Job Description

We are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join our Sourcing Team! Our Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for improving our supply chain through the selection of supply partners for the business in a manner that is cost-efficient, promotes innovation, and minimizes risk. You will be managing categories; sourcing, securing and reviewing vendors; evaluating the cost and quality of goods or services; analyzing data and information related to vendor management; and running projects to deliver business benefits.

Opportunities

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for the strategic procurement of direct /indirect categories including commodities, supplies, equipment, and services to be used by the organization. This individual will utilize expert knowledge to develop sourcing strategies to purchase goods and services at the most favorable price for the company, while simultaneously building and maintaining strategic relationships with key suppliers.

Here is who you are...

Drive & motivation

You are a positive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment where 'change' is the constant You enjoy working with numbers and discovering trends and opportunities You enjoy performing tasks that require a lot of organization, accuracy, and attention to details

Character & ABILITIES

You take strong ownership for your work and enjoy proposing and executing solutions You have the ability to prioritize, plan, and manage multiple projects to successful completion. You are an excellent team player and work collaboratively with several cross functional teams. You enjoy helping others and can think outside the box

Knowledge & skills

You have a strong understanding of the end-to-end procurement processes You have well-developed oral and written communication skills, interpersonal and leadership skills You demonstrated proficiency with various ERP systems and MS Office (including Excel and PowerPoint)

Experience

You have at least 5 years or relevant experience working in Procurement (preferably in a similar capacity within the Food & Beverage industry, Packaging /indirect categories.) You have a Post-secondary Degree in Business and/or APICS/SCMP accreditation. Knowledge of laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to corporate purchasing practices.

Nice-to-Have

Experience with Smartsheet / ERP system (Oracle NetSuite) Familiarity with food and beverage packaging systems

Things you will do...

Analyze assigned categories (Direct or Indirect) of purchases Conduct market research and prospective supplier interviews Identify opportunities for Cost Savings, Value In and Risk Mitigation Create strategy; plan, champion, lead and drive projects from ideation through implementation through effective project management Support annual budgeting process Track successes

OTHER ...

Some flexibility in hours is required based on business needs Some travel may be required (trade shows, vendor site visits, etc.)
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Detailed Description of Duties:

Analyze assigned categories to build category profile incorporating key usage and purchase data. Draft and execute category strategies to achieve reduced costs, increased process efficiencies, and improve supplier performance across several categories of spend across both direct and indirect categories. Lead all resourcing/new sourcing projects, which include breaking down components to establish target costs, processing RFx for sourcing new suppliers. Work with internal stakeholders as well as group entities to develop custom/complex contracts, identifying costs associated with risks, developing risk mitigation approaches; in particular, where a potential outsource may be involved. As a SME in multiple procurement categories, you will support Management in annual budgeting process by developing and implementing procurement strategies to achieve corporate targets. Demonstrate a deep knowledge in analysis as it relates to market assessments, the development of evaluation plans, negotiation strategies and contract risk mitigation. Review of contracts with a view to negotiating favorable terms and conditions, risk mitigation plan and appropriate pricing mechanisms. Enables procurement strategic objectives by periodically reviewing and recommending adjustments to sourcing strategies, processes, systems, and tools. Take ownership of all data in ERP and contract management tools Build cross-functional support and charter projects through Stage Gate process. Be an escalation point for supply issues that can't be resolved by Supply Chain within the current model. Participate in innovation projects led by Marketing & R&D for new products, line extensions and renovations.

Key Performance Indicators

Direct Material Cost Savings Indirect Material Cost Savings Supplier Reduction/Consolidation Risk mitigation strategy for sole source Increased DPO- Increase in Payment Terms
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $85,527.00-$104,533.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Schedule:

Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burnaby, BC