Strategic Buyer in Electrical & Electronics Category - Magog

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

Location:

Canada, Magog

On-site two days per week

Job type:
Full time

We are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager (SSM) for the E&E category, who will be a key member of the Procurement E&E team. The role involves sourcing suppliers, goods and services on behalf of Arjo, ensuring production continuity with optimal inventory levels, supporting category strategies, proactively monitoring supply chain processes, and acting independently. Responsibilities include shaping category strategies, maintaining supplier relationship management throughout the P2P process, leveraging sourcing, negotiation, contract management, purchasing knowledge, and market insight.

• Develop supply base and supply chain strategies aligned with company business goals
• Support development and execution of the Strategic Plan including sustainability objectives
• Daily collaboration and development of relationships 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
• Monior and assess raw material, labor, political, financial market conditions impact
• Recommend/advise raw materials/technologies for NPD projects
• Negotiate terms and conditions and contracts 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
• Lead 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
• Strong communication skills
• Proven track of records in Sourcing / Negotiations / Purchasing
• Bachelor degree or equal in business, finance or related fields
• Familiarity with MRP systems
• Analytical thinking
• Negotiation skills
• Fluent in English

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.