Join Agropur as a Category Manager in Sourcing, where you'll develop strategic initiatives for ingredient procurement. This role requires creative thinking and strong negotiation skills to support the company’s operations in Canada and the U.S. In this vital role, you will manage the procurement of dairy and non-dairy ingredients, work closely with key suppliers, and drive innovative solutions.
Your contributions will directly impact Agropur’s efficiency and sustainability goals while ensuring supply chain continuity. Your analytical abilities will help adapt strategies in response to market dynamics. Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the procurement of dairy and non-dairy ingredients
- Deliver 3%-5% savings through effective negotiations
- Finalize contracts with key suppliers
- Support R&D; initiatives with innovative solutions
- Implement risk management strategies for sourcing Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
- At least 5 years in strategic procurement
- Experience in category management (2 years preferred)
- Bilingual in French and English
- Robust Excel and Office proficiency Position yourself at the forefront of Agropur’s strategic sourcing efforts with your procurement expertise.