-Led Employee Resource Groups that celebrate our diversity
🧘♀️ Regular events designed to build connection, belonging, and well-being
🇨🇦 Hybrid flexibility, with time in our beautiful Liberty Village, Toronto office
This posting is for a currently vacancy on our team.
Achievers is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can do their best work. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.
Achievers is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any accommodations for your interview, such as assistive technology, wheelchair accessibility, or alternative formats of materials, please let us know. We are happy to make necessary arrangements to support your needs.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. These tools help our recruitment team but never replace decisions made by real people. We believe in a human-first approach to hiring, where your experience, personality, and potential are recognized by people, not algorithms, and where final hiring decisions are made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
