Senior Procurement Specialist at Achievers – Toronto, Kansas

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.

• 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.

• 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.