Job Description

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Governance Specialist to join our Procurement Governance team. As a member of the Procurement team, this role will focus on driving compliance, operational excellence through analytics, change management, and process optimization. The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical capabilities with business acumen to identify improvement opportunities and implement governance protocols across the supply chain network.
 

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by June 11. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Maintain and improve adherence to established governance protocols.
• Create and maintain documentation for policies, procedures, and best practices
• Develop and maintain supply chain analytics dashboards using Excel and Power BI to monitor KPIs and identify trends
• Lead complex data analysis projects to improve supply chain visibility, compliance, and performance
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement governance frameworks and change management initiatives
• Identify process inefficiencies and develop innovative solutions to optimize procurement operations
• Communicate insights and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels
• Collaborate effectively with the procurement, operations and corporate purchasing requestor team members to ensure adherence to governance protocols

What You ll Bring:

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in analytical, governance or comparable role
• Excellent analytical & problem-solving skills, exercise good judgement and critical thinking
• Strong skillset with Excel and Power BI
• Knowledge of procurement systems (i.e. SAP, Ariba, MRP/ERP)
• Demonstrated ability to manage analytical projects from conception to implementation
• Strong interpersonal skills and maintain collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Adaptability and agility in responding to changing business needs
• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies preferable (Six Sigma, Lean)
• Strong oral & written communication skills
• Highly motivated to learn and grow, both personally and professionally
• Take initiative to increase process efficiency and drive cost out
• Foster a diverse and inclusive work environment

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, speaker series events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.