Digital Procurement Transformation Lead (AI, Automation & Source-to-Pay)

Job Type: Regular. People are at the heart of our success. Our culture fosters collaboration, transparency, and accountability to drive 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. As a Lead, Digital Procurement Transformation, you will play a key role in evolving our Procurement function by driving the adoption of technology, automation, and artificial intelligence. You will work at the intersection of Procurement, IT, Data & Analytics, and Finance to modernize end-to-end processes—from sourcing to payment. Your objective: generate measurable value, improve efficiency, and enable smarter business decisions. A structured work environment: Vacation entitlement based on years of service recognition Flexible remote work Flexible group insurance plan, including telemedicine services Employee assistance program Opportunities to invest in yourself (career development, etc.) Annual bonus Retirement plan with company contributions Salary grade 007: $118,000 to $147,500 (base salary will be determined based on education, experience, training, and role-related competencies) Your day-to-day responsibilities: Strategy & Innovation Define and lead the digital procurement and AI strategy Build an ambitious Source-to-Pay transformation roadmap Act as a subject matter expert and thought leader on market trends (AI, automation, digital tools) Technology & Platforms Own the vision for key systems (ERP, sourcing, CLM, supplier risk management, P2P) Lead selection, implementation, and optimization of tools Maximize the value of platforms such as SAP, Coupa, or equivalents Value Creation Define and track KPIs related to digital and AI initiatives Quantify gains: cost, efficiency, lead times, risk reduction Drive continuous improvement through data and user feedback Adoption & Change Management Support global teams in adopting tools Develop digital and AI capabilities Influence leaders and act as a strategic advisor Governance & Collaboration Establish governance for data, tools, and AI solutions Collaborate with external partners to drive innovation Expected qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations, IT, or a related field 8+ years of experience in procurement, transformation, or analytics 5+ years leading large-scale technology initiatives Strong understanding of Source-to-Pay Hands-on experience with AI, automation, or applied data Proficiency with SAP, Coupa, or similar tools Experience in a manufacturing environment (strong asset) Excellent analytical skills and data-driven mindset Experience in change management Bilingual (French/English) Experience in a global environment Why this role is unique You build, influence, and modernize a critical function You combine strategy, technology, and tangible impact You work on high-visibility, enterprise-wide initiatives You directly contribute to performance and value creation A role for those who take their work seriously and deliver consistently. Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.