Senior Manager Finance and Procurement Supply Chain (70306427)

Job Description

Company Description

Grow your career with a company that shares your passion! Sodexo has an exciting new opportunity to join the Sodexo team as our next Senior Manager Supply Finance and Controllership. This is a hybrid role which will require you to work in our office two days per week.

Sodexo offers a competitive salary range of $90,000.00 - $105,000.00, as well as extended benefits (Medical, Dental, Optical, Prescription Drug Plan) from day one. We also offer paid vacation and much more!

Our purpose at Sodexo is to create a better everyday for everyone, building a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers daily through our unique services including On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services.

Job Description

Reporting to the Senior Director of our Finance team, this leadership role within the Canadian finance team focuses on driving value through Supply Finance and supporting key controllership activities. You will oversee financial aspects across procurement-related spend, vendor funding, costing, accruals, and supply chain analytics. You will serve as a finance partner to Supply Chain, Procurement, and Commercial leaders, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and insightful decision-making. Additionally, you will support broader financial governance, risk management, and audit readiness in partnership with the Controllership team. Strong analytical, operational, and leadership capabilities are essential to drive performance and value creation.

Leads Supply Finance Operations:

• Oversees the Supply Finance function, implementing processes to manage accruals, data integration from vendors, and accounts receivable.
• Manages financial planning, analysis, and reporting for supply chain functions, collaborating with Procurement and Commercial Finance teams on vendor programs, inbound costing, logistics accruals, and COGS elements.

Leads Vendor Finance Strategy & Partnership:

• Develops strategic finance frameworks for vendor partnerships, optimizing vendor terms and funding, and aligning negotiations with business goals.
• Works with Procurement and BP&A teams to optimize Vendor Discount Agreements (VDAs) and improve vendor relationships through data-driven decisions.

Leads Supply Finance Advanced Forecasting & Analytics:

• Drives forecasting and analytics for supply spend and rebates, leading monthly reviews and scenario planning using data models.
• Adopts advanced analytics and forecasting techniques, utilizing big data and machine learning to optimize spend planning and improve decision-making.

Supports Controllership & Financial Governance:

• Ensures governance over inventory, accounts payable, and accruals related to supply chain and vendors, maintaining compliance and supporting audits.

Manages/Leads and Facilitates Development / Performs Cross-functional Finance Leadership:

• Acts as a financial business partner across functions, delivering insights and recommendations.
• Leads a team of analysts or finance professionals, fostering collaboration and high performance, mentoring team members.

Contributes to Projects & Transformation:

• Participates in finance transformation initiatives like automation, ERP improvements, and process enhancements. Supports projects like new product launches and cost restructuring.

Health, Safety, and Risk Management

• Adheres to safety policies and leads by example, ensuring team safety and completing required training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting; CPA required, or equivalent experience (8+ years).
• Minimum 7 years of progressive finance experience, including 3–5 years in supply chain finance or cost accounting.
• Experience with vendor funding, inventory costing, FP&A, and commercial finance preferred.
• Leadership experience managing teams or projects with cross-functional exposure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), and data analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage complexity, and prioritize effectively.
• Experience in process improvement and working in fast-paced, matrixed environments.
• Fluent in English and French is a significant asset.

Additional Information

What Makes Sodexo Different:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. We believe our actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way. We offer flexible work, competitive pay, benefits, training, growth opportunities, and are committed to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion.

Sodexo is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request.

We prioritize health and safety, requiring COVID-19 vaccination for roles in healthcare settings and may require vaccination for other roles depending on location and scope.

Thank you for your interest in Sodexo.

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