Strategic Sourcing Specialist – Amico Clinical Solutions

Strategic Sourcing Specialist – Amico Clinical Solutions Richmond Hill, Ontario Amico is a leading manufacturer of Medical Equipment with 9 manufacturing facilities employing over 1100 people across North America. Amico is dedicated to developing and manufacturing the most advanced medical equipment for the global Health Care Industry. Primary Focus The primary role of the strategic sourcing specialist is to develop sourcing plans by coordinating and drafting specifications in partnership with Engineers to determine quality criteria, design criteria, as well as all appropriate documentation to enable potential vendors to quote. Creating strong relationships with suppliers and maintaining the existing ones. Forecasting, pricing and MSA’s or contracts. Roles & Responsibilities: In conjunction with the engineering department, source, identify, and develop new worldwide vendors and arrange for new product samples based on urgency, product type, location, ability, cost, and quality are key factors. Identify single-source raw material risks and develop contingency/alternate plans to ensure there are no gaps in the supply chain. Leads negotiations and manages worldwide and/or regional/local contracts. Independently conduct standard data analyses and transactions, e.g., analyzing internal client requirements, reviewing purchase requisitions for goods to ensure compliance with purchasing procedures and user requirements, preparing routine bids and proposals, creating supporting spreadsheets, conducting more complex product and price comparisons, assisting in bid openings, obtaining telephone quotes, etc. Acts as a key interface with Silent-Aire Engineering and Procurement and Production ensuring alignment of strategies, standard processes, and commitments. Providing solutions to improve company spending and outsourcing. Drive strong cross-cultural relationships and can influence a diverse range of stakeholders. Assists in developing, supporting, and driving 3–5-year global strategies focused on identifying and contracting with suppliers that meet key business needs and the category management goals. Analyze data to determine where it makes sense to buy direct from raw material source vs. distributor. Meeting with vendors regularly via travel and video conference to evaluate proposals and share market trend analysis. Maintain and update the supplier database and find alternative suppliers if the existing ones are unable to meet their obligations. Process validation & verification; ensure the vendors product meets requirements and specifications before they ship by using appropriate Quality documentation. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Applicable Post-Secondary education, e.g., Purchasing/Supply Chain Management, B.Comm, Engineering, Business Administration, etc. 5+ years of related experience in purchasing. Fluency in both English and Mandarin Chinese. Knowledge of manufacturing processes, industrial equipment, and concepts such as Design for Manufacturing/Assembly for Engineering roles. A combination of manufacturing and engineering acumen is an asset. Polished negotiation skills. A thorough understanding of sourcing methodologies. Meets requirements for entry into PMAC (CPP) accreditation and enrollment is desirable. Strong data analytical skills. Strong communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook. Must have a balance of both strategic and operational capacities, including global sourcing, supplier management, commodity risk management, etc. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.   For more information, please visit us at www.amico.com *Only selected candidates will be contacted.