Strategic Sourcing Director

5 days ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada HPDI Technology Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic leader to join our team as a Senior Director, Purchasing at HPDI Technology LP. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for leading and directing all facets of our global purchasing function, including procurement and supplier relationship management.


Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement long-term sourcing strategies to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in our purchasing operations.
  • Supplier Management: Identify and cultivate global supplier relationships with suppliers located across North America, Europe, and China.
  • Cost Management: Develop cost reduction strategies and initiatives to improve the overall cost efficiency of our supply chain.
  • Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks within our supply chain, and develop contingency plans for critical components and suppliers.
  • Market Analysis: Monitor market trends and conduct material cost analysis to inform purchasing decisions.
  • Supplier Performance: Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and audits to ensure supplier performance meets compliance and contractual obligations.
  • Negotiation: Lead complex negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions, ensuring contracts meet legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Process Improvement: Proactively implement corrective actions, manage re-negotiations, and amendments as required.
  • Collaboration: Collaborate with production to manage inventory levels and optimize inventory strategies.
  • Procurement Management: Manage all aspects of procurement activities, and ensure adherence to processes and protocols.
  • Supply Chain Innovation: Design and implement innovative supply chain models to meet changing organizational demands.
  • Reporting: Develop and present detailed monthly reports on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), forecasting, and addressing key variances as necessary.
  • System Management: Manage and optimize the JD Edwards ERP system related to purchasing functions, enhancing processes and tools as necessary.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Cultivate and strengthen key strategic supplier relationships, negotiate critical agreements, and streamline the supplier base to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Purchasing Expertise: Contribute purchasing expertise to both internal and external development projects, coordinate with global teams to ensure alignment of purchasing strategies and practices.
  • Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the global purchasing team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or similar.
  • Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement management within the automotive or technology industry, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven experience working with suppliers located in North America, Europe, and China is an asset.
  • Proven experience in strategic sourcing and procurement management within the automotive or tech industry.
  • A track record of achieving cost savings.
  • In-depth knowledge of supply chain management, contract law, and industry regulations.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems and advanced proficiency in data analytics tools.

Competencies
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage and develop a team.
  • Strategic thinking: Develop and implement long-term sourcing strategies.
  • Negotiation skills: Negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities to leverage data to drive decisions.

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