Vice President, Purchasing

Woodbridge

  • Mississauga, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
Legal Entity: Woodbridge Foam CorporationRequisition ID: 3655About WoodbridgeWe are innovators using advanced technology to manufacture next generation products. We are pioneers in foam technology science and provide our products to customers in multiple industries. We are a global team of over 7,000 teammates strong who are laser focused on quality, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We are proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work through our Woodbridge Cares programs that serves communities around the world through volunteerism and philanthropy. We are a people centric organization that has been awarded numerous recognitions for our commitment to manufacturing excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of foam technology.Woodbridge CultureWoodbridge takes immense pride in its robust corporate (think people first, innovation, lets get to it, manufacturing focused) culture, which serves our customers, Teammates, and the world. We're thrilled to share that in 2024, Woodbridge has been awarded Deloitte's Best Managed designation for eight consecutive years. This accolade is not just an award; it's a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, inspiring you to be a part of our journey!What's in it for you?
  • Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan
  • Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match - Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match
  • Flexible Working Hours
  • Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches
  • Continuous Learning Culture - We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!
Role Purpose:The Vice President, Purchasing is responsible for shaping and executing a global procurement strategy that delivers measurable value across cost, quality, delivery, innovation, and sustainability. This role will lead a team of procurement professionals dedicated to a transformational approach that is agile and data-driven. By building a unified global team, fostering strategic supplier partnerships, and embedding best-in-class practices, the VP will ensure that purchasing not only supports but actively drives the company's growth, profitability, and competitive advantage. As a key member of the global leadership team, the VP will influence enterprise-wide strategy, strengthen risk resilience, and champion a culture of performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the global supply chain.Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead all aspects of global purchasing strategy, execution, and governance across direct and indirect categories, managing a $1B+ annual spend.
  • Drive transformation of the procurement function-modernizing systems, processes, and team structure to support a more agile, strategic, and value-driven organization.
  • Build a unified global procurement team by aligning and optimizing existing regional resources across the globe and selectively recruiting new talent to support future growth.
  • Partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, finance, sales) to ensure purchasing supports broader business objectives.
  • Identify and develop strategic supplier relationships to improve cost, quality, delivery, and innovation.
  • Champion the use of data, analytics, and digital tools to elevate procurement performance and transparency.
  • Establish strong supplier performance management and continuous improvement frameworks.
  • Ensure compliance with OEM requirements, industry standards, and corporate policies.
  • Deliver year-over-year procurement cost optimization targets while improving supplier performance metrics.
  • Lead risk management strategies to mitigate supply chain disruptions and geopolitical uncertainties, ensuring business continuity
Minimum Qualifications, Formal Education, Certification or Equivalent
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering, or a related field is required.
Key candidate experience includes:
  • Able to manage complex, high-value, high-volume procurement portfolios at a global scale, particularly in chemical-intensive or automotive manufacturing environments.
  • Ability to develop and execute long-term sourcing strategies that align with overall business objectives.
  • Proven experience in modernizing procurement functions through digital tools, process innovation, and enterprise-wide change management.
  • Strong, data-driven, analytical skills to evaluate supplier performance, optimize cost, and support strategic decision-making.
  • Deep understanding of supplier quality assurance, compliance, and continuous improvement in global supply chains.
  • Able to play a critical role on the global leadership team, shaping the future of procurement and supply performance across the organization.
Leadership capabilities
  • Capable of leading and building geographically dispersed teams of ~30+ professionals around the globe.
  • Comfortable with international leadership and managing across cultures
  • Brings high energy, ambition, and a proactive leadership style while remaining patient and adaptable to pre-defined processes.
Woodbridge is committed to fostering a diverse workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, colour, ancestry, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know, and we will do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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