Procurement Director

About the Organization

SGS is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification, known for setting the standard for sustainability, quality, and integrity. With 99,600 people working across 2,600 offices and laboratories, the company supports a safer, more connected world.

Role Overview

The Director of Procurement will own regional sourcing strategy and improve procurement processes, systems, and tools. This leadership role manages a spend portfolio of up to $800M+ across direct and indirect goods and services, covering categories such as laboratory and operating supplies, technology, travel, fleet, professional services, field equipment, logistics, and real estate/facilities in a complex, regulated matrix environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong regional partnerships with business stakeholders to understand priorities and deliver sustainable P&L improvements.
• Develop category subject-matter expertise within the region and guide sourcing and supply chain strategies.
• Contribute as an active member of the regional Procurement Leadership Team, helping shape strategy and roll out sourcing and procurement initiatives in line with internal standards and procedures.
• Drive initiatives that strengthen the maturity of procurement and vendor management capabilities.
• Improve reporting, governance, knowledge sharing, and communication across the business.
• Protect the organization by managing supply-base risk through strong contracts, SLA/KPI tracking, financial oversight, and policy/system compliance.
• Design and implement procurement policies, best practices, and sourcing approaches.
• Support supplier performance management and relationship management programs.
• Lead supplier rationalization efforts to optimize the regional supply base.
• Coach cross-functional partners to continuously improve total cost of ownership for indirect goods and services.
• Ensure adherence to corporate policies, systems, controls, and assigned duties.

Qualifications

Education and experience required: a bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field; 10+ years of procurement management experience; and 5+ years supervising employees.

Preferred: a master’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or an MBA, together with the experience above.

Certifications: Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) designation is preferred/desired.

Skills and Competencies

The role calls for advanced English communication, strong analytical and problem-solving ability, financial analytics fluency, negotiation skill, business partnering, leadership presence, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Candidates should be comfortable interpreting financial and regulatory information, presenting sensitive material to leadership, managing multiple priorities, and thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting. Strong knowledge of procurement systems, process design, governance, controls, and team effectiveness is essential.

Technology and Tools

Advanced capability with GEP eSourcing or a similar eSourcing platform, Oracle E-Business Suite, and Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project is required.

Travel

Occasional travel is required, estimated at 5% to 33%.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected base salary for this position is CAD 130,000 to CAD 140,000 annually, depending on skills, experience, and qualifications. Benefits include 80% coverage for health, dental, and vision care; RRSP program participation; online training, virtual and classroom development opportunities, and tuition reimbursement; plus paid time off for work-life balance.

Additional Information

SGS is an equal opportunity employer and hires, trains, and promotes without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, Indigenous status, or any other protected characteristic.

The duties listed are representative rather than exhaustive. The company may modify or reassign responsibilities as needed.

Qualified candidates can request accommodations during each stage of the recruitment process.

Applicants for Canadian roles must be authorized to work in Canada.

The posting is expected to close on September 1, 2026.