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\xe2\x80\x8bPosition Title: Sr. Buyer, MRO ProcurementPosition Type: Regular - Full-Time \xe2\x80\x8bPosition Location: Florenceville MainRequisition ID: 28816\xe2\x80\x8b\xe2\x80\x8bFor us, for family!We know the importance that food plays in people\'s lives \xe2\x80\x93 the power it has to bring people, families and communities together. Our purpose is to bring enjoyment to people\xe2\x80\x99s lives through great tasting food, in a way that reflects our values.Position SummaryThis position has responsibility and accountability to support the development and implementation of regional MRO procurement strategies to support McCain Foods\' North American plants, with an anticipated annual spend of about $200 million. This role reports into the North America MRO Procurement Manager and the successful candidate will develop and execute purchasing strategies and gain commitment from key stakeholders particularly in Maintenance and Reliability, Engineering, Manufacturing, Technical Services and Supply Chain. In addition, the person will support the development of global MRO Category Strategies for other regions under the guidance of the Director, Global MRO Procurement. This role will require the successful candidate to conduct contract negotiations, manage RFx processes and lead supplier relationship management including monitoring performance versus expectations.It would be preferred to have experience in:MRO Sourcing Strategy development and implementationCapital & MRO procurement processes.SAP and COUPASupplier Relationship ManagementCommunications and Interactions \xe2\x80\x93 The person will manage multiple internal and external organizational relationships. They will be a key contributor and executer of the overall supplier relationship strategy for spend area, ensuring proper commercial treatment of suppliers by reinforcing policy, ethics and our strategic approach with suppliers and with other company departments.Domestic and international travel will be required, 25% of time. There are also occasionally can be some international meetings/conference calls that will be outside traditional work hours.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement value-driven MRO category strategies on a regional and global level that are aligned to the company\'s objectives.Understand business requirements and demand patterns and align strategies to sameDevelop and deliver sustainable cost saving initiatives.Manage strategic sourcing processes, including RFx initiatives, evaluations, negotiations, and contract execution.Negotiate and manage contracts and supplier relationships, including the development and implementation of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that deliver value and drive continuous improvement for McCain Foods.Develop and maintain internal stakeholder relationships including Engineering, Manufacturing, Technical Services, Maintenance and Reliability, and Supply Chain. Act as primary point of engagement and escalation.Engage plant stakeholders and Suppliers to monitor and resolve any issues at the plant level.Identify and develop improved procurement methodologies, processes, policies and procedures.Monitor compliance to McCain\xe2\x80\x99s Procurement Policy, sourcing strategies and support risk mitigation initiatives.Build organization capability through procurement core skills coaching and training.QualificationsEducation \xe2\x80\x93 Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree, preferably in Business or Engineering. Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree is an asset.Minimum 5 years\xe2\x80\x99 procurement experience, preferably with experience in MRO and Capital procurement.SAP and COUPA experience is an asset.Good knowledge of MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPointMcCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.The health and safety of McCain employees and their families has been our number one priority since the start of COVID-19 pandemic. With vaccination restrictions easing across the globe we do not currently require employees to be vaccinated, but we reserve the right to change this mandate in line with health guidance and regulations in each country.Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with theJob Family: Procurement
Division: Global Procurement
Department: \xe2\x80\x8bCapital MRO Procurement NA \xe2\x80\x8b
Location(s): CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Florenceville-Bristol || CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Centreville || CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Grand Falls || CA - Canada : New Brunswick : HartlandCompany: McCain Foods (Canada)

McCain Foods