Strategic Buyer in Electrical & Electronics Category - Magog

Strategic Buyer in Electrical & Electronics Category - Magog, Canada

Location: Magog QC (CAN), Quebec, CA - Canada

Internal job title: Strategic Sourcing Manager (SSM) – Electrical & Electronics Category

Job type: Full time

We are now looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager (SSM) E&E, who can be a part of our success! As a Strategic Sourcing Manager (SSM), you are a key member of the Procurement E&E team. Your mission is to source suppliers, goods and services on behalf of Arjo, secure production continuity with optimal inventory levels, support category strategies, proactively monitor Supply Chain processes and act independently.

• Develop supply base and supply chain strategies aligned with company business goals
• Support development and execute Strategic Plan including sustainability objectives
• Daily collaboration and development of relationship with suppliers (SRM) and internal stakeholders
• Prepare, manage, and analyze RFQs to recommend suppliers and develop category strategy
• Perform and execute responsibilities defined in the Source to Contract Process
• Analyze costs, pricing structure and total cost of ownership
• Monir and assess raw material, labor, political, financial market conditions impact
• Recommend/ advice raw materials/ technologies for NPD projects
• Negotiate terms and conditions and contract with suppliers
• Secure favorable deals for the organization
• Actively search for cost reduction opportunities
• Continiously monitor, assess and act on Supply risks based on political, financial and environmental impact
• Evaluate market conditions for assigned commodities
• Leading global sourcing projects in E&E category for your respective segment
• Monitor overall supplier performance (quality, costs, logistics, sustainability)

• Minimum 3 years procurement expertise in production company, in procurement with global scope or purchasing department
• Proven track of records in Sourcing / Negotiations / Purchasing
• Bachelor degree or equal in business, finance or related fields
• Familiarity with MRP systems
• Analytical thinking
• Industry knowledge: market, material, production process will be the additional asset.

Work in a highly engaged and flexible work environment, including hybrid (remote and office) work arrangements. You will support our vision to be the most trusted partner in driving healthier outcomes for people facing mobility challenges. In return, we recognize and value our global employees. You will have our full support, training and opportunities for professional development.

At Arjo, we believe in the power of diversity. We strongly encourage applicants from all parts of society, which means building a more diverse, equitable, inclusive, and engaging environment – not only in the workplace, but also within the communities that we serve, work in and live in. We achieve this through a culture and mindset that values the uniqueness of all our people.