Duties and Responsibility The incumbent will be responsible for the procurement of all supplies and services for the Varennes plant. They will lead negotiations and ensure follow-up with major suppliers, from initial contact through to contract closure following KRONOS acceptance.
- Prepare tender documents and issue them to bidders;
- Develop negotiation strategies and negotiate with suppliers;
- Prepare and review purchase orders and ensure follow-up on monthly reports;
- Identify new suppliers and manage business relationships between KRONOS and its suppliers;
- Maintain information in the SAP system;
- Participate in the development of new processes to improve efficiency;
- Evaluate the performance of key suppliers in close collaboration with the departments involved and/or recipients of goods and services;
- Manage the full supplier complaint process and follow up until resolution;
- Participate in the preparation of engineering specifications and provide recommendations based on project needs;
- Coordinate QA/QC activities for assigned contracts;
- Ensure logistics for the delivery of goods (temporary storage, Incoterms, special transportation, etc.).
Education, Experience and Competencies
- DEC in Administration or a diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, and Procurement, or completion of the following four courses: Procurement, Logistics, Transportation, and Operations Management;
- 10 years of experience in procurement;
- Proficiency in French and English (spoken and written);
- Knowledge of SAP;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset and excellent negotiation skills.
Job benefits
- Competitive salary of $57.22/hour;
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.;
- Three (3) weeks of vacation upon hiring;
- Five (5) paid days off for family obligations/illness;
- fourteen (14) paid statutory holidays;
- Defined contribution pension plan with a 9% employer contribution;
- Comprehensive group insurance;
- Telemedicine services;
- Access to an on-site nurse;
- Reimbursement of annual membership fees for professional certifications, where applicable;
- Uniform provided, including cleaning service;
- Safety shoes provided;
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
- Employee referral bonus;
- Overtime available on a voluntary basis;
- Free parking and public transit nearby.
Compagny description
KRONOS Canada Inc. is an internationally renowned company that has been established in Quebec for over 60 years, with a strong focus on the well-being of its employees. KRONOS provides a stimulating work setting and offers high-value benefits and working conditions that stand out in the Quebec market. The company is globally recognized for its production of high-quality titanium dioxide (pigments for paint manufacturing) and its commitment to human resources, which actively contributes to the success of the company.