Buyer, Global Procurement

Novocol Pharma, a Septodont company; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Buyer for Global Procurement to enhance vendor relationships and optimize procurement strategies. This role is pivotal in sourcing quality materials and services while ensuring cost-effectiveness and sustainability. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive cost savings initiatives, and lead negotiations to secure the best agreements. With a commitment to employee development and an inclusive work environment, this opportunity promises professional growth and a chance to make a significant impact within a thriving organization. If you are passionate about procurement and looking to advance your career, this role is for you.

Benefits

Excellent compensation/benefits package

Bonus and reward programs

Discounted gym memberships

Programs supporting work life balance

Employee recognition program

Professional and personal development programs

Social events and spirit days

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in strategic procurement is essential.
• Expertise in procurement principles and supply chain understanding.

Responsibilities

• Support internal stakeholders for sourcing and procurement processes.
• Lead vendor negotiations and manage KPI's for suppliers.

Skills

Strategic Procurement

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or technical field

Post-graduate education/certificate in purchasing/procurement management

Project Management designation or experience

Job description

Company Details

Septodont is a leading manufacturer of dental pharmaceuticals and medical devices. The French-based company employs over 2,000+ people globally. We have six manufacturing plants in France, India, North and South America, and an international distribution network that is dedicated to serving the needs of dental professionals in more than 150 countries. Our North American operations have facilities in Ontario, Montreal, and Pennsylvania. It also has Latin American operations with facilities in Brazil and Colombia.

Our Cambridge, Ontario site is also home to our Novocol Pharma division, which focuses on contract development and manufacturing, specialized in sterile injectable cartridge and combination product manufacturing.

Our employees are our number one asset! We offer developmental opportunities, excellent compensation and benefit programs, discounted gym memberships, work/life balance programs, employee recognition, social events and spirit days.

The company has an opening at its sterile injectable manufacturing facility in Cambridge, Ontario for a Buyer, Global Procurement.

Job Summary

The Buyer, Global Procurement is responsible for the sourcing, negotiation, and selection of the best vendors to deliver the most cost-effective, quality materials or services to support operations and shared services while managing sustainable business relationships with our vendors. This position, part of the global procurement organization, primarily focuses on the scope of the Septodont, Cambridge site but may also be involved in some projects/negotiations at Septodont Group global level. This position works hand to hand with the site purchasing team and closely with supply chain, engineering, production, project management and product development teams.

Responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Support internal stakeholders for the sourcing and procurement process.
2. Needs and scope definition and scope of work drafting support.
3. Potential vendor screening and leading due diligence activities.
4. Prepare Requests For Proposal and manage vendor bid process.
5. Proposals comparison and selection.
6. Negotiation (quality, prices, timelines, business terms…).
7. Contract performance support to legal.
8. Main suppliers monitoring including establishing and reporting on KPI’s.
9. In line with the global team, conduct business analysis and develop local sourcing strategies.
10. Beyond price negotiations, work and regularly propose solutions to optimize and strengthen vendor partnerships, and reduce Total Cost of Ownership of goods and services.
11. Leads cost savings and value creation projects.
12. Negotiate yearly agreements and liaise with purchasing and supply chain for goods supply and master data management such as pricing, MOQ and lead times.
13. Lead regular Business Review Meetings with main/strategic vendors and manage KPIs aligned with global procurement strategy.
14. Leads claims process with vendors and liaises with other departments for timely problem solving.
15. Scope covers both direct and indirect procurement (goods and services). Follows GMP, regulatory requirements and policies/SOP and ensures quality standards are met.
16. Observes and supports all safety guidelines and regulations.
17. Demonstrates the Company Mission, Vision and Values Statements, policies, and current standard business practices.
18. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education:

1. Bachelor's degree in business and/or technical field.
2. Post-graduate education/certificate in purchasing/procurement management is preferred.
3. Project Management designation or experience is an asset.

Experience:

1. Minimum 4 years’ experience in strategic procurement.
2. Pharmaceutical, food, or cosmetic industry experience is considered an asset.
3. Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and negotiation skills.
4. Expertise in procurement principles and supply chain understanding.
5. Demonstrated initiative, with the ability to work independently.
6. Proven analytical skills with the ability to problem solve and achieve results.
7. Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to execute highly complex or specialized projects.
8. Able to work effectively in a cross-functional setting as a team player in collaboration with others.
9. Ability to challenge status quo and adapt precedent from traditional approaches to develop solutions.

What we offer

1. Excellent compensation/benefits package.
2. Bonus and reward programs.
3. Discounted gym memberships.
4. Programs supporting work life balance.
5. Employee recognition program.
6. Professional and personal development programs, social events and spirit days.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.

Recruitment Fraud – please be aware of recruitment fraud. Novocol Pharmaceutical of Canada Inc. will never ask for banking information, money or any personal information up front. We will only respond to official applications submitted through our careers site. In addition, we will only use official corporate e-mail addresses (septodont.com or novocolpharma.com) to communicate with applicants. Should you be contacted without submitting an application, please delete the message and advise your e-mail provider.

Septodont Employee Referral – When submitting your application please select "Yes" to the referral question and provide the name of the Septodont employee that referred you in the "If yes, who?" field on your application.

Contract type

Permanent