Strategic Procurement Business Partner

1 week ago

Alton NS, Colchester County, NS; Nova Scotia, Canada PRIDE Seeds Full-time

Strategic procurement and supplier negotiation shape this full-time permanent position with PRIDE Seeds, supporting internal clients and purchasing decisions.

The Procurement and Purchasing Analyst I serves assigned business areas as a Strategic Procurement Business Partner. Responsibilities span demand planning, sourcing, category management, supplier qualification, contract coordination, and purchase-process governance. The position supports the North America Controller while balancing cost, quality, timing, continuity, and risk.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serve as purchasing focal point for assigned internal clients
  • Anticipate demand and maintain portfolio visibility and action plans
  • Identify, qualify, develop, and reassess suppliers
  • Coordinate contracts, approvals, documentation, and policy compliance
  • Present risks, opportunities, performance, and action plans

Requirements:

  • University degree in supply chain, procurement, finance, or related discipline
  • At least five years in purchasing, procurement, or supply management
  • Category and supplier management experience
  • Knowledge of approval authorities, internal controls, and audit evidence
  • Basic to intermediate Artificial Intelligence knowledge

Bring strategic sourcing, stakeholder communication, supplier qualification, and governance capabilities to PRIDE Seeds purchasing operations.