Procurement Assistant Manager, Facilities

About Maersk At Maersk, we’re transforming global supply chains through end-to-end integrated logistics. As a global leader in connecting and simplifying trade, we help businesses move goods seamlessly across ocean, air, landside transportation, and warehousing, all supported by cutting edge technology and an extensive global network. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and able to be themselves. Our team members come from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we value the unique strengths each person contributes. With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics. About the role: The Procurement Assistant Manager, Facilities is responsible for driving commercial and execution activities across the Source-to-Contract and Demand-to-Delivery lifecycle for Facilities and related operational categories across Canada. The role manages sourcing activities across Facilities within Logistics & Services (L&S) , supporting operations including Contract Logistics, Ground Freight and Depots . The category scope includes facility management services, third-party labor, operational supplies and consumables, Material Handling Equipment (MHE), racking, automation and other facility-related requirements . The position will apply Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), should-cost modelling, external benchmarks and market intelligence to identify opportunities, strengthen commercial decisions and drive sustainable cost leadership across the categories in scope. Working closely with Operations, Finance, Accounts Payable, Legal, Technology, Vendor Master Data Management and other stakeholders, the role will help streamline the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring negotiated agreements, pricing, suppliers and purchasing channels are effectively deployed and translated into operational results. A key focus of the position will be to drive digital adoption and deploy technology, automation and AI-enabled solutions across the Procure-to-Pay lifecycle , reducing manual activities, improving data quality and controls, increasing productivity and building scalable procurement processes across Canada. Key Responsabilities Sourcing Strategy & Execution · Manage Source-to-Contract activities for Facilities and related categories across Canada, including Contract Logistics, Ground Freight, Depots and other L&S operations. · Execute sourcing initiatives covering facility management services, operational supplies and consumables, MHE, racking, automation and related facility requirements . · Conduct spend, demand and supplier analysis to identify sourcing, consolidation and standardization opportunities. · Develop category-specific go-to-market and sourcing strategies based on business requirements, supplier capabilities, market dynamics and commercial opportunities. · Lead RFQ/RFP processes, including supplier engagement, bid analysis, commercial evaluation, negotiations, recommendations and award implementation. · Develop and apply TCO and should-cost models to improve commercial decision-making and optimize lifecycle economics beyond initial purchase price. · Develop and maintain external benchmarks for key cost drivers, rates, equipment and services to support negotiations and drive cost leadership. · Monitor relevant market trends, supplier developments, capacity, inflationary factors and technology developments and translate insights into sourcing actions. · Support contract development and negotiation in collaboration with Legal and relevant stakeholders. · Deliver measurable cost savings, cost avoidance and other value improvements while balancing service, quality, operational requirements and risk. Rate Management & Commercial Implementation · Own the implementation and ongoing maintenance of negotiated supplier rates, pricing conditions and commercial agreements within applicable procurement sy…

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