Manager, Purchasing
Hyundai Motor Company
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Job summary
Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. is seeking a proven Manager, Purchasing in Markham to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier relationships, and efficient procurement processes aligned with corporate goals.
You will oversee RFPs, contract negotiations, and vendor performance management while driving cost optimization and policy compliance across the organization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree, preferably in Business Administration or Finance.
- 7+ years in procurement, purchasing, or strategic sourcing.
- SAP experience preferred.
- Concur will be an asset.
- Proficient in MS Office with advanced Excel & database skills.
- Demonstrated experience in RFP management, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
- Experience implementing supplier performance management systems or vendor scorecards.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated, well-organized and detail oriented.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good leadership and delegation skills.
- Bilingual preferred (English/Korean).
Responsibilities
- Develop, propose, and implement Purchasing Department goals, strategies, and process improvements aligned with corporate objectives.
- Oversee daily operations of the purchasing function and provide leadership, coaching, and direction to procurement staff.
- Ensure purchasing activities align with corporate policies, compliance standards, and financial objectives.
- Lead and manage the full RFP process, including specifications, supplier identification, bid solicitation, evaluation, and vendor selection.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams during sourcing initiatives to reflect business and technical needs.
- Establish structured bid evaluation processes to ensure transparency, competitiveness, and value.
- Lead contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, service levels, and terms.
- Draft, review, and manage procurement contracts with legal and finance.
- Ensure supplier agreements align with policies, risk management, and budgets.
- Develop and implement vendor performance scorecards and conduct reviews.
- Maintain strategic supplier relationships and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Supervise procurement team activities including requisitions, orders, and contract administration.
- Ensure procurement systems are used effectively and records/reports are accurate.
- Monitor procurement metrics and report on cost savings and efficiency.
- Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Operations, and Business Units to support needs.
- Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on procurement processes.
- Manage procurement-related budgets and cost-control initiatives.
- Support strategic initiatives to optimize purchasing spend and efficiency.
- Approve purchase orders and expenditures within authority; lead supplier selection and negotiations.
- Provide talent development and performance reviews for staff.
- Address issues and enforce procurement policies and procedures.
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Job description
The Manager, Purchasing is responsible for leading the purchasing function by developing strategic sourcing initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring efficient procurement processes that align with organizational goals. The role oversees the purchasing team and ensures effective execution of procurement activities, including RFP processes, contract negotiations, vendor performance management, and cost optimization.
The position plays a key role in ensuring compliance with corporate procurement policies while delivering value through strategic supplier partnerships and continuous process improvements.
The Manager, Purchasing is responsible for leading the purchasing function by developing strategic sourcing initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring efficient procurement processes that align with organizational goals. The role oversees the purchasing team and ensures effective execution of procurement activities, including RFP processes, contract negotiations, vendor performance management, and cost optimization.
The position plays a key role in ensuring compliance with corporate procurement policies while delivering value through strategic supplier partnerships and continuous process improvements.
- Develop, propose, and implement Purchasing Department goals, strategies, and process improvements aligned with corporate objectives.
- Oversee daily operations of the purchasing function and provide leadership, coaching, and direction to procurement staff.
- Ensure purchasing activities align with corporate policies, compliance standards, and financial objectives.
- Lead and manage the full Request for Proposal (RFP) process, including development of specifications, supplier identification, bid solicitation, evaluation, and final vendor selection.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams during sourcing initiatives to ensure business needs and technical requirements are accurately reflected.
- Establish structured bid evaluation processes to ensure transparency, competitiveness, and value.
- Lead contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, service levels, and commercial terms.
- Draft, review, and manage procurement contracts in collaboration with legal and finance teams.
- Ensure all supplier agreements align with corporate procurement policies, risk management standards, and budget objectives.
- Develop and implement vendor performance scorecards to monitor supplier quality, delivery performance, cost efficiency, and service levels.
- Conduct periodic supplier performance reviews and implement improvement plans where required.
- Maintain strategic supplier relationships and identify opportunities for supplier consolidation and cost savings.
- Supervise team members in procurement activities including purchase requisitions, purchase order issuance, and contract administration.
- Ensure efficient use of procurement systems and tools to maintain accurate records and reporting.
- Monitor purchasing metrics and provide regular reporting on cost savings, supplier performance, and procurement efficiency.
- Work closely with internal departments including Finance, Legal, Operations, and Business Units to support procurement needs.
- Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on procurement processes and supplier engagement.
- Manage procurement-related budgets and ensure cost-effective purchasing practices.
- Support strategic initiatives to optimize purchasing spend and improve overall procurement efficiency.
- Approve purchase orders and procurement expenditures within assigned authority limits.
- Lead supplier selection and recommend vendorcontracts for approval.
- Conduct supplier negotiations and recommend contract terms.
- Provide hiring recommendations, performance reviews, and development plans for department staff.
- Address purchasing issues and implement procurement policies and procedures.
- Completion of a Bachelor degree, preferably in Business Administration or Finance.
- 7+ in procurement, purchasing, or strategic sourcing or any relevant experience.
- SAP experience preferred
- Experience with Concur will be an asset
- Proficient in MS Office with advanced Excel & data base skills
- Demonstrated experience in RFP management, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
- Experience implementing supplier performance management systems or vendor scorecards.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Self-motivated, well-organized and detail oriented
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good leadership and delegation skills
- Bilingual preferred (English/Korean)
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Hiring Range: $99,100 - $128,700
The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate's relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity
- Be part of an Award-Winning Culture
- Access Comprehensive Health and Dental Coverage from Day One, including up to $2,500 in Mental Wellness Benefits
- Take Advantage of RRSP Matching
- Participate in an Exclusive Car Leasing Program
- Benefit from Flexible Start Times
- Receive Competitive Paid Time Off
- Explore Career Growth, Mentoring, and Tuition Support Opportunities
- Celebrate Every Contribution and Career Milestone Through Our Internal Recognition Platform and Programs
- Get Enhanced Maternity and Parental Leave Top-Up
- Enjoy an Onsite Cafeteria and Game Room at our Markham Office
- Opportunity for a Discretionary Annual Bonus Program
Candidates will be reviewed on or before May 19, 2026.
We are committed to providing employees with an experience that will help them grow and develop professionally. Ideal candidates are self-starters, team players and thrive in a dynamic environment. If you are looking to build your career with a growing organization where you can use your knowledge, skills and talents, consider joining our team.
Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We are also committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities and their accessibility requirements. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will take all reasonable steps required to meet your accessibility requirements.
We thank all applicants for their interest; only candidates selected to proceed in the recruitment process will be contacted.
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