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Director of Fund Development
The Alex, Calgary, Alberta
Who We AreThe Alex is a non-profit health and social services organization that has provided integrated and accessible supports and thoughtful, comprehensive care to Calgarians for almost 50 years. With a full complement of health, housing, and community programs, the Alex is a hub of supports and outreach services for people who are experiencing poverty, trauma, social isolation, or health challenges including addiction. What You Will DoReporting to the CFO, the Director, Fund Development will create and implement a robust fund development strategy to develop and foster meaningful relationships with employees, donors, government funders and the community. This position is instrumental in charting the organization’s course in philanthropy and securing charitable contributions to support The Alex’s mission and vision.Collaborate with Senior Leadership Team to develop short- and long-range fund development plans and programs that support the organization’s values, mission, and general objectives.Evaluate, adjust, and develop fundraising strategy, plans and engagement activities to meet financial needs and increase stakeholder support.Designs and implement best/next practice impactful, cost-effective fund development and major gift programs, ensuring solid return on investment.Manage and research donor prospect lists, prepare materials and provide support to staff, board members, and volunteers for solicitations.Ensures there is a communications strategy and work plan to support fundraising and engagement strategies and activities. Provide general oversight of fund development activities and manage the day-to-day operations of The Alex’s development function.Develop and implement project management systems that accurately monitor and prioritize prospect potential & activity, return on investment of events and rate of return on team activity. Provide regular reports to track funds raised, potential prospects, and future activities.Oversee process of communicating reporting requirements to Research and Operations teams to ensure funders receive appropriate data on program/project achievements and statistics in alignment with funding agreements.Create opportunities, both proactively and responsively, to engage in dialogue with community stakeholders to allow The Alex to listen, learn and share information in alignment with organizational goals.Supports attainment of the organization’s fund development goals through the selection, development, motivation, and evaluation of human resources, both professional and volunteer.Works with the CEO and leadership volunteers to enable the board and its members to fulfill their fund development roles. Facilitates the optimum interaction between management and volunteers.Keep informed of changing landscape of government, business and community support for non-profit social service and health initiatives, adjusting strategy and activity to maximize opportunities.Maintain ongoing knowledge of best and emerging practices in philanthropy and fund development as well as the general fields of management and the not-for-profit sector.Practice ethical fundraising, aligned with the mission and values of The AlexWhat You BringMinimum of 5 years (non-profit) leadership experience, demonstrating increasing responsibility to a senior level with significant fund development and community engagement accountabilities with additional 10 years non-profit or fund-raising experience. Social services and/or health-related sector experience is an asset.Degree in communications, business, sales, social sciences, non-profit leadership or related field.  A combination of experience and education will be considered.Certified Fund Raising Executive Preferred. Experiencing achieving fund raising targets of 10 million+ Strong not-for-profit fund development knowledge including: Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) rules and guidelines regarding fundraising in Canada and specifically Alberta;AFP Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice and the Imagine Canada’s Code of Ethical Conduct;Donor management software (CRM), digital fundraising and peer to peer platform experienceCertification in Project Management an asset The position is based out of our Franklin Station main Community Health Centre location. Occasional travel within the city will be required. Occasional evening and weekend hours will be required for special projects, events, and deadlines in service to the organization’s mission.This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  For further information about The Alex and its programs, we encourage you to visit our website at www.thealex.ca  
Director, Payment Solutions
Staples Canada, Richmond Hill, ON
Who we are As the Working and Learning Company, we at Staples Canada, are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live. At Staples, we inspire people to work smarter, learn more and grow every day. We look for people who are curious, approachable and passionate, and who enjoy finding solutions. If that's you, let's work, learn and grow together. We are building an inclusive and diverse team Staples Canada is creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. Some of what you will do Staples has a robust payment solutions and credit program to address the unique needs of individuals and businesses and Staples has partnered with third parties to deliver the program. With the strategic importance of payment solutions and credit in supporting Staples as the working and learning company, this role will lead and manage the overall strategy across the organization and to integrate the program across the channels . As the Director, Payment Solutions, you will be responsible for the oversight and management of Staples' partnerships, in order to optimize their value to meet Staples' program goals and strategic initiatives. You will own the Staples partner relationships and collaborate cross-functionally across Staples to manage the day-to-day activities associated with all aspects of the program. Specifically, you will: • Assume overall accountability for payment solutions and credit strategy across the organization. Formulate and articulate strategy, and translate strategy into customer value proposition and actionable goals • Provide thought leadership, industry insights, analysis and interpretation of current and emerging payment solutions, competitor strategies and benchmarking, and identify opportunities to enhance the strategy for the organization • Manage partner relationships and act as first point of contact to manage developments, issues and challenges with program, including third-party compliance matters, if any • Lead the cross-functional collaboration to achieve alignment and prioritization across Staples with key stakeholders for program, including marketing, merchandising, retail operations and digital • Lead the program optimization through development, prioritization and monitoring of enhancements planning, delivery and execution • Establish "value of credit" opportunity sizing, performance monitoring against plan and reporting of key performance indicators and dashboards • Oversee credit and collections activities across the organization • Lead contract negotiations and amendments with partners • Develop go-to-market product positioning and promotional offers to drive incremental sales and increased profitability of existing volumes through strategic positioning of credit Some of what you need • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience with 5 years of payment solutions experience, ideally with a merchant, acquirer, issuer or fintech in the space • Experience with a retailer is an asset • Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience • University degree in finance, business or a related field • MBA is an asset • Knowledge of the financial services and/or payments industry • Strategic thinker with a strong passion for leveraging partnerships to drive results • Results oriented and the ability to work under tight deadlines and manage competing priorities • Demonstrated project management and organizational skills including the ability to plan, collaborate, identify key issues and prioritize next steps to deliver project deliverables and achieve milestones/goals • Ability to analyze diverse data sets including key performance indicators, competitive data, and financial data • Strong knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word • Curious • Approachable • Passionate • Solution finder Some of what you will get • Associate discount • Health and Dental benefits • RRSP/DPSP • Performance bonuses • Learning & Development programs • And more... Additional Information • Hybrid work environment both onsite and offsite #bringyourpassion
Executive Director
National Screen Institute, Winnipeg, Manitoba
POSITION: Executive DirectorLOCATION: Winnipeg, ManitobaREPORTS TO: Board of Directors DIRECT REPORTS: Director of Operations, Director of Partner Support, Business Support Manager, ControllerWEBSITE: https://nsi-canada.ca/ THE ORGANIZATION With headquarters in Winnipeg, NSI is Canada's national film, television and digital media training school for writers, directors, and producers. Propelled by a visionary network of donors, private and public organizations, staff and Board, the National Screen Institute supports diverse creators from across Canada to tell unforgettable stories.NSI's vision is that Storytellers create a culturally equitable world; they allow us to enter unfamiliar lives and landscapes, create understanding and show us how our world can be better.NSI works relentlessly to remove barriers so underrepresented creators from anywhere in Canada can access our film, television, and digital media training.Through industry-informed training and mentoring in film, television and digital media, our students and alumni find their voice and place on the global stage, inspiring us to shape a better world.THE POSITIONNSI is seeking a leader with a demonstrable passion for film, television, and new emerging forms of interactive and immersive storytelling. You are a proven and influential communicator with the ability to conceive and articulate both a vision and a strategy for the future success of the National Screen Institute. You will possess the skill and passion to inspire and motivate all those connected with NSI, including staff, students, the Board, private and public partners, and other stakeholders.The ED is responsible for leading the direction of NSI and for the overall management of the organization. The ED is a public ambassador for NSI and its role in training and developing new creators and storytellers. Reporting to the Board, the ED leads the implementation of internal and external goals that reflect the organization's vision, mission, and business plan.As the ideal candidate, you are passionate about storytelling and storytellers; and you value equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI), and are knowledgeable about these issues. You are a supporter of the values which guide the work of the NSI, have experience working cross-culturally and are committed to serving storytellers from underrepresented communities.RESPONSIBILITIESGeneral- The ED is responsible and accountable for the day-to-day management of the NSI's financial, operational, personnel, programming and communications matters. - Ensure NSI maintains its strong and relevant brand as the leading training institution of screen-based professionals in Canada.- Develop relationships with a broad spectrum of relevant industry professionals on a local, national and international basis to build partnerships, raise funding, and elevate the profile for NSI programming and operations. - Oversee public communications on the National Screen Institute's programs and projects. - Represent the National Screen Institute as the key spokesperson at public functions.Travel to meetings, conferences, markets, festivals or other industry events as approved by the Board or Executive Committee.Strategic Planning- Working with the Board, staff, and key stakeholders, develop and implement the strategic plan.- Ensure the short- and long-range goals of the strategic plan are achieved.Programming- Oversee research and development of new programs and curricula for Board approval in line with the NSI strategic plan.- Develop new opportunities to create relevant curricula that meet the needs of program participants and the film and media industry. - Direct the preparation of proposals for public and private partners, sponsors, and supporters. Advise on and approve proposed funding, budgets, and program content and delivery. - Oversee managers of programs to ensure that all aspects of program delivery meet established guidelines and contract agreements with sponsors and funders.- Develop ongoing evaluation mechanisms to ensure quality control and the maintenance of standards in administration and program delivery.Financial Management- Work with the Controller to oversee the preparation of the annual budget.- Ensure that financial planning, budgeting and control of salaries and compensation, contract payments, operating and overhead and program dollars are within Board-approved annual budget.- Ensure internal financial monitoring systems are in compliance with budgets, policies, procedures and guidelines.- Ensure prudent financial and operational management by overseeing adherence to budgets and spending guidelines; identifying and implementing operational efficiencies; and identifying new revenue streams.Human Resources- Ensure all employees and contract personnel are hired, trained, managed, and evaluated in accordance with the NSI's employment and compensation policies. - Bring a demonstrated commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusivity and Accessibility.- Create an equitable team environment that empowers and treats all staff equitably working in compliance with established human resources policies and practices.- Maximize staff performance by communicating clear expectations, giving regular formal and informal performance feedback and recognition, and providing coaching or training when required to improve performance. - Lead a fair and inclusive hiring process that includes structured interviews, reference checking and professional treatment and selection of all applicants. Operations- Ensure sufficient and appropriate management of operations is implemented.- Provide regular status reports on projects to the NSI's Executive Committee to ensure ongoing financial and project monitoring in accordance with established monitoring requirements.Board Relations- Communicate and consult with the Board and/or Executive Committee on significant decisions relating to staffing and compensation, policy creation, financial and risk management, approval of annual budgets, new program development or changes to existing programs, and matters that may affect relationships with its funders, including the Government of Manitoba.- Attend all meetings of the Board of Directors. Provide operational and financial reports, and strategic plan implementation activities.- Ensure the Board is informed of all significant decisions, operational activities and industry trends that may affect the NSI's viability, reputation, and relationship with its stakeholders. - Obtain Board and/or Executive Committee approval for NSI matters in accordance with the bylaws, policies and directions set by the Board of Directors or Executive Committee.CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS - Demonstrated track record of strategic visionary leadership in film and television, not-for-profit, or other relevant experience.- An understanding of Canada's constantly evolving film, television, and digital media landscape, with a passion for elevating Canadian talent and commitment to Canadian storytelling.- A track record of constituency-building and inclusiveness especially towards under-represented communities.- Brings a vision for the future of NSI.- An experienced fundraiser who stewards sponsors, donors, and funders from private and public sectors.- Strong administrative and management skills, able to foster a collaborative and open-door culture with staff and the Board.- An excellent relationship-builder who communicates the NSI mission with authenticity and passion, who can inspire staff, the Board, alumni, donors, and industry professionals.- Proven grant-writing skills and fundraising expertise in attracting foundation, government, corporate and individual donors.- Entrepreneurial; possesses strong business acumen and financial management skills.- Experience in dealing with budgets and financial planning.- An understanding of the trends in multi-platform content creation.- The NSI is a national organization; fluency in both official languages is an asset.- Applicants outside of Winnipeg, Manitoba will be required to re-locate.COMPENSATIONA competitive compensation package including base salary (range between $125,000 to $145,000) and benefits will be provided, commensurate with experience. The National Screen Institute prioritizes the well-being and flexibility of our employees by offering a remote work/hybrid policy, empowering them to work from their homes. While this role includes partial hours at our downtown Winnipeg location every week, the ED will have the flexibility to work remotely for the remaining hours. In addition, to provide a good work/life balance the NSI Board has approved a four-day work week for all staff, including the Executive Director.
Delivery Associate Director
NTT DATA,
Req ID: 260738 NTT DATA Services strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now. We are currently seeking a Delivery Associate Director to join our team in Vancover, British Columbia (CA-BC), Canada (CA). • Leads and directs Delivery area which provides services to clients in connection with the design, development and implementation of IT solutions using software / hardware systems or the integration of software / hardware systems or professional IT solutions services. • Provides strategic direction and oversight in developing teams' capabilities, achieving financial and operational objectives and successfully delivering on client commitments. • Develops the Delivery line of business and drives consistent processes and practices around the world. • Manages a staff of professional-level team members or manages a team through lower-level supervisors. • Works within general policies and management guidance, independently determining approach to managing daily operations. • Provides guidance and technical advice, becoming actively involved as necessary. • Provides leadership, direction, and oversight of activities such as system design and analysis, applications and system programming, database management, network systems, telecommunications, and data processing operations. • Recruits, manages, and develops management teams. • Has primary responsibility for overseeing the technical design and delivery of strategic outsourcing engagements. • Works with Marketing and Sales teams to execute sales strategies. •Proof of COVID vaccination is required to be on-site. Skills: • 10 years of Project Management • 10 years of Advanced influencing and communication skills. • 10 years of advanced client service skills and leadership capabilities. • Advanced knowledge, understanding, and application of project management principles and methodologies. • Excellent analytical / problem-solving skills. • Excellent organizational and time management skills. • Excellent budgeting, business financial, and P&L skills. • Ability to develop comprehensive and complex operational and strategic plans #INDICS About NTT DATA Services NTT DATA Services is a recognized leader in IT and business services, including cloud, data and applications, headquartered in Texas. As part of NTT DATA, a $30 billion trusted global innovator with a combined global reach of over 80 countries, we help clients transform through business and technology consulting, industry and digital solutions, applications development and management, managed edge-to-cloud infrastructure services, BPO, systems integration and global data centers. We are committed to our clients' long-term success. Visit nttdata.com or LinkedIn to learn more. NTT DATA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team. Job Segment: Cloud, Telecom, Telecommunications, Project Manager, Database, Technology
Director, Brand & Communications
Canadian Feed The Children, Remote, Across
Title: Director, Brand & Communications Type: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week) Location: Flexible (Must reside in Canada) Canadian Feed the Children's vision is a world in which children, youth and their communities thrive, realizing their full potential. CFTC works in partnership with local NGO's and communities in Uganda, Ethiopia, Ghana, Bolivia and with Indigenous Peoples in Canada. We are here with communities who are building local, self-reliant, sustainable systems to provide food for their children, youth, and families across generations. We work in solidarity with communities to impact all areas of nourishment at all stages of their lives, including income generation, education, gender equality, racial justice, and climate impacts. If you share our passion for bettering children's lives, and you thrive in a collaborative, values-based culture please consider applying for this role. About this Opportunity The Director, Brand & Communications will work closely with the VP, Philanthropy, Brand & Communications and across the entire organization to implement an exciting brand transformation for Canadian Feed The Children (CFTC) that is part of the 10-year strategic directions of the organization. During this time of transformation, the Director will implement efforts to enhance CFTC's strategic communications and ensure an integrated, cohesive approach to elevating the voice, profile and reputation of the organization, and its partners across all audiences. The incumbent will lead the cross-functional implementation of CFTC's brand strategy, ensuring compelling communication that engages staff, donors, partners, communities and the general public. Additionally, this role is responsible for developing integrated revenue strategies and implementing revenue generating initiatives that support revenue goals. Areas of Responsibility 1. Lead, mentor, and manage a team of marketing and communications professionals, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence. 2. Develop and align strategic communications across traditional and online platforms to effectively demonstrate CFTC's mission and impact. 3. Execute and implement brand transformation strategies and communication plans in alignment with CFTC's mission, vision, values, and goals. 4. Collaborate with the VP, Philanthropy, Brand and Communications to design and lead integrated brand activation campaigns and public relations efforts. 5. Work closely with local partners in Uganda, Ethiopia, Ghana, Bolivia, and Indigenous communities in Canada, ensuring authentic storytelling and narrative representation. 6. Track campaign KPIs, providing insights and recommendations to enhance future campaigns and overall results. 7. Lead the creation and implementation of integrated marketing and communication initiatives to boost CFTC's brand awareness, relevance, and reputation. 8. Drive compelling storytelling, content creation, and messaging across various channels and platforms. 9. Collaborate with the fundraising team to develop effective campaigns and strategies for donor engagement.10. Manage and transform the organization's digital presence, including website, social media, email marketing, and other digital platforms. 11. Design and implement tools for continuous improvement and data-driven strategies. 12. Coordinate with partner agencies for the successful launch of new brand and activation campaigns. 13. Oversee the optimization of digital properties, aligning messaging, engagement, and user experience with brand and organizational priorities. 14. Develop and maintain departmental and cross-functional budgets, analytics, and financial reporting. What we Offer: 1. Join our team and enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being:2. Flexible Work Environment: Embrace a work-life balance with our remote work options. 3. Health & Dental Benefits: Comprehensive coverage to ensure your health and wellness. 4. Pension Program: Secure your future with our employer-matched pension plan. 5. Summer Hours & Holiday Program: Enjoy flexible summer schedules and extended holiday periods. 6. Generous Time Off: Benefit from personal days, vacation, and sick leave to recharge and refresh. 7. Volunteer Opportunities: Make a difference with paid volunteer days. 8. Parental Leave Top-Up: Additional support during your parental leave. 9. Learning and Development Support: Invest in your career with our continuous learning and professional development opportunities. 10. Inclusive Culture: Be part of a workplace that is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, decolonization, anti-racism, and anti-oppression.
Managing Director, Branch Channels
BMO, Toronto, ON
Application Deadline: 05/30/2024Address:33 Dundas Street WestThe Team:Our mission is to provide BMO Branches and customer-facing colleagues with the best technology experience to enable a world-class customer experience. Our expertise lies in defining, developing, building and evolving the future architecture of our Branch platforms and systems. We strive to ensure the highest availability, reliability, and resiliency of our technology applications to support the branch operations.Our Ambition:Guided by our mission to deliver customer-centric and business-enabling enterprise-grade systems and applications, our focus is unwavering. We are committed to achieving the highest quality with the shortest time-to-market while utilizing best-in-class engineering practices and adopting agile ways of working. Security and world-class resiliency are integral aspects of our pursuit to best-in-class service delivery.Our contribution aligns with BMO's strategic priorities, delivering not just solutions, but a commitment to quality, efficiency, and operational excellence and resilience in every aspect of our work.The Impact:This is a Business-to-Consumer (B2C) and Canadian P&BB Technology Leadership role with a large, impactful, and highly visible mandate driving complex platform modernization and leading critical delivery and transformation roadmaps. The Managing Director, Branch Technology Platforms leads strategic initiatives, builds future state architectures, defines standards, fosters knowledge sharing and collaborates with various business, Technology and Operations (T&O), and external executives and senior partners and stakeholders to achieve our vision.Be a part of a unique opportunity to define and enable BMO Branch technology vision and directly impact BMO's One Client vision.What's in it for you:We are looking for a transformational technology leader to drive the execution of strategic initiatives that will achieve our technology, delivery business vision.You will lead and develop platforms, applications and solutions centered on building a digitally enabled, future-ready bank with leading efficiency, profitability, and loyalty - all powered by a Winning Culture.In this role, you will be responsible for defining strategy, designing roadmaps, leading development teams, driving principles and standards that will achieve future state architecture and enable our digital factory.The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in platform development, distributed systems, and a desire to drive change through technology enablement across the bank. The role requires the candidate to be proficient in modern cloud, microservices and technologies.In this role you will propel BMO's Digital First strategy forward by providing business and technology necessary leadership to realize a Future Ready platforms and applications ecosystem.Reporting to the Head, Channels Technology, the Managing Director Branch Channels, has North American scope and is responsible for developing the end-to-end accountability for Branch Channels within Channels Technology. They are accountable for the business partner relationship with the senior executives of all BMO Branch Channels and all related BMO Lines of Business (P&BB and Wealth). Included in the Managing Director portfolio are financials, projects, resourcing, service delivery, strategy, app ownership and evolution. The role provides management oversight, governance and monitoring for day to day and technology solutions. The role will focus on effective teams integration between Branch Technology Solutions, Digitization, Business Process Resort and Home Finance to improve delivery and execute an overall Branch strategy and roadmap. The role is accountable for managing a team of 5 direct reports, 300+ employees and contractors and over $35MM of annual budget.Responsibilities:Strategy & Planning Helps determine business priorities and best sequence for execution of business/group strategy.Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.Works with executive leaders to identify, develop and execute recommendations for short andlong-term strategic directions/opportunities in support of the achievement of the business planobjectives and overall results.Supports the business case development by identifying needs, analyzing potential options andassessing expected return on investment.Recommends business priorities, advises on resource requirements and develops roadmap forstrategic execution.Stakeholder & Operational Management Ensures optimal decision-making between internal stakeholders, including between thebusiness/group and Technology senior leaders.Acts as a trusted advisor to senior leaders for making business decisions and implementing strategic initiatives.Acts as a prime contact for internal/external stakeholder relationships, which may include regulatorReviews, approves, and provides expert guidance on the Operational Vision (or business case) and application architecture.Drives creation of proper planning process (e.g., development of a pandemic plan and development of a Business Continuity Plan) to ensure performance, availability, and problem recovery of platform applications in achieving the agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs).Delivery & Execution Directs and provides oversight of delivery and execution across portfolio, maximizing thevalues of integrated development, testing and service delivery within each of the channelsBreaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights andrecommendations.Receives escalations from the team and works with Extended Teams and relevant parties toremove blockers and problem solveMonitors and tracks delivery performance (SLA's/ KPIs), and addresses any issues.Analyses historical and real time data to identify areas for improvement and drives actionplans to implement.Managerial Leadership Sets organizational/ team goals and executes on overall BMO strategy, senior leadershipdirection and ongoing needs analysis.Establishes achievable objectives including planning, implementing and continuouslyevaluating team performance against these objectives.Provides support, coaching and mentorship as required, based on management teammaturity level.Attracts top talent to build a high performing teamEncourages Training, learning & development to grow and retain talentQualifications:15+ years of work experience in technology and business environments.Degree in computer science, engineering, or information systems.Proven experience in Technology Leadership and software theory, practice, concepts, and emerging technologies.In-depth knowledge of Software Development Life Cycles and Waterfall and Agile delivery practices and ways of working.In-depth knowledge of project/portfolio management methodology and its applicability to successful delivery of technical change.Experience driving the Technology Transformation for Branch ChannelsProficient in identifying strategic technical direction of cloud, distributed systems, continuous Integration/deployment/testing/monitoring/security/improvement, systems management, enterprise data and access layers.Possesses a deep understanding and problem-solving ability of various complexities.Expert knowledge in the techniques that go into producing designs of complex systems, including requirements discovery and analysis, formulation of solution context, identification of solution alternatives and their assessment, technology selection, and design configuration.Ability to see and communicate the big picture in an inspiring way, being forward looking and staying ahead of industry and technology trends to generate new and innovative approaches to problems.Motivated by success and passionate about working and achieving higher results. Persists to complete responsibilities, even in the face of difficulties. Optimistic and tenacious all through.Expert in verbal and written communication.Expert in analytical and problem-solving skills.Expert in influence skills.Expert in collaboration and team building skills with a focus on cross-group outcomes.Expert in data driven decision making.Please note the target base salary range for this specific position is noted as a range from $175,000 CDN to $190,000 CDN Grade:50Job Category:People Manager / GestionnaireWe're here to helpAt BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other's differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
Managing Director, Branch Channels
BMO Financial Group, Toronto, ON
Application Deadline: 05/30/2024 Address: 33 Dundas Street West Job Family Group: Technology The Team: Our mission is to provide BMO Branches and customer-facing colleagues with the best technology experience to enable a world-class customer experience. Our expertise lies in defining, developing, building and evolving the future architecture of our Branch platforms and systems. We strive to ensure the highest availability, reliability, and resiliency of our technology applications to support the branch operations. Our Ambition: Guided by our mission to deliver customer-centric and business-enabling enterprise-grade systems and applications, our focus is unwavering. We are committed to achieving the highest quality with the shortest time-to-market while utilizing best-in-class engineering practices and adopting agile ways of working. Security and world-class resiliency are integral aspects of our pursuit to best-in-class service delivery. Our contribution aligns with BMO's strategic priorities, delivering not just solutions, but a commitment to quality, efficiency, and operational excellence and resilience in every aspect of our work. The Impact: This is a Business-to-Consumer (B2C) and Canadian P&BB Technology Leadership role with a large, impactful, and highly visible mandate driving complex platform modernization and leading critical delivery and transformation roadmaps. The Managing Director, Branch Technology Platforms leads strategic initiatives, builds future state architectures, defines standards, fosters knowledge sharing and collaborates with various business, Technology and Operations (T&O), and external executives and senior partners and stakeholders to achieve our vision. Be a part of a unique opportunity to define and enable BMO Branch technology vision and directly impact BMOs One Client vision. What's in it for you: We are looking for a transformational technology leader to drive the execution of strategic initiatives that will achieve our technology, delivery business vision. You will lead and develop platforms, applications and solutions centered on building a digitally enabled, future-ready bank with leading efficiency, profitability, and loyalty - all powered by a Winning Culture. In this role, you will be responsible for defining strategy, designing roadmaps, leading development teams, driving principles and standards that will achieve future state architecture and enable our digital factory. The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in platform development, distributed systems, and a desire to drive change through technology enablement across the bank. The role requires the candidate to be proficient in modern cloud, microservices and technologies. In this role you will propel BMO's Digital First strategy forward by providing business and technology necessary leadership to realize a Future Ready platforms and applications ecosystem. Reporting to the Head, Channels Technology, the Managing Director Branch Channels, has North American scope and is responsible for developing the end-to-end accountability for Branch Channels within Channels Technology. They are accountable for the business partner relationship with the senior executives of all BMO Branch Channels and all related BMO Lines of Business (P&BB and Wealth). Included in the Managing Director portfolio are financials, projects, resourcing, service delivery, strategy, app ownership and evolution. The role provides management oversight, governance and monitoring for day to day and technology solutions. The role will focus on effective teams integration between Branch Technology Solutions, Digitization, Business Process Resort and Home Finance to improve delivery and execute an overall Branch strategy and roadmap. The role is accountable for managing a team of 5 direct reports, 300+ employees and contractors and over $35MM of annual budget. Responsibilities: Strategy & Planning Helps determine business priorities and best sequence for execution of business/group strategy. Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues. Works with executive leaders to identify, develop and execute recommendations for short and long-term strategic directions/opportunities in support of the achievement of the business plan objectives and overall results. Supports the business case development by identifying needs, analyzing potential options and assessing expected return on investment. Recommends business priorities, advises on resource requirements and develops roadmap for strategic execution. Stakeholder & Operational Management Ensures optimal decision-making between internal stakeholders, including between the business/group and Technology senior leaders. Acts as a trusted advisor to senior leaders for making business decisions and implementing strategic initiatives. Acts as a prime contact for internal/external stakeholder relationships, which may include regulator Reviews, approves, and provides expert guidance on the Operational Vision (or business case) and application architecture. Drives creation of proper planning process (e.g., development of a pandemic plan and development of a Business Continuity Plan) to ensure performance, availability, and problem recovery of platform applications in achieving the agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Delivery & Execution Directs and provides oversight of delivery and execution across portfolio, maximizing the values of integrated development, testing and service delivery within each of the channels Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations. Receives escalations from the team and works with Extended Teams and relevant parties to remove blockers and problem solve Monitors and tracks delivery performance (SLAs/ KPIs), and addresses any issues. Analyses historical and real time data to identify areas for improvement and drives action plans to implement. Managerial Leadership Sets organizational/ team goals and executes on overall BMO strategy, senior leadership direction and ongoing needs analysis. Establishes achievable objectives including planning, implementing and continuously evaluating team performance against these objectives. Provides support, coaching and mentorship as required, based on management team maturity level. Attracts top talent to build a high performing team Encourages Training, learning & development to grow and retain talent Qualifications: 15+ years of work experience in technology and business environments. Degree in computer science, engineering, or information systems. Proven experience in Technology Leadership and software theory, practice, concepts, and emerging technologies. In-depth knowledge of Software Development Life Cycles and Waterfall and Agile delivery practices and ways of working. In-depth knowledge of project/portfolio management methodology and its applicability to successful delivery of technical change. Experience driving the Technology Transformation for Branch Channels Proficient in identifying strategic technical direction of cloud, distributed systems, continuous Integration/deployment/testing/monitoring/security/improvement, systems management, enterprise data and access layers. Possesses a deep understanding and problem-solving ability of various complexities. Expert knowledge in the techniques that go into producing designs of complex systems, including requirements discovery and analysis, formulation of solution context, identification of solution alternatives and their assessment, technology selection, and design configuration. Ability to see and communicate the big picture in an inspiring way, being forward looking and staying ahead of industry and technology trends to generate new and innovative approaches to problems. Motivated by success and passionate about working and achieving higher results. Persists to complete responsibilities, even in the face of difficulties. Optimistic and tenacious all through. Expert in verbal and written communication. Expert in analytical and problem-solving skills. Expert in influence skills. Expert in collaboration and team building skills with a focus on cross-group outcomes. Expert in data driven decision making. Please note the target base salary range for this specific position is noted as a range from $175,000 CDN to $190,000 CDN Compensation and Benefits: Pay Type: Salaried The above represents BMO Financial Groups pay range and type. Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Groups expected target for the first year in this position. BMO Financial Groups total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards Were here to help At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world. As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one for yourself and our customers. Well support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, well help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset. To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en. BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each others differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter. Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes. BMO is a leading bank driven by a single purpose: to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. Everywhere we do business, were focused on building, investing and transforming how we work to drive performance and continue growing the good. Who we are Were proud to be fueling growth and expanding possibilities for individuals, families and businesses. More than 12 million customers count on us for personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment services. As the 8th largest bank in North America by assets, we provide personal and commercial banking, wealth management and investment services to more than 12 million customers. In Canada, the United States and across the globe, well continue to build, invest and transform to drive performance that serves the good that grows.
Director of Architecture
PwC, Toronto, ON
A career in Products and Technology is an opportunity to bring PwC's strategy to life by driving products and technology into everything we deliver. Our clients expect us to bring the right people and the right technology to solve their biggest problems; Products and Technology is here to help PwC meet that challenge and accelerate the growth of our business. We have skilled technologists, data scientists, product managers and business strategists who are using technology to accelerate change. Our team is responsible for the entire vision of a technical system to solve a specific purpose. We are comprised of individuals with a focus in Business, Information, Application / Solution and Infrastructure Architecture. Meaningful work you'll be part of As a Director of Architecture , you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Oversee all Enterprise and Solution Architecture activities • Ensure that the firm's business and technology strategies are aligned Govern the definition, implementation, compliance, and execution of the Enterprise Architecture processes • Ensure current and future needs of building digital products in PwC will be met in an efficient, sustainable, and adaptable manner • Develop, communicate and deploy Enterprise Architecture Governance processes • Develop and maintain the Enterprise Architecture roadmap for the enterprise and g ain organizational commitment for enterprise level architecture and infrastructure initiatives • S trategize and design technology solutions that are helping our clients solve their complex business issues • Develop architectural and design principles to improve performance, capacity , and scalability of products • Performing deep dive technical assessments, architecture reviews, and feasibility analyses of large-scale applications and software • Actively support the implementation, and execution of the processes for the definition, maintenance, and compliance management of the enterprise architecture • Manage a team of enterprise and solutions architects and be r esponsible for coaching and mentoring and technical guidance on best practices in product engineering Experiences and skills you'll use to solve • Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering • Azure/Google Cloud Platform or Amazon Web Services certifications (Solutions Architect or Developer) preferred • TOGAF certification preferred • Extensive hands-on experience working in large scale software solution implementations • Expert knowledge and experience in enterprise software architecture • Enterprise technology strategy and solutioning expertise to determine technical paths in defining and designing digital products, considering all areas like integration, extensibility, scalability, performance, security • Cloud-ready architectures utilizing infrastructure and platform cloud services for AWS, GCP, or Azure • Gen AI-related experience • Service-oriented, event-driven microservices architectures • Big Data / Analytics / AI tools • DevOps such as CD/CI, virtualization, automation, continuous integration • Web/Mobile architecture stacks • Persistence such as RDBMS/NoSQL data stores and appropriate use cases • Rapid-prototyping workflows and development tools • Containerization, and experience in using Docker and/or Kubernetes • Able to effectively lead large technical teams and oversee large implementations in an Agile environment • Ability to translate between business and technical stakeholders as required to meet strategic objectives • A demonstrated commitment to valuing differences and working alongside and/or coaching diverse people and perspectives Why you'll love PwC We're inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you'll be a part of amazing teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at http://pwc.com/ca/whypwc . Your Application to PwC We embrace new technology to deliver securely and differently for our candidates. To protect your personal information, apply at http://pwc.com/ca/careers and visit http://pwc.com/ca/applytopwc to learn more about what your recruitment experience could look like. The most connected firm through activity based working PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment - one that is collaborative, supportive and productive. We work in-person and virtually, as is best suited for our clients, teams and people . We want you to be intentional with your work, how you do it and where it's done. PwC offices are hubs of connectivity and learning. We strongly encourage our people to prioritise in-person work, whether it's in the office or at a client site. This means we expect you to be in-person (either with clients or in the office) at least half of your time. We know that hybrid work is all about At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We're committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.We're committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require an accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.
Director, Business Insights
BMO, Toronto, ON
Application Deadline: 03/31/2024Address:100 King Street WestDesigns, builds and operates ETL and pipeline development activities and modeling solutions that facilitate data storage, integration, management, data quality, validation and security, supporting the entire data asset lifecycle. Designs, implements and maintains data flow channels and data processing systems that support the collection, storage, batch and real-time processing, and analysis of information in a scalable, repeatable and secure manner. Manages corporate apps and data in the cloud and technical tasks involved in planning, architecting, migrating, monitoring, and management of enterprise cloud systems.Supports the creation and enforcement of policies for effective data management.Formulates techniques for effective data management, quality data collection to ensure adequacy, accuracy and legitimacy of data.Devises and implements efficient and secure procedures for data handling and analysis with attention to all technical aspects.Supports the daily use of data systems and ensure adherence to legal and company standards. Establish rules and procedures for data sharing.Monitors and analyzes information and data systems and evaluate their performance to discover ways of enhancing them (new technologies, upgrades etc.)Ensures digital databases and archives are protected from security breaches and data losses.Troubleshoots data-related problems and authorize maintenance or modifications.Fosters a culture aligned to BMO purpose, values and strategy and role models BMO values and behaviours in all that they do.Ensures alignment between values and behaviour that fosters diversity and inclusion.Regularly connects work to BMO's purpose, sets inspirational goals, defines clear expected outcomes, and ensures clear accountability for follow through.Builds interdependent teams that collaborate across functional and operating groups to create the highest value for all stakeholders.Attracts, retains, and enables the career development of top talent.Improves team performance, recognizes and rewards performance, coaches employees, supports their development, and manages poor performance.Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.Implements changes in response to shifting trends.Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.Qualifications: Advanced level of proficiency: Critical thinking.Data Fabric.Data governance.Data integrity.Data Privacy.Data quality.Ontology Design.Semantic Layer.Systems thinking.Data management.Enterprise Data Management.Master Data Management.Metadata Management.Verbal & written communication skills.Analytical and problem solving skills.Influence skills.Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration.Able to manage ambiguity.Data driven decision making.Typically 7+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.Grade:8Job Category:People Manager / GestionnaireWe're here to helpAt BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other's differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
Cybersecurity & Privacy, Strategy, Transformation & Risk (ST&R), Director
PwC, Montreal, QC
A career within Cybersecurity and Privacy services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients implement an effective cybersecurity programme that protects against threats, propels transformation, and drives growth. As companies pivot toward a digital business model, exponentially more data is generated and shared among organisations, partners and customers. We play an integral role in helping our clients ensure they are protected by developing transformation strategies focused on security, efficiently integrate and manage new or existing technology systems to deliver continuous operational improvements and increase their cybersecurity investment, and detect, respond, and remediate threats. Meaningful work you'll be part of As a Cybersecurity & Privacy, Strategy, Transformation & Risk (ST&R), Director , you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:• Communicating with the clients to understand their cybersecurity and privacy objectives and requirements • Understanding the clients cybersecurity journey and scoping out comprehensive roadmaps and architectures as well as individual project strategies to improve their processes. • Enabling the team to perform cyber threat modeling and business impact analysis to ensure cyber assets are adequately protected with proper cybersecurity measures and controls. • Ensuring that the team develops KRIs and identifies how to measure and report on KRIs. • Leading and overseeing a diverse range of cybersecurity specialists to successfully deliver implementation and operational projects in areas such as Architecture and Strategy, Identity and Access Management, Monitoring, Operational Technology Security, Network security to name just a few. • Collaborating with key client business stakeholders to facilitate cyber risk assessments and informed decision-making. • Ensuring that risk-based management choices align with laws and regulations that are applicable to our clients. Experiences and skills you'll use to solve• Functional understanding of the various cybersecurity tools. • Ability to design and deliver cyber security strategies, operating models, risks and capabilities. • Knowledge of Canadian, US and global cybersecurity regulatory requirements. • Ability to identify cyber opportunities with clients and propose solutions that meet the client's needs. • Leadership qualities and the ability to be recognized as the subject matter expert on cyber risk management when our client requires. • Project management and project planning skills. • Clear and articulate written and verbal communication skills. • Good facilitation, delivery skills, presentation and report writing skills. • Effective leadership and people management skills. • Ability to develop and manage senior-level relationships. • Cybersecurity Consulting and/or operational experience. • The ability to work on a number of projects, meet deadlines and manage stakeholder expectations. • The successful candidate requires fluency in English, in addition to French as they will be required to support or collaborate with English-speaking clients, colleagues and/or stakeholders during the course of their employment with PwC Canada. • A demonstrate d commitment to valuing differences and working alongside and/or coaching diverse people and perspectives . Why you'll love PwC We're inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you'll be a part of amazing teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more a bout us at http://pwc.com/ca/whypwc . Your Application to PwC We embrace new technology to deliver securely and differently for our candidates. To protect your personal information, apply at http://pwc.com/ca/careers and visit http://pwc.com/ca/applytopwc to learn more about what your recruitment experience could look like. The most connected firm through activity based working PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment - one that is collaborative, supportive and productive. We work in-person and virtually, as is best suited for our clients, teams and people . We want you to be intentional with your work, how you do it and where it's done. PwC offices are hubs of connectivity and learning. We strongly encourage our people to prioritise in-person work, whether it's in the office or at a client site. This means we expect you to be in-person (either with clients or in the office) at least half of your time. We know that hybrid work is all about balance, and capturing the benefits of in-person work is essential to your growth at the firm. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer. At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We're committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.We're committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require an accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.
Director Digital Product Design
RBC, Toronto, ON
Job SummaryJob DescriptionWHO ARE WE?Houseful is on an ambitious mission to help Canadians confidently own their home. We help consumers start their journey towards home ownership and navigate decisions with confidence. We provide digital experiences, education, a team of professionals, and the core products needed to become empowered to buy and own a home.WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?Houseful is looking for an experienced design leader with a track record of building and shipping successful consumer digital products to fill the position of Director of Product Design. This person will have a direct reporting line to the chief product officer of Houseful, manage a team of product designers, and is ultimately responsible for customer experience across all modes of engagement with Houseful customers.The ideal candidate is comfortable contributing to product strategy at a high level, setting and executing towards a vision for customer experience, bringing together the collective creativity and solutioning power of stakeholders across the organisation, driving buy-in and alignment, and partnering with product management, engineering, and marketing to execute towards that vision and strategy. This person is also comfortable rolling up their sleeves, supporting Houseful with whatever is required whenever necessary. As the Houseful organization and services scale, this person will continue to advocate for the design team and support the growth of our design team members.WHAT WILL YOU DO?Be a key member of the Houseful product leadership team with a bias towards action, helping the business efficiently diagnose customer centric problem spaces, formulate strategies, and drive execution through the product development process.Collaborate with houseful product managers, engineers, marketing, and operations, to bring new product and service experiences to life and nurture them.Drive and maintain a cohesive and high quality customer experience across multiple products and services.Serve as a player-coach to continuously up-level designers and processes, including career management, all while driving experience vision, strategy and supporting execution.Nurture and advocate for a culture of customer centricity across the Houseful business.WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?Excellent communication skills; The ability to connect with technical and non-technical audiences and effectively communicate why and story tell.Overarching technical and hands on experience in both the Product Design and User Experience domains, including best practices and tools for startup cultures.A love of advocating for, coaching and developing the skills of your team, and an organised approach to their career development.Mastery of diagnostics of customer problems and how that drives solutioning and innovation of customer experiences. Examples of skills are leading design thinking exercises, journey mapping, service blueprints, commissioning and coordinating customer research, user testing, and using customer behaviour data to uncover user experience problems.Confident and proactive in driving and facilitating collaboration and relationship building.Healthy curiosity and a relentless and infectious pursuit of learningSelf motivation to continuously map competitive experiences and emerging best experience practices, tools, and processes.Comfortable moving quickly and with ambiguity, and the intuition to know when enough is known to take decisive action to move forward.An all in attitude and approach doing whatever it takes to make a product and business idea succeedMust Haves:7+ years of digital product design experience or a similar role3+ years in a senior leadership role contributing to product strategy and managing designers and creative team members2+ years in an agile, lean execution environmentDeep knowledge in at least 6 of the following areas of design: UX/Interaction Design, UI/Visual Design, Understanding Human Behaviour, Business and Product Strategy, Design Thinking, Accessibility and Inclusive Design, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, UX Research, Analytics, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Storytelling, Information Design, Information Architecture, Design Systems, Growth DesignBA/BS degree in Design (e.g., HCI, Interaction, Graphic, Visual Communications, Product,Industrial Design) or a related field or equivalent experience Portfolio / Case Studies with recent work samplesNice-to-haves:Experience in proptech or fintechs or startups leading digital financial product developmentExperience with multimodal experiences that combine digital and human powered experiencesExperience with 2-sided marketplaces where consumers find service providers or products.Experience in creating digital experiences that connect customers with industry experts(e.g., Advisors, Customer Support) across various platformsExploratory work with new AI-driven tools that supplement or augment the work of designers, researchers, and/or developers.Exploratory work with AI driven customer experiencesWhats in it for you?We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicableLeaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesAbility to make a difference and lasting impactWork in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamA world-class training program in financial servicesFlexible work/life balance optionsOpportunities to do challenging work#LI-hybrid#LI-POST#TechPJJob SkillsAdditional Job DetailsAddress:20 KING ST W:TORONTOCity:TORONTOCountry:CanadaWork hours/week:37.5Employment Type:Full timePlatform:Personal and Commercial BankingJob Type:RegularPay Type:SalariedPosted Date:2024-03-11Application Deadline:2024-05-14Inclusion and Equal Opportunity EmploymentAt RBC, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work. We are taking actions to tackle issues of inequity and systemic bias to support our diverse talent, clients and communities.We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our prospective employees with different abilities. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.Join our Talent CommunityStay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com.
Technology Strategy & Transformation, Director
PwC, Toronto, ON
A career within Technology Strategy services, will provide you with the opportunity to help organisations develop strategies that transform their technology capabilities and solve their most critical challenges. We focus on building technology enabled and agile operating models, planning their new enterprise architecture into a differentiating capability system that helps them win in the market, leveraging digital analytics to enhance the customer experience and optimising business operations, and using modern management techniques such as robotic process automation and next generation sourcing strategies to help our clients get fit for growth.Meaningful work you'll be part ofWe are seeking an experienced and dynamic Strategic Business Leader (i.e. a Transformation Architect) to join our Technology Strategy & Transformation team, playing a pivotal role in shaping, and driving technology and data strategies across our Canadian Government clients , particularly in the Outsorucing space . You will be responsible for aligning business and technology strategies, translating technical concepts into executive-level content and communications, and enabling effective decision-making by our client's senior technology leaders. You will be part of our national Technology Strategy & Transformation team helping customers solve large-scale strategic business problems with technology-enabled solutions. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Strategic Technology Guidance : Leverage your industry depth and knowledge of key trends, emerging technologies and leading practices to provide strategic technology guidance to our Government clients. Stay ahead of current trends and likely disruptors in the Public Sector industry, enabling the identification of innovative solutions and opportunities for growth in the delivery of government services and operations. You will serve as a trusted advisor to CIO/CTOs and their leadership teams, building and ma intaining relationships with these leaders to support their priorities and transformation journeys. • IT Outsourcing: Support cli ents throughout their outsourcing lifecycle journey from initial strategy through to end-of-contract deal reviews . You will have experience managing complex transformational and/or modernization programs built around the procurement of technology solutions, system integrators, and outsourcing service providers. Further you will also possess experience with complex technology, business process or general outsourcing contracts, and outsourcing advisory in general. Technical Expertise : Demonstrate expertise in technical project management, digital delivery, or technology consulting relevant to our clients, sectors, and industries. Bring a deep understanding of cloud technologies and the integration and implementation of emerging technology into business solutions. You possess hands-on experience in delivering complex technology solutions. • Architectural Assessment and Road Mapping : Evaluate and assess complex technology application ecosystems and architectures, considering solution options and recommending implementation approaches. Develop comprehensive roadmaps that align with business goals and drive digital transformation initiatives across Public Sector clients. Building business models into technical models and architectures to guide implementation teams using architecture tools. Experiences and skills you'll use to solve:• Deep experience linking business and technology strategies, plans, and roadmaps, using enterprise architecture concepts and frameworks • The ability to translate technical concepts into executive level presentations and discussions • The ability to lead the solution perspective and teams, developing complex solutions across multiple technology eco-system vendors • Demonstrated executive level communications skills with prior working experience in a consulting environment • The ability to develop actionable insights from Architectural principles and priorities • Experience with vendor relationship management, including processes, best practices, and governance structure • Experience with contract negotiations, including an understanding of standard clauses / SLAs, major risk areas, and approaches to achieving favorable outcomes for all parties • Experience developing and maintaining an enterprise architecture artifacts, including detailed technical designs for enterprise solutions, with a consideration of dependencies across solutions • Understands the vendor landscape, including major players in the outsourcing market and their core offerings • Hands-on knowledge of leading systems used in the Public Sector • Experience integrating solutions across SaaS, Cloud native as well as Outsource providers and their related data flows • Experience using Enterprise Architecture modeling tools • Enterprise architecture certifications, such as TOGAF, along with relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect), demonstrating a strong foundation in architectural principles, frameworks, and cloud technologies • Ability to achieve Reliability Clearance with the Government of Canada • Join our team and contribute to shaping the technology landscape in the Public Sector industry by leveraging the power of technology. We offer a dynamic work environment, exciting growth opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on our client's success. Apply now to become a part of our visionary team as we navigate the forefront of technological innovation in the cloud. Why you'll love PwC We're inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you'll be a part of amazing teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at http://pwc.com/ca/whypwc . Your Application to PwC We embrace new technology to deliver securely and differently for our candidates. To protect your personal information, apply at http://pwc.com/ca/careers and visit http://pwc.com/ca/applytopwc to learn more about what your recruitment experience could look like. The most connected firm through activity based working PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment - one that is collaborative, supportive and productive. We work in-person and virtually, as is best suited for our clients, teams and people. We want you to be intentional with your work, how you do it and where it's done. PwC offices are hubs of connectivity and learning. We strongly encourage our people to prioritise in-person work, whether it's in the office or at a client site. This means we expect you to be in-person (either with clients or in the office) at least half of your time. We know that hybrid work is all about balance, and capturing the benefits of in-person work is essential to your growth at the firm. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer. At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We're committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.We're committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require an accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.
Director Branded Retail, West
Rogers, Vancouver, BC
Director Branded Retail, West Rogers Wireless is seeking collaborative, digital-first team members committed to keeping Canadians connected. As Canada's market leader, Rogers Wireless offers a range of specialized plans, products, and services through its three wireless brands: Rogers, Fido, and chatr. We are proudly paving the way for the future of wireless innovation on the country's largest and most reliable 5G network.Come build a rewarding career at Rogers and be a driving force behind our success story!The Branded Regional Director is accountable for ensuring achievement of key performance metrics for consumer and small business across all Branded Retail Corporate Stores.In this role you will work closely with corporate partners, other Regional Directors, and Area Managers within Western Canada to implement strategic initiatives and achieve desired performance. You have a commitment to operational excellence that is driven by your passion to deliver on the customer experience.Home base for this role will operate from Vancouver, Calgary or EdmontonWhat you will do: Coach, develop and retain a high-performing sales team through a people first leadership approach. Drive engagement to enhance employee and customer experience in stores. Manage operational performance and profitability of retail stores within a defined territory. Communicate with cross-functional partners to ensure alignment of internal business priorities. Analyze sales results and trends in the Western region against objectives. Enhance brand reputation and employer value presence in the Western region. Maintain a presence in field with Area Managers and Store Managers Invest in the growth of employees through various development programs. Participate in community events and outreach efforts. Qualifications: Senior Leadership: You have Senior Management/Regional leadership experience in a multi-unit environment. Interpersonal & Communication Skills:You can successfully build rapport and establish influential connections with team members through clear and effective verbal and written communication. Sales & Service Effectiveness: Proven success in driving favourable profitability and market growth in the region while developing a strong sales and service culture. Building Relationships: Build and nurture key partnerships and relationships that have impact and influence across various functions and groups at all levels of an organization Strategic Planning: Experience developing budget and annual retail strategic plans and objectives. Requirement for travel regionally and nationally for business. What's in it for you: Health: Quick access to one of the best flex health and dental benefits, Parental Leave and Benefits- (Top Up, Gradual Return to work- Parental Leave), Mental Health and Support benefits- 100% coverage, Employee and Family Assistance Program benefits Healthcare from Home: Connect with healthcare professionals through a virtual walk-in clinic. Wealth Accumulation: Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Pension plans in Canada and option for company matched share purchase program. Employee Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off our Rogers and Fido products and services. Give Back: Rogers Gives Together is our company's employee giving and volunteer program which offers choice, flexibility, and opportunities for our teams to give back where we live, work and play. Commitment to Diversity: We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different is what makes us great. We have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing Women, People of Colour, 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities. Successful candidates will be required to provide consent for and pass a Criminal, Credit, Driver Abstract and Employment Verification background checks.Schedule: Full time Shift: Variable Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position) Work Location: Rogers Tower 1067 West Cordova Street (7854), Vancouver, BC Travel Requirements: Up to 50% Posting Category/Function: Retail (Store Management / Corporate) & Store Management Requisition ID: 303641At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ . Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check as part of the hiring process. Posting Notes:RetailLocation: Vancouver, BC, CA Calgary, AB, CA Edmonton, AB, CA Being a Rogers team member comes with some great perks & benefits including: • Health & well-being benefits • Donation matching • Paid time off for volunteering • Wealth Accumulation including: Pension plan & Employee stock options • Generous employee discounts • Leadership development, Mentorship, and Coaching programs *available for full-time and part-time permanent employees, some restrictions apply Looking for career guidance and inspiration? Catch up on the latest episodes of For the Love of Work podcast with Dr. Sonia Kang.Job Segment: Strategic Planning, Network, Telecom, Telecommunications, Retail Sales, Strategy, Technology, Retail Apply now »
Digital Product Owner
BMO, Toronto, ON
Application Deadline: 04/18/2024Address:33 Dundas Street WestSupport for Open Banking and Innovation Are you interested in shaping the future of an industry?Are you also interested in leading an award winning internal innovation program? If this excites you, then keep reading!We are looking for a leader to support the design and delivery of customer digital experiences for a designated portfolio (Open Banking) reporting into the Director of Open Banking and Innovation. This person will ensure the customer is at the center of plans, designs and development that digitally enables customers. Develops and delivers the full product development lifecycle from setting strategic objective to bringing a product to market that delivers business value. Researches, investigates, selects and develops products and services bridging business requirements with technology capabilities. Drives end-to-end product lifecycle including the 'why', 'when' and 'what' of the product, persona development, proof of concepts, backlog management and product activation through to product retirement. Provides the voice of the business to cross-functional product teams to clarify feature, story and content requirements; create story acceptance criteria; prioritizes the product backlog; and translates the product vision into a roadmap and actionable tasks.Identifies the overall goal of a product(s), drives engagement of stakeholders and leads the adoption of product.Drives the overall customer experience definition and prioritization that enables a focus on what matters most to our customers.Ensures product management and development teams are producing in parallel, and are working together effectively and efficiently.Builds and sustains high performing cross-functional teams; Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues.Addresses blockers related to adoption and correct usage of the product- including communications, documentation and training.Establishes the go-to-market, pricing and positioning strategies.Plans & manages the budget, timeline, and tactical components, throughout the product lifecycle.Identifies and analyzes market trends to update and improve product usabilityEnsures that a new product in development, or a new feature of an existing product is proven to be desirable, viable and functional.Fosters a culture aligned to BMO purpose, values and strategy and role models BMO values and behaviours in all that they do.Ensures alignment between values and behaviour that fosters diversity and inclusion.Regularly connects work to BMO's purpose, sets inspirational goals, defines clear expected outcomes, and ensures clear accountability for follow through.Builds interdependent teams that collaborate across functional and operating groups to create the highest value for all stakeholders.Attracts, retains, and enables the career development of top talent.Improves team performance, recognizes and rewards performance, coaches employees, supports their development, and manages poor performance.Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.Implements changes in response to shifting trends.Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.Qualifications: Intermediate level of proficiency: Marketing Analysis.Creative thinking. Advanced level of proficiency: Process Improvement and optimization.Business Strategy.Research and information synthesis.Business Operations.Financial & Risk Management.Product Management.Learning Agility.Customer centricity.Collaboration.Product Development.Product Value Proposition and Go-to-Market Assets Definition, Design and Development.Technology Business Requirements. Definition, Analysis and Mapping.Product Lifecycle Management (Using Agile Methodologies).Complex Problem Solving.Verbal & written communication skills.Analytical and problem solving skills.Influence skills.Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration.Able to manage ambiguity.Data driven decision making.Typically 7+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experienceSeasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.Grade:8Job Category:People Manager / GestionnaireWe're here to helpAt BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other's differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
Director Merchandising -TSC
Rogers, Mississauga, ON
Director Merchandising -TSC Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.TSC is looking for a talented Director, Merchandising to lead the Merchandising function across all key product categories, including Fashions, Jewelry Home, Health & Beauty, and Electronics. In this role, you will play a critical role in continuously enhancing our brand and product portfolio, while working cross-functionally to drive and optimize financial results. We are seeking someone with a genuine passion for the retail industry, who has the innate ability to make the right product bets, and to lead a team towards success.In this role, you will be the subject matter expert on "what we sell" and also "how and where we sell it." You understand that you cannot answer these questions alone, as such you will lean on input from your peers - on customer insights, channel performance, financial considerations, technology, and platform capabilities - to adapt and inform your recommendations. You will be responsible for identifying business opportunities, evaluating various partnerships and external considerations, helping to scale our digital marketplace and driving a holistic vision of our merchandise and revenue strategy. This is a unique opportunity to be at the centre of TSC's business, and a part of the TSC Leadership Team.What you will do.... Develop and execute merchandise strategies to support all selling channels, with consideration for market trends and financial targets. Drive the delivery of topline product sales and product margins (KPI's) Monitor performance and drive course correction as necessary, while chasing opportunities Regularly measure, assess, and share results of category performance and implementation of changes in item mix, style, assortment, or vendors to meet business goals. Grow product portfolio and sales, by identifying opportunities with existing partnerships, while establishing new merchandise partnerships (including negotiating and aligning on commercial terms) Establish a pipeline of key best-in-class relationships and potential future partners / vendors. Maintain day-to-day relationships with partners and facilitate broader strategic discussion with TSC Leadership as appropriate. Hold direct responsibility for the development of all Today's Show Stoppers Work collaboratively with the Broadcast team to optimize the live show approach, efficiency, and effectiveness at all times. Work collaboratively with peers in Marketing, Brand and Digital to align on consumer and market trends to collectively decide which products to pursue and ensure their success in the market. Provide leadership to the Merchandising team; support & empower Direct Reports; ensure the overall group is adept at "planning the work and working the plan" with ease and competence. Support TSC long term vision and strategy by working in partnership with Rogers Sports & Media's Business Development, Advertising, and Content teams to develop or support new initiatives to "test and learn" revenue growth fundamentals. Support TSC VP and GM to enable effective communication of strategies and plans to various stakeholders (internal and external includingsenior leadership, Executives, and other areas of the organization(s)) What you will bring... 8-10+ years of senior Merchandising experience, with strong industry knowledge and a robust retail network Ability to work in a fluid manner within a fast-paced, complex and unique business model Passion and interest in current retail transformations and evolution of customer experiences associated with shopping. Demonstrated history of executing and delivering successful results within Merchandising, including winning on product bets Strong team leadership AND followership skills; ability to inspire and be inspired by others. Proven success in change leadership Exceptional communication and collaboration skills with both internal and external partners Equal ability to think and do; proactive. Ability to navigate large organization; optimize for speed. Here's what you can expect in return: A competitive salary and benefits that include access to our Employee Share Accumulation Program, Retirement Benefits and a variety of other perks including 50% off Rogers services and Blue Jays tickets A manager who deeply cares about your development and long-term career at Rogers A team that trusts and wants to win together Smart and accomplished colleagues who are focused on both the "what" and the "how" Your choice of hardware and software (iPhone or Android/Mac or PC etc.) Schedule: Full time Shift: Day Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position) Work Location: 59 Ambassador Dr (096), Mississauga, ON Travel Requirements: Up to 10% Posting Category/Function: Retail (Store Management / Corporate) & Merchandising Requisition ID: 291935 #LI-AP1At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ . Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check as part of the hiring process. Posting Notes:Rogers Sports & MediaLocation: Mississauga, ON, CA Being a Rogers team member comes with some great perks & benefits including: • Health & well-being benefits • Donation matching • Paid time off for volunteering • Wealth Accumulation including: Pension plan & Employee stock options • Generous employee discounts • Leadership development, Mentorship, and Coaching programs *available for full-time and part-time permanent employees, some restrictions apply Looking for career guidance and inspiration? Catch up on the latest episodes of For the Love of Work podcast with Dr. Sonia Kang.Job Segment: Testing, Advertising, Merchandising, Equity, Technology, Marketing, Retail, Finance
Director, Business Insights - Private Wealth
BMO, Toronto, ON
Application Deadline: 04/18/2024Address:100 King Street WestDesigns, builds and operates ETL and pipeline development activities and modeling solutions that facilitate data storage, integration, management, data quality, validation and security, supporting the entire data asset lifecycle. Designs, implements and maintains data flow channels and data processing systems that support the collection, storage, batch and real-time processing, and analysis of information in a scalable, repeatable and secure manner. Manages corporate apps and data in the cloud and technical tasks involved in planning, architecting, migrating, monitoring, and management of enterprise cloud systems. Wealth Management industry experience is preferred. Supports the creation and enforcement of policies for effective data management.Formulates techniques for effective data management, quality data collection to ensure adequacy, accuracy and legitimacy of data.Devises and implements efficient and secure procedures for data handling and analysis with attention to all technical aspects.Supports the daily use of data systems and ensure adherence to legal and company standards. Establish rules and procedures for data sharing.Monitors and analyzes information and data systems and evaluate their performance to discover ways of enhancing them (new technologies, upgrades etc.)Ensures digital databases and archives are protected from security breaches and data losses.Troubleshoots data-related problems and authorize maintenance or modifications.Fosters a culture aligned to BMO purpose, values and strategy and role models BMO values and behaviours in all that they do.Ensures alignment between values and behaviour that fosters diversity and inclusion.Regularly connects work to BMO's purpose, sets inspirational goals, defines clear expected outcomes, and ensures clear accountability for follow through.Builds interdependent teams that collaborate across functional and operating groups to create the highest value for all stakeholders.Attracts, retains, and enables the career development of top talent.Improves team performance, recognizes and rewards performance, coaches employees, supports their development, and manages poor performance.Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.Implements changes in response to shifting trends.Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.Qualifications: Advanced level of proficiency: Critical thinking.Data Fabric.Data governance.Data integrity.Data Privacy.Data quality.Ontology Design.Semantic Layer.Systems thinking.Data management.Enterprise Data Management.Master Data Management.Metadata Management.Verbal & written communication skills.Analytical and problem solving skills.Influence skills.Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration.Able to manage ambiguity.Data driven decision making.Typically 7+ years of relevant Wealth Management experienceSeasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.Grade:8Job Category:People Manager / GestionnaireWe're here to helpAt BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other's differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
Director of Sales
HeadSource International, Toronto, ON
Director of Sales – Injection Molding   The Director of Sales, Auto & Commercial will function as a growth leader. They will be accountable for the fulfillment of the company’s strategic plan to defend and extend the current market position in the core businesses, as well as expand into any strategically targeted new opportunities that take advantage of the company’s core strengths.  The role includes responsibility for growing and leading the Auto & Commercial sales force as well as successfully maintaining existing customer commercial accounts ensuring excellent customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: Meet or exceed sales win targets for new business by identifying and targeting potential customers through research, cold calls, networking, and referrals, as well as leveraging existing customer relationships to grow those accounts. Participate in the development of strategic plans with the Company’s Auto & Commercial business teams. Deploy the strategy through the development and oversight of effective execution plans with the Sales team. Develop and monitor sales processes including installing and maintaining highly effective, data driven sales funnel tracking processes through optimization of the CRM. Create and manage pricing strategies that contribute to meeting margin and profitability objectives. Develop and maintain strong long-term relationships and participate in closing activities with key customers and prospects. Understand customer needs and provide effective tailored solutions. Develop and implement sales plans and budgets, forecasts, competitive analyses, and general sales administration. Recruit, train, and develop an aggressive and active sales force, providing optimal market coverage to drive growth and market share gain. Cultivate and foster an environment of high performance through performance management, employee development, career progression, and rewards and recognition. Serve as a key partner to the Vice President of Operations, Auto & Commercial, and management peers, while having full ownership of the sales disciplines. Develop and lead impactful regular sales meetings. Create and deliver compelling sales presentations. Oversee sales compensation plan administration, rules, policies, and procedures. Lead the Sales team through Account Management activities ensuring the highest customer satisfaction while meeting internal profitability objectives. Oversee and continually optimize the quotation process ensuring timeliness and accuracy in order to successfully win target programs. Stay informed about industry trends and market conditions to identify new business opportunities. Compile and maintain effective competitor analysis and use this information to drive strategic initiatives and direction. Gain a deep understanding of the company’s products and capabilities to capitalize on new opportunities as well as effectively communicate with customers. Cultivate a culture of collaboration, teamwork, transparency, empowerment, and accountability. Implement, maintain, and report out on Sales and commercial related Key Performance Indicators   Knowledge or Skills Required: Minimum of fifteen years of sales and sales management, marketing, and business development experience, including at least five years of recent senior level management responsibility. Minimum 10 years of automotive experience in a sales related function. Manufacturing industry experience is a must. Injection molding experience strongly preferred. Proven sales experience, meeting or exceeding targets. Proven experience leading a sales team, meeting or exceeding targets. Excellent communication skills, oral and written, excellent presentation skills. A growth leader who knows how to access markets and win. Process oriented with a proven foundation of instilling a proven sales process and methodology. Must bring a strong funnel management capability. Must be current with technology, leading inbound and digital marketing efforts if that strategy is chosen. Financial acumen, specifically as it relates to understanding margins (contribution, gross, net). Proven negotiation skills and demonstrated ability to effectively settle differences with minimum disruption.  
Director, Strategic Strategy Demand Leader Mars Wrigley
Equest, Bolton, ON
Job Description:The Head of Strategic Demand Leadership leads the Mars Wrigley Canada Category, Digital, SRM and Consumer/Customer Activation teams. The individual is responsible for leading, motivating and setting direction for the One Demand strategy across MW Canada, with strong partnership from Head of Customer and Head of Marketing.Grounded in the unit's Strategic One Demand Vision, this role will be responsible for driving a portfolio approach, developing and activating customer centric category growth, building digital capabilities and strategies - all in service of delivering long term sustainable growth. The Head of SDL will be accountable for building best in class capability and strategies in Category Leadership, Customer and Consumer Activation, Vendor Advisership, Digital Strategy and Strategic Revenue Management. The Head of SLD will be accountable for development and execution of strategies and plans to drive strong customer and consumer growth in the Canadian market, and category leading insights to transform the category and influence our key retailers.This role will report into the GM MW Canada and will be a member of the Mars Wrigley Canadian Leadership Team (CLT). Category & Strategic Leadership Responsibilities: Be the central point for One Demand thinking approach across Sales and Marketing.Grounded in the local understanding of category, channel, shopper and consumer dynamics, partner with Sales and marketing to provide insight led thought leadership to formulate long term growth plans which deliver sustainable confectionery category growth, creating competitive advantage for the Mars-Wrigley portfolio.Enterprise thought leadership to accelerate MW Canada strategy through incorporation of market insights, capability development, best practices, strong North American and global partnerships across One Demand, and accelerated & efficient adoption of the new operating models.Motivate, engage, and inspire the team to deliver the units One Demand priorities, working towards a common vision and achievement of the units' strategy.Responsible for recruiting, retaining, and developing a high performing, capable and engaged team, establishing a strong talent pipeline and culture that highlights the benefits of personal career development and a pool of best-in-class functional expertise.Grounded in the global category vision, develop, and execute a clear category vision for the unit, ensuring a strong and consistent understanding of the category growth drivers.Develops and executes the category growth agenda with customers, based on compelling category growth plans that are grounded in the unit's category vision.Partners with global CMI to deliver growth insights and foresight across the business unit via the local understanding of category, channel, shopper, and consumer dynamics.Owns the Strategy and Execution for Perfect Store to drive best-in-class in-store conditions allowing for mutual achievement of objectives (Mars, customer, and category) Customer/Customer Activation Responsibilities: Develop and execute customer and shopper centric activities to drive brand visibility through the "Ready to Plan" and "Ready to Sell" stages of the Annual Customer Planning Cycle, ensuring excellence in retail execution.Leading customer strategy & agenda; assist Sales team to build strong and sustainable customer relationships which accelerate customer engagement.In collaboration with Sales and Marketing, leverage strong consumer, customer and shopper value proposition to bring to life our category growth and brand plans in store, and online with compelling activation.Own all Display & In-store Retail Tool concepts, and execution to maximize shopper conversion.Develop and Execute annual Shopper Conversion Plan (Shopper Marketing Plan) synced with key national Marketing Initiatives while owning core part of the Consumer Journey Plan. Strategic Revenue Management Responsibilities: Leads and integrates all SRM activities for Operating Plan delivery of Pricing, Trade ROI, Trade Architecture and Mix commitments.Key interface with Sales, CBU Marketing & Finance to drive and co-pilot trade investment productivity & net pricing improvement agenda.Vital co-pilot to market Sales and Finance lead to ensure effective SRM performance management processes are in place and linked to S&OP+ and SCM choices.Drives local SRM capabilities development through the deployment and activation of Mars and/or MWC SRM programs & playbooks, based on prioritization and market needs.Combine SRM, Category Leadership and Customer Marketing to drive more compelling Retailer Value Propositions. Vendor Advisor Responsibilities: Strategic thought leadership & management of vendor advisor team. Fostering partnership to accelerate impact of category performance through data and insights.Develop and Implement Category Principles with the retailer that will lead to category growth.Develop Strategic alliances with key decision makers at specific retailers to drive MW and Category Growth in the capacity of an "advisor" or "Category CaptainResponsible for the management and developing expertise in customer specific POS data (developing reports collaborating with the customer); leverage data to create and deploy actionable customer specific insights.Identifies distribution opportunities and work collaboratively with customer and manufacturers to close any identified gaps including post planogram reviews.Provides Customer specific selling-stories in support of new product launches across all manufacturers (unbiased category facts) and act as advisor on customer's promotional calendar. Digital Work with the globe to develop and implement overall digital demand strategy and roadmap for MW CanadaEnsure digital technologies are leveraged to meet brand needs, along with industry best practices and consumer expectations.Accelerate digital capabilities & learning across MW Canada organization.Partner with marketing and sales for One Demand approach to digital assets, customer activation online, and key digital customer strategies. People Leadership, Lead 3-4 direct reports of sales, category & digital leaders and 17 indirect reportsContext and ScopeExplain how the job gets done and the way it operates within the team and with stakeholdersThis role holder is a strong influencer, holds the 5 principles at heart, delivers on the short and long term business objectives while creating an inclusive culture, where associates can thrive.Job Specifications/Qualifications Business, Financial Mgt and Budget Mgt University degree or college diploma in related field Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as Negotiation skills High level of attention to detail Knowledge / ExperienceIn depth knowledge of the industry and market trends. Enterprise thinking to contribute to CLT, and to drive One Demand agenda across sales and marketing. High level proficiency in data analytics, trade optimization, customer and consumer insights, market research, and digital acumen. History of success in identifying and creating a roadmap for consumer and customer growth. History of success in managing and creating strategics to optimize/defend against market opportunities and threats .What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
Director, Strategy Demand Leader Mars Wrigley
Equest, Bolton, ON
Job Description:The Head of Strategic Demand Leadership leads the Mars Wrigley Canada Category, Digital, SRM and Consumer/Customer Activation teams. The individual is responsible for leading, motivating and setting direction for the One Demand strategy across MW Canada, with strong partnership from Head of Customer and Head of Marketing.Grounded in the unit's Strategic One Demand Vision, this role will be responsible for driving a portfolio approach, developing and activating customer centric category growth, building digital capabilities and strategies - all in service of delivering long term sustainable growth. The Head of SDL will be accountable for building best in class capability and strategies in Category Leadership, Customer and Consumer Activation, Vendor Advisership, Digital Strategy and Strategic Revenue Management. The Head of SLD will be accountable for development and execution of strategies and plans to drive strong customer and consumer growth in the Canadian market, and category leading insights to transform the category and influence our key retailers.This role will report into the GM MW Canada and will be a member of the Mars Wrigley Canadian Leadership Team (CLT). Category & Strategic Leadership Responsibilities: Be the central point for One Demand thinking approach across Sales and Marketing.Grounded in the local understanding of category, channel, shopper and consumer dynamics, partner with Sales and marketing to provide insight led thought leadership to formulate long term growth plans which deliver sustainable confectionery category growth, creating competitive advantage for the Mars-Wrigley portfolio.Enterprise thought leadership to accelerate MW Canada strategy through incorporation of market insights, capability development, best practices, strong North American and global partnerships across One Demand, and accelerated & efficient adoption of the new operating models.Motivate, engage, and inspire the team to deliver the units One Demand priorities, working towards a common vision and achievement of the units' strategy.Responsible for recruiting, retaining, and developing a high performing, capable and engaged team, establishing a strong talent pipeline and culture that highlights the benefits of personal career development and a pool of best-in-class functional expertise.Grounded in the global category vision, develop, and execute a clear category vision for the unit, ensuring a strong and consistent understanding of the category growth drivers.Develops and executes the category growth agenda with customers, based on compelling category growth plans that are grounded in the unit's category vision.Partners with global CMI to deliver growth insights and foresight across the business unit via the local understanding of category, channel, shopper, and consumer dynamics.Owns the Strategy and Execution for Perfect Store to drive best-in-class in-store conditions allowing for mutual achievement of objectives (Mars, customer, and category) Customer/Customer Activation Responsibilities: Develop and execute customer and shopper centric activities to drive brand visibility through the "Ready to Plan" and "Ready to Sell" stages of the Annual Customer Planning Cycle, ensuring excellence in retail execution.Leading customer strategy & agenda; assist Sales team to build strong and sustainable customer relationships which accelerate customer engagement.In collaboration with Sales and Marketing, leverage strong consumer, customer and shopper value proposition to bring to life our category growth and brand plans in store, and online with compelling activation.Own all Display & In-store Retail Tool concepts, and execution to maximize shopper conversion.Develop and Execute annual Shopper Conversion Plan (Shopper Marketing Plan) synced with key national Marketing Initiatives while owning core part of the Consumer Journey Plan. Strategic Revenue Management Responsibilities: Leads and integrates all SRM activities for Operating Plan delivery of Pricing, Trade ROI, Trade Architecture and Mix commitments.Key interface with Sales, CBU Marketing & Finance to drive and co-pilot trade investment productivity & net pricing improvement agenda.Vital co-pilot to market Sales and Finance lead to ensure effective SRM performance management processes are in place and linked to S&OP+ and SCM choices.Drives local SRM capabilities development through the deployment and activation of Mars and/or MWC SRM programs & playbooks, based on prioritization and market needs.Combine SRM, Category Leadership and Customer Marketing to drive more compelling Retailer Value Propositions. Vendor Advisor Responsibilities: Strategic thought leadership & management of vendor advisor team. Fostering partnership to accelerate impact of category performance through data and insights.Develop and Implement Category Principles with the retailer that will lead to category growth.Develop Strategic alliances with key decision makers at specific retailers to drive MW and Category Growth in the capacity of an "advisor" or "Category CaptainResponsible for the management and developing expertise in customer specific POS data (developing reports collaborating with the customer); leverage data to create and deploy actionable customer specific insights.Identifies distribution opportunities and work collaboratively with customer and manufacturers to close any identified gaps including post planogram reviews.Provides Customer specific selling-stories in support of new product launches across all manufacturers (unbiased category facts) and act as advisor on customer's promotional calendar. Digital Work with the globe to develop and implement overall digital demand strategy and roadmap for MW CanadaEnsure digital technologies are leveraged to meet brand needs, along with industry best practices and consumer expectations.Accelerate digital capabilities & learning across MW Canada organization.Partner with marketing and sales for One Demand approach to digital assets, customer activation online, and key digital customer strategies. People Leadership, Lead 3-4 direct reports of sales, category & digital leaders and 17 indirect reportsContext and ScopeExplain how the job gets done and the way it operates within the team and with stakeholdersThis role holder is a strong influencer, holds the 5 principles at heart, delivers on the short and long term business objectives while creating an inclusive culture, where associates can thrive.Job Specifications/Qualifications Business, Financial Mgt and Budget Mgt University degree or college diploma in related field Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as Negotiation skills High level of attention to detail Knowledge / ExperienceIn depth knowledge of the industry and market trends. Enterprise thinking to contribute to CLT, and to drive One Demand agenda across sales and marketing. High level proficiency in data analytics, trade optimization, customer and consumer insights, market research, and digital acumen. History of success in identifying and creating a roadmap for consumer and customer growth. History of success in managing and creating strategics to optimize/defend against market opportunities and threats .What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
Director, Global Asset Management Marketing
BMO, Toronto, ON
Application Deadline: 04/26/2024Address:100 King Street WestTeam OverviewThe Wealth Management Marketing team is responsible for helping the bank deliver on its strategy and achieve its ambitions through growing the Wealth Management business, establishing BMO as a power player in the global wealth management and asset management industries.Working collaboratively with partners, the team is accountable for developing & executing marketing strategies to:Acquire new clients & effectively onboard them driving early engagement;Deepen customer relationships in terms of wealth planning penetration, assets under management, share of wallet, retention; andEffectively promote product, service & experience innovationsMandate / Job Value PropositionThe Director, Global Asset Management Marketing provides strategic marketing leadership, advice and delivery of marketing programs that supports the business objectives and growth of the Global Asset Management business . This includes the development of short and long-term marketing strategy and leading execution of tactics that will drive measurable results, with specific accountability for growing the assets under management held by clients across various investment products and channels.The Director develops and maintains a deep understanding of the Global Asset Management line of business and industry category to produce effective and integrated marketing solutions. This includes developing, recommending and executing marketing plans for initiatives that include customer marketing and communications, integrated sales, promotions & incentives, across the objectives of client acquisition, sales growth, and retention. In addition, the Director creates, develops and executes marketing plans/strategies that align to strategic objectives and are consistent with brand standards.They will also manage cross-functional relationships across other business groups to leverage opportunities and services, acting as a liaison between the business/group and internal marketing functions in order to fully leverage capabilities as well as ensure alignment with Enterprise priorities.ResponsibilitiesStrategic leadershipActs as a trusted advisor to senior leaders for making business decisions and implementing strategic initiatives.Develops an expert understanding of business/group challenges.Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to multiple, interdependent, complex problems.Develops the business case by identifying needs, analysing potential options and assessing expected return on investment.Recommends business priorities, advises on resource requirements and develops roadmap for strategic execution.Helps determine business priorities and best sequence for execution of business/group strategy.Anticipates trends and responds by implementing appropriate changes.Performance managementDefines business requirements for analytics & reporting to ensure data insights inform business decision making.Monitors and tracks performance, and addresses any issues.Monitors progress against milestones, recommends and implements adjustments as necessary to meet business objectives.Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.Relationship managementBuilds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders and ensures alignment.Fosters strong internal and external networks and works with and across multiple teams to achieve business objectives.Acts as the prime contact for internal/external stakeholder relationships, which may include regulators.Develops and maintains relationships with internal/external partners to include vendors and suppliers.Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a senior specialist resource across BMO.Marketing operational leadershipManages resources and leads the execution of strategic initiatives to deliver on business and financial goals.Leads the execution of operational programs; assesses and adapts as needed to ensure quality of execution.Plans and controls unit operating expenses in accordance with forecasts.Leads the design, implementation and management of core business/group processes.Makes recommendations to leaders on financial management processes based on changing requirements, including budget allocation & impact measurement Leads/oversees the management of vendor relationships and provides guidelines for execution; ensures that all agreements are met as per requirements.Develops and implements short and long term plans/strategies, activation plans, schedules, budgets, communications and tactical plans, as required.Oversees/coordinates the development and distribution of marketing solutions per assigned channels/media for campaigns, partnerships and special events/conferences.Influences how teams/groups work together.Recommends measures to improve organizational effectiveness.Communicates abstract concepts in simple terms.Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.People Leadership Leads & manages a team of eleven (11) high-performing marketing professionals Develops talent through ongoing coaching, as well as development and career planning Provides clarity with respect to roles & responsibilities and strategic direction Ensures resources and tools are available for team to be successful Conducts performance management activities including objective setting and performance assessments Removes barriers impeding team and organizational success/progress Qualifications: Typically 10+ years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study.MBA is preferred.Degree in business, marketing or communications.Expert knowledge of strategic planning and execution.Experience in marketing and communications within the financial industry. Experience working with a variety of marketing disciplines, including data-driven or direct marketing, digital marketing (with an emphasis on email marketing), customer relationship management programs, marketing analytics, advertising & creative development, media planning, and market research Strong working knowledge of marketing technologies, standards, and best practices, including but not limited to digital media, marketing automation, customer data platforms, website personalization & targeting tools, measurement & modeling solutions Experience in transformation management in a large enterprise, including change management, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement. Seasoned expert with extensive industry knowledge, especially in Wealth Management, with specific interest and knowledge in various investment vehicles and strategies would be beneficial. Expert knowledge of financial services, products and solutions , especially investment products Technical leader viewed as a thought leader for innovation.Verbal & written communication skills - Expert.Analytical and problem solving skills - Expert.Influence skills - Expert.Collaboration & team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration including sales teams - Expert.Able to manage ambiguity.Data driven decision making - Expert. Experienced people leader with track record of building and developing high-performing teams Grade:9Job Category:Individual Contributor / CollaborateurWe're here to helpAt BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other's differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.