Global Purchasing Leader: Strategic Sourcing & Travel

Executive; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm based in Vancouver is looking for a Global Purchasing Manager to manage purchasing operations globally. The role requires a strategic thinker with at least three years of experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in Chinese for effective communication with international suppliers. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and requires international travel to engage with suppliers and ensure compliance.

Benefits

Travel subsidy for international business trips

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years of proven hands-on experience in global procurement and supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to accurately forecast product quantities and inventory levels.
• Planning and executing all activities related to procurement.
• Overseeing supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity and reliability.

Skills

Fluency in Chinese

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management

Job description

A leading consulting firm based in Vancouver is looking for a Global Purchasing Manager to manage purchasing operations globally. The role requires a strategic thinker with at least three years of experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in Chinese for effective communication with international suppliers. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and requires international travel to engage with suppliers and ensure compliance.