Strategic Sourcing Director for Indirect Spend

2 weeks ago


Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada The North West Company Full time

In a leadership role at The North West Company, you will oversee the development and implementation of an effective strategic sourcing plan for indirect spend. This involves managing relationships with internal stakeholders and vendors to ensure optimal pricing and favorable terms. As Strategic Sourcing Director for Indirect Spend, you will lead a team and support various business units across the enterprise.

About The Role
  • Work closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams during product/service testing;
  • Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to ensure optimal pricing and favorable terms (e.g., expiring contract review, pipeline development);
  • Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risk and improve cost-effectiveness;

You will need to understand and recommend high-impact projects that drive meaningful results (e.g., reducing costs, mitigating risks, and improving quality). Additionally, you will provide general product and services management support to internal business stakeholders.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree required in a field related to Management, Business, Economics, Supply Chain, Finance, or Accounting;
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in roles related to Category Management, Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, Analytics, and/or Management Consulting;
  • Management and leadership experience is required;
  • Demonstrated successful contract and agreement negotiation experience, managing the entire RFQ/RFP process, including development of negotiating plans and strategies, and analytical approach to decision-making;
  • Proven organizational, planning, and prioritizing skills with the ability to adhere to strict timelines;

This position requires willingness and ability to travel for supplier presentations, site visits, and key department meetings at Headquarters when required.

About Us

The North West Company values a collaborative and constructive culture based on the following principles:

  • Being Enterprising;
  • Committing to our Customer;
  • Working with Passion;
  • Leading and Developing Others;
  • Demonstrating Respect and Inclusivity;
  • Building Trust.

We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. Our goal is to be a leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we encourage applications from all candidates, including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities.

A competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per year is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop, and advance throughout the organization. We adhere to the Corporate job posting guidelines.



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