Senior Manager, Supply Finance & Analytics (70306427)

Company Description

Grow your career with a company that shares your passion! Our Sodexo team has an exciting new client opportunity to join Sodexo as our next Senior Manager, Supply Finance & Analytics located in Etobicoke, ON. This is a hybrid role that will require you to work in office two days per week.

Salary: $95,000 - $120,000

At Sodexo, we believe that every role contributes to a better day for those we serve. Our teams drive innovation, efficiency, and excellence across all areas of our business - from strategic planning and operations to people-focused support functions. Together, we create the foundation that empowers our frontline teams to deliver outstanding service and value to our clients, customers, and communities. Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services.

Job Description

Reporting to the Senior Director, FP&A & Controllership, the Senior Manager, Supply Finance & Analytics leads the financial performance, analytics, governance, and value creation activities associated with Sodexo Canada's Supply Chain and Procurement functions. The role is accountable for:

• Maximizing vendor funding performance
• Improving spend compliance
• Enhancing supply-related forecasting accuracy
• Delivering actionable insights that support margin expansion and working capital improvement

The position serves as the primary finance partner to Procurement, Supply Chain, Commercial Finance, and BP&A leaders while maintaining strong governance over rebate receivables, supply accruals, and vendor-related controls. The role drives continuous improvement through data analytics, reporting automation, and process transformation initiatives that strengthen decision-making and financial performance.

Responsibilities:

• Leads Supply Finance Operations:
  • Establishes robust processes and controls to manage supply accruals, vendor funding, rebate receivables, vendor data integration, and related financial reporting.
  • Oversees financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and reporting for all supply-related activities.
  • Partners closely with Procurement, Commercial Finance, and BP&A teams to maximize Vendor Discount Agreement (VDA) performance.
  • Monitors supply-related financial performance against budget, forecast, and strategic targets.
  • Leads monthly and quarterly business reviews for Supply Finance.
  • Supports annual operating plan and forecast cycles.
• Leads Supply Finance Analytics & Reporting:
  • Develops and executes the Supply Finance analytics strategy.
  • Establishes key performance indicators and translates complex data into clear recommendations.
  • Owns the design, development, and enhancement of Supply Finance reporting and dashboard capabilities.
  • Leverages automation, AI-enabled analytics, and visualization tools to streamline reporting processes.
• Leads Forecasting, Planning & Accrual Governance:
  • Leads forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning processes for supply-related expenditures.
  • Establishes standardized accrual methodologies and monthly review processes.
  • Develops forecasting models and analytical tools to improve visibility into supply costs.
  • Partners with Controllership to ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
• Leads Vendor Funding AR & Data Governance:
  • Owns the governance, collection, and recovery of vendor funding receivables, rebates, and other supplier-related recoveries.
  • Establishes vendor data standards, controls, and performance management processes.
  • Monitors vendor compliance with reporting, rebate, and contractual obligations.
• Team Leadership & Business Partnership:
  • Serves as the primary finance business partner to Supply Chain, Procurement, Commercial Finance, and BP&A leadership teams.
  • Leads and develops a high-performing Supply Finance team.
  • Builds strong cross-functional relationships and influences stakeholders at all levels.
• Health, Safety and Risk Management:
  • Understands and adheres to Zero Harm mindset philosophy and safety regulations.
  • Models safety mindset and leads the team ensuring work is performed safely.
  • Attends and completes required training.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, or a related field required.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning in analytics, business intelligence, AI-enabled finance, data management, and financial leadership.
• Assets: CPA designation, MBA, CFA, CBV, Supply Chain designation (SCMP), or equivalent advanced business qualification.
• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive finance experience, with significant experience in Supply Finance, Procurement Finance, FP&A, Commercial Finance, Business Analytics, or related disciplines.
• Experience managing vendor funding programs, rebate recovery processes, working capital initiatives, forecasting, and performance reporting.
• Experience partnering with Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, and Commercial leaders to drive financial performance and business outcomes.
• Experience leading financial transformation, reporting automation, Power BI development, or analytics initiatives preferred.
• Experience working in a complex, multi-site, matrixed organization preferred.
• Professional accounting, supply chain, finance, analytics, or business certifications are considered an asset.
• Advanced financial modeling and performance management skills.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to connect operational activity to financial outcomes.
• Ability to influence senior leaders and drive accountability without direct authority.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities with a focus on identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Ability to perform the role in English is required. Proficiency in both English and French is an asset.

Additional Information:

What Makes Sodexo Different:

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation & great employee benefits
• Training and development programs
• Countless opportunities for growth
• Corporate responsibility & sustainability
• An award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more.

View Sodexo's latest awards here.

Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran, or any other federal, provincial, or local protected class. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and senior homes be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment.

Thank you for your interest in Sodexo. Please note that only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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