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Procurement Specialist

Job in Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for: Bureau Veritas Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-23
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Business Development, Business Management, Business Analyst, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
Job Description & How to Apply Below

A WORLD LEADER IN TESTING, INSPECTION & CERTIFICATION SERVICES

Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play a vital role with a global organization. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-job-related characteristics.

This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions.

City:
Toronto

State:
Ontario

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Job Description

The Strategic Procurement Specialist is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, leading competitive procurement processes, and managing supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective, reliable supply of goods and services. This role blends strategic planning with hands-on procurement execution, including RFP management, contract negotiation, cost optimization, and supplier performance management.

Operating within the Procurement organization, this role collaborates cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, Legal, and other stakeholders to align procurement activities with business objectives, mitigate risk, and drive continuous improvement in supply chain performance.

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Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Execution

  • Develop and implement travel and real estate sourcing strategies to support business objectives and ensure continuity of supply.
  • Lead end-to-end competitive bidding processes including scope development, supplier engagement, bid evaluation, and award recommendation.
  • Conduct market analysis, supplier benchmarking, and risk assessments to inform sourcing strategies and decisions.
  • Identify and execute cost reduction initiatives through supplier consolidation, demand management, and negotiation strategies.

    • Supplier & Contract Management

  • Negotiate commercial terms, pricing structures, and contracts to optimize value while minimizing operational, legal, and financial risks.
  • Partner with Legal to review and finalize contractual agreements.
  • Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships across regions, acting as a primary point of contact for performance, issue resolution, and continuous improvement.
  • Evaluate and manage supplier performance using defined KPIs (cost, quality, delivery, responsiveness).

    • Cost Analysis & Performance Optimization

  • Perform detailed spend analysis, cost modeling, and trend analysis using historical data and market insights.
  • Track procurement metrics, savings realization, and supplier performance outcomes.
  • Develop business cases and cost-benefit analyses to support sourcing initiatives and strategic decisions.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness.

    • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with Operations, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure procurement requirements are clearly defined and executed.
  • Partner with Finance and Accounts Payable on payment terms, and invoice resolution.
  • Communicate sourcing strategies, supplier updates, and pricing changes to internal stakeholders.
  • Support leadership with procurement metrics, strategic recommendations, and special projects as required.
  • Collaborate with Latin America team to identify and execute synergies across regions.

    • Project Management & Continuous Improvement

  • Manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously while meeting timelines and delivering measurable results.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Drive continuous improvement aligned with procurement KPIs and organizational goals.

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    Qualifications

    Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s…
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