Direct Materials Sourcing Specialist Welland, Ontario, Canada
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- Welland, ON
- $75,000-94,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Support development and execution of category strategies and key supply chain initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement across sourcing processes, tools, and workflows.
- Proactively assess supplier capabilities, capacity, and potential supply risks.
- Monitor and improve supplier performance, including On-Time Delivery (OTD).
- Request and analyze supplier quotations using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) logic.
- Support complex supplier negotiations and preparation activities for the Global Category Leader (GCL).
- Conduct shortage root cause analysis with the planning team prior to escalation to GCL.
- Analyze spend data to identify cost reduction opportunities.
- Support execution and tracking of cost savings projects.
- Monitor market trends that impact material costs (raw materials, exchange rates, etc.).
- Partner closely with engineering, production, planning, finance, and other internal teams to understand requirements and align procurement activities.
- Support additional responsibilities assigned by the Senior Sourcing Manager or GCL team.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
- Strong technical aptitude and business acumen, with proven influencing, negotiation, and facilitation skills developed through at least 3 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain management, or a related field. Proven track record in project management, risk management, and strategic sourcing.
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive results.
- Strong knowledge/skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and procurement processes.
- Entrepreneurial, intrinsically motivated mindset with demonstrated ownership of responsibilities.
- Team player mentality and continuous improvement mindset.
- Familiarity with reciprocating engine components, manufacturing processes, and key suppliers.
- Location: Welland, ON
- Travel: Up to 25% domestic and international.
- Salary Range: $75,000 - $94,000, which will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
- Visa Sponsorship: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the foreseeable future.