Manager – Corporate Procurement
Top Benefits
About the role
Manager – Corporate Procurement
Hybrid work model – 4 days/week in the office
Permanent position
We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary.
OUR MISSION
Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world.
Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil!
So don't wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment!
YOUR MISSION
Organizational Leadership & Team Governance
Manage, support, coach and develop the skills of a team of 4 procurement professionals while fostering a positive work environment. Annual savings target achieved through negotiation initiatives, total cost of ownership (TCO) optimization, and supplier rationalization. Ongoing support to the Senior Director in producing strategic reports, executive dashboards, and decision-support analyses.
Strategic Direction, Stakeholder Influence & Corporate Alignment
In alignment with overall company objectives, define and evolve a strategic vision for corporate procurement, serving internal clients across IT, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Casting, Studios, Real Estate, and more. Act as an influential leader with internal partners, serving as a trusted advisor on procurement strategies, risk management, and value optimization. Drive stakeholder alignment on procurement policies, supplier strategies, operational priorities, and transformation initiatives. Proactively contribute to decision-making by providing structured recommendations based on in-depth analysis, industry trends, risk scenarios, and market opportunities.
Strategic Supplier Management
Negotiate, manage, and renew complex short-, medium-, and long-term strategic contracts with local, regional, and international suppliers with direct impact on global operations. Build and maintain high-level business relationships with key suppliers to ensure performance, innovation, operational continuity, and risk mitigation. Organize and lead supplier performance reviews, including the implementation of KPIs, improvement plans, and mitigation strategies.
Market Intelligence, Risk Management & Optimization
Actively monitor market trends, emerging technologies, inflation, geopolitical risks, and supplier dynamics to anticipate operational impacts. Proactively adapt contracts to evolving realities in order to maximize total value (TCO), service quality, and supplier flexibility.
YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field; Seven to ten years of procurement experience; Previous experience in supervising a team; Ability to negotiate, solve problems and manage conflicts; Sense of organization and priorities; Good communication skills with a customer service “orientation”; Great flexibility and agility; Ability to work as a team and adapt to unforeseen events and work under pressure; Working knowledge of Word, Excel, SAP MM, Ariba and other software; Bilingual (English and French), spoken and written; third language is an asset.
Create with us
Our Employer Proposition Stands Out. Here's An Overview
A collaborative work environment with an in-office presence of four days per week, designed to support teamwork, learning and delivery: with flexibility in how we organize our work. Professional growth focused on high-quality projects to propel your career, as well as personalized support tailored to your professional ambitions; Group insurance, retirement savings and other benefits that we'll be happy to introduce to you; A culture focused on the development of equitable practices and rallying events.
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.
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About Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is a world leader in live entertainment. Building on four decades of pushing the boundaries of the imagination, the Company brings its creative approach to a large variety of entertainment forms, such as multimedia productions, immersive experiences, and special events. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group celebrates 40 years of defying reality, defining entertainment, and illuminating the world through art and creativity. Since its creation in 1984, more than 400 million people have been inspired on 6 continents and 86 countries. The Canadian company now employs more than 4000 employees, including 1200 artists from 80 different nationalities. For more information about Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, please visit cirquedusoleil.com.
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Manager – Corporate Procurement
Top Benefits
About the role
Manager – Corporate Procurement
Hybrid work model – 4 days/week in the office
Permanent position
We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary.
OUR MISSION
Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world.
Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil!
So don't wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment!
YOUR MISSION
Organizational Leadership & Team Governance
Manage, support, coach and develop the skills of a team of 4 procurement professionals while fostering a positive work environment. Annual savings target achieved through negotiation initiatives, total cost of ownership (TCO) optimization, and supplier rationalization. Ongoing support to the Senior Director in producing strategic reports, executive dashboards, and decision-support analyses.
Strategic Direction, Stakeholder Influence & Corporate Alignment
In alignment with overall company objectives, define and evolve a strategic vision for corporate procurement, serving internal clients across IT, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Casting, Studios, Real Estate, and more. Act as an influential leader with internal partners, serving as a trusted advisor on procurement strategies, risk management, and value optimization. Drive stakeholder alignment on procurement policies, supplier strategies, operational priorities, and transformation initiatives. Proactively contribute to decision-making by providing structured recommendations based on in-depth analysis, industry trends, risk scenarios, and market opportunities.
Strategic Supplier Management
Negotiate, manage, and renew complex short-, medium-, and long-term strategic contracts with local, regional, and international suppliers with direct impact on global operations. Build and maintain high-level business relationships with key suppliers to ensure performance, innovation, operational continuity, and risk mitigation. Organize and lead supplier performance reviews, including the implementation of KPIs, improvement plans, and mitigation strategies.
Market Intelligence, Risk Management & Optimization
Actively monitor market trends, emerging technologies, inflation, geopolitical risks, and supplier dynamics to anticipate operational impacts. Proactively adapt contracts to evolving realities in order to maximize total value (TCO), service quality, and supplier flexibility.
YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field; Seven to ten years of procurement experience; Previous experience in supervising a team; Ability to negotiate, solve problems and manage conflicts; Sense of organization and priorities; Good communication skills with a customer service “orientation”; Great flexibility and agility; Ability to work as a team and adapt to unforeseen events and work under pressure; Working knowledge of Word, Excel, SAP MM, Ariba and other software; Bilingual (English and French), spoken and written; third language is an asset.
Create with us
Our Employer Proposition Stands Out. Here's An Overview
A collaborative work environment with an in-office presence of four days per week, designed to support teamwork, learning and delivery: with flexibility in how we organize our work. Professional growth focused on high-quality projects to propel your career, as well as personalized support tailored to your professional ambitions; Group insurance, retirement savings and other benefits that we'll be happy to introduce to you; A culture focused on the development of equitable practices and rallying events.
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.
Not the right fit? Search for Manager jobs in Montreal, Quebec, Canada
About Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is a world leader in live entertainment. Building on four decades of pushing the boundaries of the imagination, the Company brings its creative approach to a large variety of entertainment forms, such as multimedia productions, immersive experiences, and special events. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group celebrates 40 years of defying reality, defining entertainment, and illuminating the world through art and creativity. Since its creation in 1984, more than 400 million people have been inspired on 6 continents and 86 countries. The Canadian company now employs more than 4000 employees, including 1200 artists from 80 different nationalities. For more information about Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, please visit cirquedusoleil.com.