Job Description

This role appears to be a Strategic Sourcing Specialist position, focusing on procurement and supplier management within a business or cross-business setting. Key responsibilities include commodity management, supplier development, procurement strategy implementation, and cost optimization. Here’s a breakdown of the role’s highlights:

Key Details:

1. Title: Likely Commodity Manager or Procurement Specialist.
2. Pay Rate: $38.46 - $52.00/hour (T4 candidates); negotiable for incorporated/sole proprietors.
3. Location: Concord, ON, with occasional travel to Peterborough (~1/month).
4. Schedule: Full-time, hybrid (40 hours/week, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM).
5. Duration: Contract from January 31, 2025, to January 30, 2026, with potential for extension or full-time conversion.
6. Responsibilities:
   • Supplier Management: Qualification, evaluation, and development of suppliers to ensure quality, cost-efficiency, and on-time delivery.
   • Procurement Strategy: Define and implement commodity strategies, align with management goals, and ensure compliance with global processes.
   • Cost Optimization: Negotiate contracts, conduct market analysis, implement cost-reduction measures, and support design-to-cost initiatives.
   • Collaboration: Work with R&D, project teams, and other stakeholders to drive cost efficiency and innovation.
   • Travel: Support activities between Concord and Peterborough facilities.

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong expertise in procurement and commodity management.
• Experience in supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and supplier development.
• Familiarity with procurement tools and systems, such as Purchase-to-Pay (P2P).
• Ability to analyze markets and manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Comfortable with hybrid work and occasional travel.

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