Procurement Strategist

4 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Ballard Full time
Job Description

Ballard is seeking a highly skilled Director of Purchasing to lead our procurement efforts and drive strategic sourcing initiatives. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies that align with our business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Procurement Strategy Development: Analyze organizational needs and develop comprehensive purchasing strategies aligned with business objectives for all key operational regions in North America, Europe, and Asia.
  • Supplier Management: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify, evaluate, nominate, and validate suppliers and components that are aligned with Ballard's strategic product roadmap and product development technical, quality, and cost requirements.
  • Procurement Process Optimization: Streamline purchasing processes and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness and enable global growth in a structured and standardized manner.
  • Team Leadership and Development: Lead a team of global purchasing professionals, providing clear direction, guidance, and support.
Requirements:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.
  • Experience: A minimum of 10 years of procurement experience within a technical volume manufacturing environment, including leading and supporting multiple Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) phases from cradle to grave.
  • Skills: Deep knowledge of procurement best practices, market trends, and supplier management strategies. Strong negotiation and contract management skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

As the Director of Purchasing, you will play a crucial role in driving the success of our organization through effective procurement strategies, supplier management, and process optimization. If you are a strategic thinker, a skilled leader, and passionate about delivering value through procurement, we invite you to join our team and contribute to our mission to drive the success of our organization.

Our Values: Listen & Deliver | Quality. Always. | Inspire Excellence | Row Together | Own It

Ballard values diversity in the workplace and is committed to Employment Equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.



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