We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.
At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.
To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com
What you’ll be doing
As a member of the Procurement team, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring that our contractual agreements with suppliers support our business goals and protect our interests. As the Senior Manager, Procurement, you’ll oversee the entire contract lifecycle, manage contract negotiations, and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company policies. You’ll provide leadership to a team of Procurement Leads, guiding them through complex contract issues and serving as the primary point of escalation. You’ll collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure that contracts are executed efficiently and with the best possible outcomes for CIBC. You’ll also track contract performance, manage renewals and amendments, and proactively identify risks and opportunities.
At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.
How you’ll succeed
Contract execution and management – Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiation, and execution of vendor agreements, amendments, and terminations.
Renewals and amendments – Manage contract renewals, extensions, and amendments, ensuring favorable terms and pricing for CIBC.
Risk assessment and mitigation – Identify risks and liabilities in contracts, and provide expert guidance on negotiation positions and risk management strategies.
Contract administration – Utilize contract management systems to maintain accurate records, track performance, and ensure compliance with obligations and deliverables.
Collaboration and negotiation – Work closely with internal teams to understand requirements, resolve contract-related issues, and maintain strong relationships with external partners and vendors.
Manage and mentor – Provide guidance and leadership to a team of Procurement Leads, holding team members accountable for performance and development.
Who you are
You have a Bachelor’s degree and 5 to 7 years of experience in compliance or risk management, preferably within the financial services industry.
You’re collaborative. You know that teamwork with both internal and external partners leads to the best outcomes.
You have industry knowledge. You’re familiar with supplier relationships, vendor products and services, and third party risk management.
You’re goal driven. You’re motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make a difference.
You’re a caring and accountable leader. You’re passionate about developing and coaching to bring out the best in people. You have experience providing coaching and hands-on support to meet team goals.
Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values—trust, teamwork, and accountability.
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At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $135,000- $150,000 based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position (salary range varies based on the location which will be discussed at the time of the interview). The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee’s needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave, and Vacation), Holidays, and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members. #LI-TA
*This job is not eligible for visa sponsorship*
What CIBC Offers
At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.
We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.
Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.
We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.
*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions
What you need to know
CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [email protected]
You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.
We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.
Job Location
IL-70 W Madison St, 9th FlEmployment Type
RegularWeekly Hours
40Skills
Contract Negotiations, Contracts, Leadership, Long Term Planning, Organizational Processes, Procurement, Real Estate Management, Real Estate Portfolios, Real Estate Strategies, Real Estate Transactions, Service Level Agreement (SLA), Strategic ObjectivesSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 5 to 7 years of experience in compliance or risk management
- Industry knowledge in supplier relationships and third-party risk management
- Experience in leading and mentoring a team
What We Do
CIBC is here to help all our clients reach their goals. We know the importance of reliable financial products and services, and we’re dedicated to providing them in a way that lets you bank however you want, whenever you want. With innovative tools designed around your priorities and a team fully focused on your success, you’ll get the insights you need to get even closer to achieving your goals. This culture of innovation and shared values of trust, teamwork and accountability are why we’ve been named a top employer in Canada. They’re also why a career at CIBC is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to grow and work alongside some of the brightest in Canada. La Banque CIBC est là pour aider tous nos clients à atteindre leurs objectifs. Nous connaissons l'importance de produits et services financiers fiables, et nous nous engageons à les fournir d'une manière qui vous permette d'effectuer vos opérations bancaires comme vous le souhaitez, quand vous le souhaitez. Avec des outils innovants conçus autour de vos priorités et une équipe entièrement centrée sur votre réussite, vous obtiendrez les informations dont vous avez besoin pour vous rapprocher encore plus de vos objectifs. Cette culture de l'innovation et les valeurs partagées de confiance, de travail d'équipe et de responsabilité sont la raison pour laquelle nous avons été nommés l'un des meilleurs employeurs au Canada. C'est aussi pourquoi une carrière à la Banque CIBC est plus qu'un emploi : c'est une occasion de grandir et de travailler aux côtés de certaines des personnes plus brillantes au Canada
