Responsibilities Lead strategic sourcing and procurement activities for the Ground Support business across Canada

Develop and manage the full regional sourcing strategy with global operations and supply chain

Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers and service providers

Develop supplier scorecards and performance metrics for quality, delivery, cost, innovation, and responsiveness

Ensure compliance with procurement governance, trade regulations, import/export requirements, and supplier onboarding standards

Develop category management strategies and long‑term sourcing plans

Oversee warehousing, transportation, distribution, and trade compliance with PU’s

Ensure reliable, cost‑productive logistics aligned with SLAs and OTIF targets

Drive inventory control, safety stock, replenishment strategies, planning accuracy, and lead‑time improvements

Partner with Operations, Production Planning, Engineering, and Logistics teams to maintain optimal inventory levels

Establish performance dashboards monitoring spend, supplier performance, inventory health, realized savings, and operational risks

Lead continuous improvement initiatives using data analytics

Support new product introductions, engineering changes, supplier qualification, and material readiness

Collaborate with global procurement and supply chain teams on best practices, supplier agreements, and sourcing opportunities

Travel within Canada and occasionally internationally for supplier reviews, audits, operational initiatives, strategic projects, and business continuity activities

Adhere to Environmental, Health &





- Safety policies and attend related training

Requirements 3-5 years of leadership experience in supply chain, procurement, and logistics within a multinational environment

Proven experience in supply chain management, procurement, and logistics at a regional or global level

Strong leadership and team development capabilities

Expertise in ERP systems and data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI)

Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills

In‑depth knowledge of trade compliance, localisation strategies, and risk management

Ability to identify process gaps and implement improvements

Knowledge of cost optimisation, process improvement, and decision‑making

Knowledge of warehousing, transportation, and trade compliance

Knowledge of demand forecasting, safety stock, and lead‑time reduction

Knowledge of business continuity and regulatory adherence

Ability to lead and support projects from planning to execution

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work effectively with stakeholders across regions

Ability to create clear, compelling presentations and confidently present data, insights, and project outcomes to senior stakeholders





High level of accuracy in data handling and reporting

Bachelor’s degree preferred with emphasis in business administration, economics, and/or engineering

Professional designation (SCMP, CPSM, CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent) considered an asset

Bilingual (English/French) considered an asset

Adherence to Sandvik's Environmental, Health &

- Safety policies and applicable safety procedures

Willingness to use mandatory PPE when visiting Sandvik or customer facilities

Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, procurement, and logistics management, with a strong focus on supplier relationship management, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in data analytics and ERP systems to drive inventory control and optimise supply chain performance.

Highest‑signal resume keywords Supply Chain Management

Procurement Leadership

Data Analytics Tools

Trade Compliance

Negotiation Skills

Hard Skills Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Scorecards

Inventory Control

Cost Optimisation

Demand Forecasting

Process Improvement

Logistics Management

Performance Metrics

Project Management

Regulatory Adherence

Soft Skills Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Team Development

Presentation Skills

Certifications &

Qualifications SCMP

CPSM

CPIM

CSCP

Industry Keywords Trade Regulations

Supplier Onboarding

Environmental Health &

- Safety

Business Continuity

Logistics SLAs

Tools &

- Technologies ERP Systems

Power BI

📌 Procurement Manager (Saskatoon)
🏢 Jobtailor
📍 Saskatoon