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KRONOS Worldwide, Inc.; Varennes; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site nurse

Certification reimbursement

Uniform provided

Safety shoes provided

EAP

Referral bonus

Free parking

Public transit nearby

Job summary

KRONOS Canada Inc. in Varennes, Quebec, is seeking an experienced procurement lead to manage the purchase of supplies and services for the Varennes plant.

You will negotiate with major suppliers, issue tenders, and drive contracts from initial contact to closure, ensuring KRONOS acceptance. You will maintain SAP data, review monthly reports, and help develop new processes to improve efficiency while upholding high standards.

Qualifications

• DEC in Administration and completion of Procurement, Logistics, Transportation, and Operations Management.
• 10 years of procurement experience.
• Proficiency in French and English (spoken and written).
• Knowledge of SAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tender documents and issue them to bidders.
• Develop negotiation strategies and negotiate with suppliers.
• Prepare and review purchase orders and ensure follow-up on monthly reports.
• Identify new suppliers and manage KRONOS relationships with suppliers.
• Maintain information in the SAP system.
• Participate in developing new processes to improve efficiency.
• Evaluate supplier performance with relevant departments.
• Manage supplier complaints and follow up until resolution.
• Assist in preparing engineering specifications and provide recommendations.
• Coordinate QA/QC activities for assigned contracts.
• Ensure logistics for delivery of goods, including Incoterms and special transportation.

Skills

Bilingual (French/English)

Negotiation

Analytical mindset

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Office suite

Education

DEC in Administration with Procurement/Logistics courses

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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The incumbent will be responsible for the procurement of all supplies and services for the Varennes plant. They will lead negotiations and ensure follow-up with major suppliers, from initial contact through to contract closure following KRONOS acceptance.

• Prepare tender documents and issue them to bidders;
• Develop negotiation strategies and negotiate with suppliers;
• Prepare and review purchase orders and ensure follow-up on monthly reports;
• Identify new suppliers and manage business relationships between KRONOS and its suppliers;
• Maintain information in the SAP system;
• Participate in the development of new processes to improve efficiency;
• Evaluate the performance of key suppliers in close collaboration with the departments involved and/or recipients of goods and services;
• Manage the full supplier complaint process and follow up until resolution;
• Participate in the preparation of engineering specifications and provide recommendations based on project needs;
• Coordinate QA/QC activities for assigned contracts;
• Ensure logistics for the delivery of goods (temporary storage, Incoterms, special transportation, etc.).

Education, Experience and Competencies

• DEC in Administration and the completion of the following four courses: Procurement, Logistics, Transportation, and Operations Management;
• 10 years of experience in procurement;
• Proficiency in French and English (spoken and written);
• Knowledge of SAP;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset and excellent negotiation skills.
• Competitive salary of $57.22/hour;
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.;
• Three (3) weeks of vacation upon hiring;
• Five (5) paid days off for family obligations/illness;
• fourteen (14) paid statutory holidays;
• Defined contribution pension plan with a 9% employer contribution;
• Access to an on-site nurse;
• Reimbursement of annual membership fees for professional certifications, where applicable;
• Uniform provided, including cleaning service;
• Safety shoes provided;
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• Employee referral bonus;
• Overtime available on a voluntary basis;
• Free parking and public transit nearby.

KRONOS Canada Inc. is an internationally renowned company that has been established in Quebec for over 60 years, with a strong focus on the well-being of its employees. KRONOS provides a stimulating work environment and offers high-value benefits and working conditions that stand out in the Quebec market. The company is globally recognized for its production of high-quality titanium dioxide (pigments for paint manufacturing) and its commitment to human resources, which actively contributes to the success of the company.