Procurement Manager

Company Overview

At Pack-Smart Inc. Automation, creativity and innovation are at our core. We're a global leader in high-speed automation solutions for the packaging, print, and converting industries. For over two decades, we've been pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence with a focus on quality, speed, and precision. Our collaborative culture is built on empowering diverse perspectives, fostering learning, and creating inclusive opportunities for all team members.

Job description:

Job title: Procurement Manager - Lead and manage strategic sourcing for World Class Automation Equipment

We're looking for a dynamic Procurement Manager to lead and optimize our sourcing and supply chain strategy for high-performance automation systems. In this role, you'll take full ownership of the procurement lifecycle, ensuring best-in-class cost, quality, and delivery for critical components and assemblies. As the department lead, you'll manage a team, championing continuous improvement, fostering a culture of innovation, and learning within the procurement team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute the full procurement lifecycle in alignment with project requirements.
• Lead the procurement of mechanical and electrical assemblies, components, and materials for high-speed automation systems.
• Drive the onboarding and qualification of new suppliers, including evaluating capabilities.
• Travel to vendor sites for audits, relationship management, and performance evaluations.
• Manage contract negotiations, pricing, payment terms, and volume rebates to drive cost savings and value creation.
• Secure a reliable, agile supply chain with access to both proven and emerging technologies.
• Monitor market conditions and trends, adjusting procurement strategies proactively to stay ahead of supply chain risks and shifts.
• Analyze procurement and spend data to identify cost reduction, efficiency, and performance improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, production, and finance to streamline procurement workflows and automate systems for increased efficiency.
• Manage a team of procurement professionals, fostering growth, accountability, and a culture of innovation.

Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, preferably in the engineering/automation industry.
• 2+ years of experience in leading procurement, buyers, purchases, and equivalent.
• Should be familiar with the buying process, logistics, pricing structures and lead times.
• Experienced in leveraging ERP systems to streamline procurement operations and ensure data accuracy across supply chain processes.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English to effectively communicate technical and non-technical requirements.
• Ability to prioritize and excellent negotiation skills.
• Able to read engineering drawings.
• Ability to travel.

Why Join Pack-Smart Inc.?

• We Care for YOU: We focus on developing, empowering, and energizing our team through coaching, treat days and team events.
• Competitive Total Rewards: Enjoy a competitive starting salary, paid vacation, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and numerous store discounts.
• Modern Work Environment: Experience a safe and dynamic workplace that emphasizes inclusion, learning, and collaboration.
• Innovative Culture: Join a team that thrives on interdisciplinary collaboration and a passion for advancing the world through technology.

Location:

Pack-Smart Inc. is based in Concord, Ontario. A hub for advanced manufacturing with access to urban amenities, close to highway 400 and 407. There is free parking available on-site. Our facility is clean with great lighting, fostering innovation and collaboration

Ready to Engineer the Impossible?

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the hiring process.

Apply now, and let's engineer a better future together

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Concord, ON L4K 0B3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Procurement / Purchasing / Buying: 5 years (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (required)

Work Location: In person