Indirect Procurement Commodity Management Agent
MhirjMHIRJ is the fusion of two important heritages: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) and the CRJ Series program. We provide comprehensive operational, engineering, and customer support solutions, including maintenance, refurbishment, technical publications, marketing, and sales activities for the global regional aircraft industry. We are looking for an Indirect Procurement Commodity Management Agent
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to join our ranks!
Job Summary The Indirect Procurement Commodity Management Agent is responsible for managing strategic sourcing and purchasing activities for assigned indirect expense categories to support MHIRJ's operational and business objectives. This position involves developing and operationalizing sourcing strategies, assessing supplier capabilities, and conducting competitive sourcing initiatives to ensure the acquisition of goods and services meeting quality, delivery, technical specification, and commercial term requirements.
Working closely with internal stakeholders, the supply chain agent leads supplier selection processes, negotiates commercial terms, drafts and manages supplier contracts, and identifies opportunities to optimize costs, improve supplier performance, and create value for the organization. The incumbent relies on market intelligence, procurement best practices, and sound business judgment to drive effective decision-making and mitigate supply and contract risks.
The Indirect Procurement Commodity Management Agent is also responsible for managing supplier relationships and monitoring their performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations, service expectations, and operational requirements. This position contributes to resolving business issues and participates in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing procurement processes, governance, and overall purchasing efficiency.
Based in Boisbriand, Quebec, and reporting to the Indirect Supply Chain Manager, the incumbent manages complex sourcing activities in key indirect expense categories, including Corporate Services (CS), Aircraft Maintenance Operations (ASO), and other assigned products, to meet the procurement needs of the MHIRJ group.
Your Contribution as an Indirect Procurement Commodity Management Agent:
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers from a commercial and contractual perspective.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop new sources of supply and establish strategic partnerships with suppliers.
• Lead the development and operationalization of sourcing strategies for complex projects involving indirect goods and services, including drafting, negotiating, and managing supplier contracts.
• Identify, analyze, and implement cost reduction and value creation opportunities across all assigned product categories.
• Work in partnership with stakeholders to understand business needs and propose effective procurement solutions while maximizing synergies within the MHI group.
• Manage supplier performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations, service levels, and business requirements.
• Support business stakeholders in managing supplier performance issues, contract disputes, and claims, and lead associated commercial negotiations as necessary.
• Ensure that procurement activities and contracts comply with MHIRJ policies, governance requirements, and contractual standards.
• Maintain purchasing governance records, performance metrics, and key performance indicators in support of BSI procurement objectives.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within procurement processes, tools, and practices.
• Share knowledge and best practices in procurement to foster cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement.
Here is What is Required to Succeed:
• You hold a bachelor's degree in business administration, law, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in managing the full contract lifecycle, including drafting, reviewing, negoti