Sourcing Manager

August 6, 2026

OPENTEXT - THE INFORMATION COMPANYOpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation. AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We are hiring talent AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us. Sourcing Manager, Richmond Hill, ON - Full time on-site Who we are: OpenText Enterprise Information Management (EIM) technologies and business solutions allow organizations to take full advantage of enterprise information to gain better business insight, capitalize on opportunities to positively impact the business, improve process velocity, reduce risks related to information governance, and protect sensitive information and intellectual property from internal leaks and external threats. With growing volumes and a host of formats to manage and leverage, organizations need to bring structure to the unstructured. By doing so, they will be unleashing the power of information to drive faster decision making, improved agility, strong security policies, and an increased ability to both exploit the opportunities and control the risks of enterprise information. Your impact:The Global Sourcing and Contract Management team helps maximize value from OpenText’s vendor relationships and ensures our business unit stakeholders have the goods and services they need to succeed.You will act as a Sourcing Manager and deliver projects in all aspects of the sourcing process, from category assessment, cost savings opportunities, vendor due diligence, RFx process, contract negotiations, and supporting vendor management. Categories in scope will include but are not limited to Marketing + Events and Consulting (Finance, IT, and Outsourced services). You will act as a change agent as part of our broader Sourcing & Procurement transformation initiatives and collaborate closely with various business partners and internal (e.g., Finance, Marketing, Sales, Events, Legal) and external (e.g., suppliers, vendors, hotels, and other organizations) stakeholders to deliver a seamless procurement experience. Key accountabilities include developing sourcing strategies and programs aligning with strategic objectives; enhancing supplier relationships; ensuring commitments are fulfilled to meet internal client’s needs; presenting recommendations and collaborating with senior management and business unit leads. What the role offers:<ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Build and strengthen stakeholder relationships to align sourcing strategies with business needs</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Develop and execute category plans to reduce costs and improve supplier performance</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Lead RFx processes and cross-functional sourcing initiatives</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Manage supplier selection using data-driven insights and analytics</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Lead commercial negotiations to achieve optimal outcomes</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Optimize supplier performance, ensuring contract compliance and cost efficiency</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Support financial planning, budgeting, and sourcing activity forecasting</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Drive continuous improvement and identify industry trends to enhance procurement strategy</li></ul> What you need to succeed:<ul><li style="line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Skills and Knowledge:</li><li style="line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Leverage AI and analytics to enhance sourcing, reduce costs, and manage risk </li><li style="line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">High degree of business ethics and accountability</li><li style="line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Category Management and Sourcing experience, including deep understanding of Strategic Sourcing best practices.</li><li style="line-height: normal; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong understanding of marketing procurement categories, including:</li></ul><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong knowledge of creative, advertising, and digital marketing services</li></ul><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience with media planning, buying, and sponsorship initiatives</li></ul><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Expertise in event management, production, and experiential marketing</li></ul><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Familiarity with promotional merchandise, print, and branded materials</li></ul><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Understanding of travel and hospitality procurement within marketing categories</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong understanding of consulting firm procurement, including:</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Tax Consulting, Management Consulting, IT Consulting, Advisory Services</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience with rate card analysis and benchmarking</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong familiarity with scope definition and control, and resource profile assessment</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Communicate effectively and influence stakeholders across all levels</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Prioritize and deliver in fast-paced, high-pressure environments</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Lead complex negotiations with confidence and strong decision-making</li><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Drive cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement initiatives</li></ul> Academic/Experience:<ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">5+ years in Strategic Sourcing & Category Management; program/project experience required</li></ul></ul><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">3+ years managing marketing, media, agency, or events procurement categories</li></ul></ul><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain; certification an asset</li></ul></ul><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong knowledge of business processes, controls, and continuous improvement</li></ul></ul><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><ul style="margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;" type="disc"><li style="margin-bottom: 7.2pt; line-height: normal; margin-top: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Global mindset; international experience preferred</li></ul></ul> OpenText's commitment to diversity and inclusion surpasses legal requirements, evident in our <a href="https://www.opentext.com/assets/documents/en-US/pdf/opentext-equal-employment-opportunity-statement-of-policy-us-en.pdf">Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy</a> which promotes a respectful and empowering environment for employees of all backgrounds, culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a ticket at <a href="https://help.opentext.com/portal/site/selfservice?customView=newTicket">Ask HR</a>. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace. Compensation: At OpenText, we offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. As you move through the hiring process, we’re happy to provide more details about our compensation programs, including variable and commission compensation opportunities for eligible roles, vacation entitlement, and paid time off.Salary Range: $108,500.00 - $130,200.00; Depending on the candidate’s education, experience, skills, geographical location, and alignment with internal equity and external market, actual salary may vary and be higher or lower than the range posted.AI Usage Disclosure: As part of our commitment to transparency, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in various stages of our recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate matching, interview scheduling, and communications. These tools are designed to improve efficiency, reduce bias, and enhance candidate experience. All decisions regarding hiring are made by qualified human professionals, and we continuously monitor our AI systems to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable regulations.

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