Description

KEY JOB ELEMENTS:

- Assume project leadership for a significant/complex procurement activities;
- Interface regularly with Suppliers and team members from other departments;
- Develop and issue Requests for Proposal;
- Conduct fact-finding and negotiation of proposal(s) and complete the definitization of Subcontracts inclusive of Terms and Conditions, Statements of Work, Payment Plans, and schedules for development and deliveries;
- Manage Subcontract(s) with special emphasis on attainment of scheduled milestone activities and overall management of the payment plans including cost control;
- Establish productive, cooperative relationships with Suppliers;
- Identify opportunities for and negotiate cost savings;
- Gather and analyze complex data required for forecasting and reporting;
- Present status, issues and risk mitigation strategies to Leadership, Suppliers and Customers (as required).
- Track commodity trends, understand the market and industry, and research/explore new technology and/or capabilities

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- University degree or college diploma in business or supply chain related discipline
- Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience
- Proficient in MS Office applications
- Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
- Creative and innovative thinker
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong negotiating skills and the ability to influence others
- Ability to travel (15% Cdn) and (15% US/Int’l) and possess / be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport





PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Previous Supply Chain Management experience
- Technical aptitude
- Financial aptitude

Physical Conditions and Hazards:

The conditions in which an individual or staff works, including but not limited to such things as amenities, physical environment, stress and noise levels, degree of safety or danger, temperature, location.

- Physical Environment: Office
- Hazards: NA

Physical Demands Description:

This section objectively captures and describes the physical demands that are required to perform a particular job or role. Usually completed by the ergonomist

Usual mobility demands required are standing, walking, sitting, and stair climbing to access upper offices.

Equipment Utilized:

This section describes the type of equipment an employee is required to use:

Computer

Phone

Mobile device

Medical Surveillance

May include: Anthropometrical Size Restrictions depending on task

Personal Protective Equipment:

Applicable when interacting with shop floor (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection. extraction coveralls)

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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