Procurement Manager

Magellan Aerospace Limited; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Winnipeg is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee all procurement activities. Responsibilities include managing a procurement team, ensuring skill levels, and driving efficiency and cost reduction. The ideal candidate should have 10-15 years of experience in the aerospace industry, with a background in management. Relevant educational qualifications and designations are important for this role.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years experience in purchasing in aerospace industry.
• 3-5 years management experience preferred.
• Designations such as CPIM, SCMP, CPP are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all procurement activities within Magellan Aerospace in Winnipeg.
• Managing procurement team and ensuring skill levels.
• Collaborating with Supply Chain management.
• Driving team efficiency and engagement.

Skills

Strong planning

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration skills

Organizational skills

Follow-up skills

Education

Post-secondary education in relevant discipline (MBA, Bachelor Business Admin, Finance, Supply Chain Management)

Tools

Standard office equipment and software

Job description

Magellan Aerospace Limited is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.

Position Summary

The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing all procurement activities within Magellan Aerospace Limited, Winnipeg, reporting to the Supply Chain Director. They are responsible for management of the procurement team containing Strategic and Operational Buyers and will ensure that appropriate skill levels, personnel resources and process / supply base knowledge is maintained within the team. This position will focus on positive team engagement and collaboration along with driving on-time supply base delivery performance, purchase cost reduction and process efficiency improvements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Providing Procurement support for all programs and purchasing at Magellan Winnipeg; including Fly-away Product, Capital, Tooling and Consumable materials
• Maintaining and managing required skill and process knowledge levels within the procurement team;
• Collaborating with Supply Chain management team, along with cross-functional Magellan Winnipeg management team members;
• Providing daily management support of procurement team, composed of Strategic and Operational Buyers;
• Promoting a positive team environment and growing employee engagement
• Supporting sourcing activities to maintain on-time delivery and drive purchase cost reductions;
• Promoting and driving incorporation of new processes / technology to improve team efficiency;

Position Requirements

• Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline; e.g. MBA, Bachelor Business Admin, Finance, Supply Chain Management, CIM (minimum of 8 years as a Buyer in an Aerospace Manufacturing environment is considered equivalent to a degree). Designations such as CPIM, SCMP, CPP would be seen as beneficial.
• 10-15 years experience in a purchasing related position in the aerospace industry. With 3-5 years previous management experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of, and experience with, standard office equipment and software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning, organization, collaboration and follow-up skills.

Confidentiality

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated. Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state / province, or local law. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment / interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let your Human Resources point of contact know and we will work with you, to the best of our ability to meet your needs.