Senior advisor, Strategies, IT supplier and asset management

Senior Advisor, Strategies, IT Supplier and Asset Management

Remote Type : The work arrangement for the position is hybrid work.

Locations : Montréal

Time Type : Full time

Posted on : Posted 2 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID : R2413217

Mission

The IT Supplier and Asset Management administrative department's mission is to enable Desjardins Technology Group to reap the full value of its network of IT suppliers and partners.

It does so by aligning operations with the IT strategy and developing IT supplier and asset management practices in an effort to standardize our approach to tools, processes, data, and roles, improve the integrity of our operations, and optimize performance and costs.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Advisor focusing on strategy for IT Supplier and Asset Management, you take a leadership role in influencing various stakeholders. You need to be able to work well under pressure in a constantly changing environment. More specifically, you will be required to:

• Manage strategic initiatives connected to our activities and ensure stakeholders are aligned and informed.
• Implement the strategic plan while managing change and maximizing operational efficiency.
• Serve as a specialist advisor and subject matter expert, as well as a resource person and coach for decision-making bodies.
• Provide end-to-end leadership for strategic initiatives and special mandates by reporting on your areas of expertise and achieving results.
• Draft strategic and executive documents and make presentations to committees and decision-making bodies.
• Improve operational integrity while optimizing performance and costs.
• Ensure efforts to optimize processes and costs are fully implemented and understood across all our operations.
• Advise partners on strategic operations and help them with positioning, planning, development, execution, and monitoring.
• Align with various teams, including Asset Management, Supplier Management, and Practices.
• Serve as an expert advisor and subject matter expert, as well as a resource person and coach for senior management and decision-making bodies.

What we offer :

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year.
• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement.
• Group insurance, including telemedicine.
• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment.
• Benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.

What you bring to the table :

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• A minimum of eight years of relevant experience in IT supplier management, strategic procurement, IT asset management, or another related field.
• Experience working on complex files with multiple contributors.
• Experience in executive communications.
• Experience with the ITVM process and best practices and knowledge of the ServiceNow ITSM platform.
• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered.
• ITIL 4 certification.
• IT Asset Management certification.
• Knowledge of French required.

Communicates effectively, Drive results, Engagement, Interpersonal Savvy, Plans and aligns, Strategic mindset, Work processes.

Trade Union : Non-unionized

Diversity and Inclusion

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity, and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting, and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all.

At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients, and communities we serve.

If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

Job Family : Administration (FG)

Unposting Date : 2024-12-2

About us

Desjardins Group is the largest cooperative financial group in North America. We're the choice for over 52,000 employees and were named one of Canada's top employers in 2024 by Mediacorp and Forbes.

We offer a full range of financial products and services and share our expertise in personal services, business services, wealth management, life and health insurance, and property and casualty insurance.

Pursuing a career at Desjardins means being part of an organization that puts people first.

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