Category Specialist (Industrial Chemicals)
Our client in the mining industry is seeking a qualified professional to contribute to the development and of category strategies in the area of process chemicals. The role is centered on supporting sourcing activities and building strong relationships with internal stakeholders with a focus on data analysis contract and supplier engagement.
What is in it for you:
Salaried: $50 to $57 per hour.
Incorporated Business Rate: $56 to $63 per hour.
12month contract.
Fulltime position: 35 hours per week.
Hybrid work: 3 days per week at the office.
10 15 travel within North America.
Responsibilities:
Support the Category Manager in developing and executing the sourcing plan for process chemicals.
Conduct regular reviews with stakeholders and update category strategies accordingly.
Manage supplier concerns bidding events contract updates and price agreements.
Analyze spend data conduct market research and maintain supplier information.
Lead small spend categories using the full category management cycle under guidance.
Participate in process improvement initiatives (internal and external).
Draft and execute contracts negotiate commercial terms and manage supplier relationships.
Ensure compliance with company procurement and group policies standards and guidelines.
Identify opportunities for cost savings and process efficiencies.
What you will need to succeed:
Bachelor s degree in Commerce Business Finance Engineering or a related field providing the foundational knowledge for procurement contract management and data analysis.
7 years of experience in procurement and supply chain directly supporting sourcing plans negotiations and supplier performance.
Experience working in multinational environments such as Manufacturing Utilities Automotive Rail or FMCG which aligns with the complexity and regional coordination required in this role.
Experience using SAP Ariba and Microsoft Office tools to manage procurement activities and analyze data.
Strong analytical thinking and operations/data analysis skills to support sourcing decisions reporting and continuous improvements.
Sound communication skills essential for engaging with stakeholders negotiating contracts and managing supplier concerns.
Bilingual in English and French to support clients in both languages especially important for collaborating with stakeholders and suppliers across Qu bec and other regions of North America.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Health and safety consciousness and a commitment to ethical conduct in line with corporate and industry standards.
Multitasking skills and a selfstarter attitude important for handling various procurement tasks and small projects simultaneously.
Team player with a positive approach contributing to effective collaboration in a matrixed and crossfunctional environment.
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