Procurement Specialist

Sonova AG; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen Procurement Specialist für einen 6-monatigen Vertrag. In dieser spannenden Rolle unterstützen Sie die Beschaffungsprozesse und tragen zur Erreichung der operativen Ziele bei. Sie werden für die Koordination des Einkaufs, die Verwaltung von Lieferantenbeziehungen und die Lösung von Problemen im Zusammenhang mit Lieferung und Kosten verantwortlich sein. Diese Position bietet die Möglichkeit, in einem dynamischen Umfeld zu arbeiten und einen direkten Einfluss auf die Effizienz des Unternehmens zu haben. Wenn Sie leidenschaftlich daran interessiert sind, positive Veränderungen im Leben der Menschen zu bewirken, ist dies die richtige Gelegenheit für Sie.

Benefits

Herausfordernde Arbeitsumgebung

Kollaborative Kultur

Möglichkeiten zur kontinuierlichen Selbstverbesserung

Flexible hybride Arbeitsumgebung

Vielfalt und Inklusion

Qualifications

• Mindestens 3 Jahre Erfahrung im Einkauf oder in der Beschaffung.
• Starke organisatorische Fähigkeiten und Verhandlungsgeschick.

Responsibilities

• Koordination des Einkaufs von Waren und Dienstleistungen von genehmigten Lieferanten.
• Verwaltung von Lizenzverlängerungen und Sicherstellung der rechtzeitigen Verfügbarkeit von Materialien.

Skills

Verhandlungsgeschick

Organisation

Multitasking

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Sourcing Erfahrung

Education

Postsekundäre Ausbildung in Supply Chain Management

Zertifizierung in Supply Chain Management (SCMP)

Tools

SAP

ERP/MRP

Microsoft Office

Ariba

Aconcagua

Vulcan

Job description

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You enjoy creating and innovating. You never stop striving for better. You take responsibility and you get results. You love being part of a team. Above all, you want your work to matter: Welcome to our world! At Sonova, we create sense by bringing sound to life. Our innovative hearing care solutions help millions of people enjoy life’s unforgettable moments.

We offer exceptional career opportunities through market-leading brands from consumer to medical, products and services that keep pushing hearing care forward, and a culture where you can quickly belong and perform at your best.

If you want the freedom to explore, opportunities to grow, and make positive change in people's lives through your work, this is the place for you.

Join Sonova. Create sense.

Procurement Specialist

Who we are

You enjoy creating and innovating. You never stop striving for better. You take responsibility and you get results. You love being part of a team. Above all, you want your work to matter: Welcome to our world! At Sonova, we create sense by bringing sound to life. Our innovative hearing care solutions help millions of people enjoy life’s unforgettable moments.

We offer exceptional career opportunities through market-leading brands from consumer to medical, products and services that keep pushing hearing care forward, and a culture where you can quickly belong and perform at your best.

If you want the freedom to explore, opportunities to grow, and make positive change in people's lives through your work, this is the place for you.

Join Sonova. Create sense.

Procurement Specialist (6-Month Contract)

As a Procurement Specialist on a 6-month contract, you will play a key role in supporting our Supply Chain processes. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Logistics & Demand Planning, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical procurement activities, manage supplier relationships, and resolve issues related to delivery and costs within a fast-paced environment. Your expertise will directly contribute to the success of our operational goals, making this a highly impactful role during your time with us.

Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate procurement of commodities, goods, and services from approved suppliers.
2. Execute online purchasing through e-procurement/e-sourcing tools.
3. Manage license renewals and ensure timely availability of materials.
4. Work with Material Coordinators, Engineering, and Manufacturing to implement Change Plans efficiently.
5. Liaise with suppliers, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of all procurement-related information.
6. Investigate and resolve delivery, costing, or invoicing issues, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
7. Maintain purchasing databases and documentation, including product specifications and costing.
8. Oversee locally-controlled supply contracts and manage service level agreements.
9. Monitor regulatory requirements for inbound shipping, including customs and tariffs, ensuring timely payment of related fees.

More about you:

Education & Experience:

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Strong organization and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in SAP, ERP/MRP, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage tight deadlines.
• Strong sourcing experience and ability to handle procurement tasks efficiently.
• Certification in Supply Chain Management (SCMP) is a plus.
• Familiarity with Ariba, Aconcagua, or Vulcan is desirable.

A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova.

Don't meet all the criteria? If you're willing to go all in and learn, we'd love to hear from you!

We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position, only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon, or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone, please contact [e-mail].

What we offer:

• Exciting and challenging work environment
• Collaborative culture
• Opportunities for continuous self-improvement
• Opportunities for flexible hybrid work environment
• A company that values diversity and inclusion

Sonova Canada is now a certified Great Place to Work (May 2024 - May 2025).

How we work:

At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.

Sonova is an equal opportunity employer

We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the marketplace. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate’s ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.