Worker Sub-Type: Regular Job Description: We are seeking a strategic, results-driven Senior Manager to lead our Sourcing, Procurement, and Payables functions. This role is critical to improving procurement efficiency and driving stronger negotiation outcomes with vendors. You will ensure optimal contractual results while meeting all payment requirements. The ideal candidate will combine strong operational expertise with the ability to manage relationships with internal business partners and assist internal teams with the end-to-end process of acquiring goods and services essential for company success. You will also ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies and contribute to BlackBerry’s mission to secure a trustworthy, connected future. Key Responsibilities Lead and coach the procure-to-pay teams, fostering a culture of efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement. Drive process optimization within NetSuite to improve procurement workflows and overall efficiency. Negotiate procurement contracts to achieve best-in-class pricing and terms, leveraging direct vendor engagement or VAR relationships. Collaborate with Contract Services to ensure favorable contract terms and risk mitigation. Ensure proper vendor vetting, onboarding, and adherence to approval workflows. Oversee accounts payable operations, including managing internal expectations. Supervise expense management through Expensify (expense management system) and travel management via Egencia (corporate travel platform). Monitor procurement KPIs and deliver on cost reduction and value creation targets. Stay informed on market trends and emerging suppliers to support strategic sourcing decisions. Qualifications Post-secondary education in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field. 10+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or P2P leadership roles. Strong negotiation skills and a legal mindset for contract review and risk management. Proven ability to lead process re-engineering and system optimization (NetSuite experience preferred). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Attributes Experience in technology or software sectors. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, transformation-driven environment. Commitment to integrity, innovation, and operational excellence. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 BlackBerry provides enterprises and governments the intelligent software and services to power the world around us. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, BlackBerry’s high-performance foundational software enables major automakers and industrial giants alike to unlock transformative applications, drive new revenue streams and launch innovative business models, all without sacrificing safety, security or reliability. And with our deep heritage in Secure Communications, BlackBerry delivers operational resiliency with a comprehensive, highly secure and extensively certified portfolio for mobile fortification, mission-critical communications and critical event management. ©2025 BlackBerry. All right reserved. BlackBerry® and related trademarks, names, and logos are the property of BlackBerry Limited and are registered and/or used in the U.S. and countries around the world. It is the policy of BlackBerry to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled BlackBerry strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the selection process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact recruitment@blackberry.com or contact our HR department by calling 1-519-888-7465. We will reply to your request as soon as possible. FEDERAL POSTERS: Federal Employment Law Posters: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Employee Polygraph Protection Act FMLA Federal Contractor Postings: E-Verify Right to Work Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Minimum Wage HELPFUL LINKS: Contact Us Application Process Careers FAQ RETURN TO JOB POSTINGS
