Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Responsibilities

• Support the procurement of materials and services critical to operations
• Responsible for strategic supplier management, sourcing and quoting activities, contract negotiations, cost reduction initiatives, and market analysis
• Maintain a mutually productive business relationship with suppliers through prompt and accurate communication
• Maintain supplier relationships, compliance and performance via communication and corrective action measures
• Gather, analyze, discuss and maintain key supplier performance data
• Evaluate suppliers based on scorecard criteria
• Maintain open lines of communication and provide regular feedback to the working relationship with key suppliers via Supplier Business Reviews (S )
• Ensure all qualified suppliers meet or exceed published performance goals and take corrective measures to those that do not
• Submit supplier approvals or disqualifications
• Create and maintain supplier profiles, transformation of all pricing, LT, MOQ/MPQ and liability statistics into required databases
• Negotiate optimum material and services contracts with suppliers, including payment terms, bonding, cancellation and return privileges
• Pursue cost reduction programs and contract agreements
• Engage with the most competitive suppliers utilizing terms and conditions
• Resolve part/supplier escalations from teams to ensure continuity of supply
• Monitor and understand market conditions and volatility and its effect on ability to procure and secure inventory at the right price when required
• Negotiate respective commodities by market trends, stock market intelligence, manufacturer consolidation, supplier flexibility and agility based on specific cost down initiatives

• High School Diploma required
• Post‑secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related discipline is considered an asset
• Minimum 3 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain management, or supplier management within a manufacturing environment
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems preferred
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Knowledge of end‑to‑end supply chain processes, strategic sourcing methodologies, supplier performance management, and contract negotiations
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated negotiation, conflict resolution, and supplier relationship management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation or progress toward certification is considered an asset
• Experience conducting RFQs, RFPs, and supplier selection processes
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, Controlled Goods Program (CGP), or other regulated manufacturing environments is considered an asset
• Experience negotiating pricing, lead times, contractual terms, and long‑term supply agreements
• Experience sourcing electronic components, mechanical parts, raw materials, or specialized services is considered an asset

• Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP)
• ISO 9001
• AS9100
• Controlled Goods Program (CGP)