UI/UX Design Lead

UI/UX Design Lead Location: Toronto, Canada Employment Type: Renewable 6 to 12 month Contract Summary: The UI/UX Design Lead plays a pivotal role in creating intuitive, visually compelling, and user-centric digital experiences across procurement intake and triage platforms. This position is responsible for leading the full design lifecycle—from discovery and research through to final delivery—while ensuring a cohesive and consistent user experience across internal tools and portals. The role also involves mentoring junior designers and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to align design strategies with business objectives and enhance overall user engagement. Key Responsibilities & Requirements: • 8+ years of experience in UI/UX design, supported by a strong portfolio of web and mobile applications. • Bachelor’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, or a related discipline. • Advanced proficiency in modern design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD. • Demonstrated experience leading end-to-end design initiatives and guiding junior team members. • Deep understanding of user-centered design principles, accessibility standards, and responsive design. • Hands-on experience with user research, usability testing, and iterative design improvements. • Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and business teams. • Working knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is advantageous. • Experience working in agile environments and contributing to design systems. • Background in designing for procurement or supply chain-related platforms. • Familiarity with intake and workflow tools such as Power Apps or form-based systems. • Ability to simplify complex processes into intuitive and user-friendly interfaces. • Experience building and maintaining scalable, reusable design systems and UI components.