Senior Strategic Procurement Specialist

Senior Strategic Procurement Specialist

Location: Lachine, QC (Hybrid)

Position Type: Full-time

Wage/Salary Range: Competitive salary based on experience

Shift Schedule: Monday to Friday

Hours Per Day: 8 hours

Company Overview:
GrizzlyTrek invests in people, relationships, and partnerships to connect skilled professionals with meaningful career opportunities across Canada. We support industries including energy, manufacturing, construction, and industrial operations, with a strong focus on long-term workforce development and inclusive employment practices. Our approach emphasizes collaboration, safety, and sustainable growth for both our employees and business partners.

Job Overview:
GrizzlyTrek is currently seeking one Senior Strategic Procurement Specialist to support a high-value industrial operation in the Greater Montréal area. This full-time, hybrid position is well suited for an experienced procurement professional who excels in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and long-term contract development within complex environments.

Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, including negotiation planning, award strategies, and approval processes aligned with established procurement frameworks.

• Negotiate local, regional, and multi-site contracts, covering pricing, delivery schedules, commercial terms, and risk considerations.

• Contribute to the development and execution of category and commodity strategies, including identifying and maintaining preferred supplier lists.

• Build, manage, and maintain strong relationships with assigned suppliers to ensure performance, reliability, and continuous improvement.

• Analyze market conditions, supply trends, and cost drivers to inform sourcing strategies and mitigate procurement risks.

• Represent internal stakeholder requirements during sourcing activities and ensure alignment between procurement strategies and operational needs.

• Monitor supplier performance against contractual and operational KPIs, reporting findings and improvement opportunities to stakeholders.

• Identify, document, and implement cost optimization and value-creation initiatives.

• Support early supplier engagement to drive cost-reduction, innovation, and lifecycle value.

• Identify contractual risks and opportunities, supporting the development or enhancement of supplier agreements as required.

• Implement procurement strategies for both pooled and non-pooled materials and services within the assigned scope.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in strategic procurement, sourcing, or commodity management.

• Proven experience negotiating and managing high-value, multi-year contracts.

• Strong commercial, contractual, and negotiation skills with a strategic, long-term mindset.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for spend analysis, reporting, and data-driven decision-making.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience working within complex, matrixed, or global organizational environments.

• Solid understanding of supplier management, risk assessment, and performance monitoring.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in energy, aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, or industrial sectors.

• Prior leadership experience or involvement in leading cross-functional initiatives.

• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP (training can be provided).

• Bilingual capabilities, including French, are considered an asset.

Work Environment:

• Hybrid work arrangement with a combination of onsite and remote work.

• Office-based role with regular interaction with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Occasional local travel may be required.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for long-term career growth.

• Overtime and performance-based considerations where applicable.

• Professional development and training support.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:
We offer a robust benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, including:

• Life insurance: $100,000 for the employee

• AD&D insurance with critical illness and cancer coverage

• Dependent life insurance for spouse and children

• Extended health care coverage

• Paramedical services

• Vision care

• Dental care

• Travel insurance coverage

Call to Action:
Apply now to join GrizzlyTrek Group Ltd. and contribute your expertise to strategic procurement initiatives that deliver long-term value and sustainable results.

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Learn more at www.grizzlytrekgroup.com