Digital Procurement Manager (Source-to-Pay)

About the role

People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters. Rigor, discipline, and professionalism are essential to delivering sustainable results.

The Digital Procurement Manager (Source-to-Pay) is responsible for leading the digital transformation of the procurement function through technology, automation, and artificial intelligence. This role partners closely with Procurement, IT, Data & Analytics, Finance, and key business stakeholders to modernize sourcing, supplier management, contract lifecycle management, and source-to-pay processes. The role will define and execute the digital procurement roadmap, drive adoption of AI‑enabled tools, and ensure measurable value creation through improved efficiency, cost optimization, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Digital Procurement Strategy & Leadership: Contribute to the development and lead the digital procurement and AI enablement strategy; develop and own a multi‑year roadmap for procurement platforms, automation, and AI use cases; act as a thought leader on emerging procurement technologies, AI/ML applications, and best practices.
• Procurement Technology & Platforms: Drive the business vision for core procurement systems (e.g., ERP, sourcing, CLM, supplier risk, P2P); lead selection, implementation, and optimization of digital procurement tools.
• Value Realization & Performance Management: Establish KPIs and value‑tracking mechanisms for digital and AI initiatives; quantify and communicate benefits related to cost savings, productivity, cycle‑time reduction, and risk mitigation; continuously improve solutions based on performance data and user feedback.
• Change Management & Adoption: Lead change‑management, training, and adoption strategies across global procurement teams; build digital and AI fluency within procurement through education and capability development; serve as a trusted advisor to senior procurement and business leaders.
• Governance & Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Establish governance for digital procurement tools, data usage, and AI lifecycle management; collaborate with suppliers and external partners on digital innovation initiatives.

Requirements

• Experience with COUPA (required, non‑negotiable).
• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, digital transformation, or analytics.
• 5+ years leading enterprise‑wide digital or technology initiatives.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes (sourcing, supplier management, contracts, P2P).
• Experience with AI/machine learning or automation applied to procurement or the supply chain.
• Experience implementing or managing procurement technologies and platforms.
• Demonstrated success in change management and driving adoption within complex organizations.
• Excellent analytical skills with a strong data‑driven mindset.
• Knowledge of tools such as SAP, Coupa, or similar platforms.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bilingualism – French and English.
• Experience working in a global organizational environment.

Benefits

• Recognition of years of service for vacation accrual.
• Flexible group insurance plan, including telemedicine services.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Opportunities to invest in your development (career development, etc.).
• Annual bonus.
• Retirement plan with employer contributions.

Pay

Salary scale 007: $124,200 to $155,300 (Base salary will be determined based on academic background, experience, training, and skills related to the position.)

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins and is committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. Candidates who request accommodation will be supported. An adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.