Sourcing Specialist

Sandvik Group; Milton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive sourcing professional to enhance supply chain value and support its Regional Sourcing Team. This role involves evaluating and negotiating with suppliers, ensuring optimal procurement decisions, and driving continuous improvement in supplier management. With a commitment to sustainability and diversity, the company fosters a collaborative environment where your contributions can significantly impact business outcomes. Join this innovative firm and take advantage of flexible work arrangements, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible Work Arrangements

Employee Benefits Program

Superannuation Contribution of 13%

Short-Term Incentive Bonus

Length of Service Recognition

Paid Parental Leave

Training and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in sourcing or supply chain environments.
• Expertise in negotiation and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage supplier relationships to enhance procurement decisions.
• Negotiate contracts and ensure supplier performance.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Negotiation

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Account Management

Education

Degree in Business

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

SAP 4 Hana

Power BI

Job description

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a globally recognized leader in supplying equipment, tools, parts, service, and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. As a business area within the Sandvik Group, we are proud to employ approximately 44,000 people across more than 150 countries.

Our commitment to sustainability is unwavering, and we conduct business in a responsible and ethical manner. Our core values prioritize safety above all else, and we always operate with consideration for the environment and the communities in which we work. Our commitment to integrity and building relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust is paramount.

We recognize that our strength lies in diversity, and we are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, fairness, and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Join us at Sandvik, where we are dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation in the mining and construction industries.

The role

As a key member of Sandvik’s Sourcing Team, you will play a vital role in strengthening our competitive position by enhancing supply chain value and supporting the Regional Sourcing Team. You will evaluate and negotiate with external suppliers across multiple categories, ensuring optimal procurement decisions aligned with global directives and governance models. Through exposure to procurement policies and performance indicators, you help drive continuous improvement in supplier management and business outcomes. Collaboration is at the heart of this role, as you work closely with peers and stakeholders to achieve impactful results.

Areas of responsibility

• Develop and manage multiple and simultaneous suppliers in the region, ensuring key stakeholders' involvement in the determination of requirements, specifications, selection criteria, review of proposals, negotiations and suppliers’ relationship management.
• Negotiate contracts and provide support to global, regional and local needs in regard to various suppliers.
• Ensure various suppliers' optimal performance in terms of cost, availability, delivery, quality, reliability, etc..
• Ensure various suppliers' adherence to Sandvik policies and procedures (NDA, ABC, Trade Compliance, Contracts, etc.).
• Manage the contract/relationship with various suppliers, leveraging on their capabilities, uncovering and realizing maximum value, and reducing the risk of failure.
• Map our business needs, and collaboratively develop and implement sourcing strategies, way-of-working and relationships towards various suppliers, ensuring procurement decisions support needs of key users and stakeholders.
• Prioritize and ensure that the sourcing tasks are performed in a timely manner.

Your profile

You are a proactive and self-motivated professional with strong analytical skills and a results-driven mindset. With a minimum of five years’ experience in sourcing or supply chain environments, particularly within mechanical components such as engines and hydraulics, you bring expertise in negotiation, strategic sourcing, and supplier account management. Your ability to lead process improvements, build strong stakeholder relationships, and drive value-added solutions makes you an asset to any team.

Holding a degree or equivalent qualification in business, engineering, or supply chain, you are adept at working within complex matrix organizations. You have advanced skills in Excel and data analysis, along with experience in SAP 4 Hana and exposure to developing Power BI reporting. Additionally, you are flexible to travel regionally and globally (~20%), supporting business needs.

Agencies need not apply.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

What we offer

Join us for an exciting career with endless opportunities! Our company offers a variety of benefits that will make you eager to start your next adventure.

Work from the comfort of your own home with our flexible work arrangements and take advantage of our Employee Benefits Program which includes options for salary sacrifice. You'll also receive a superannuation contribution of 13% on top of your earnings, giving you added peace of mind for your future.

As a part of our team, you'll be eligible for our Short-Term Incentive Bonus scheme, recognizing your hard work and dedication to the company's success. Plus, our Length of Service Recognition program highlights our commitment to our employees and rewards their loyalty.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide paid parental leave to support our employees and their families. Our company also offers training and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and reach your career goals.

Sandvik is proud to be a Work180 Endorsed Employer for Women. If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and benefits on the Work180 website.

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