Strategic Direct Procurement Manager: Cost & Supply

Heartland Coca-Cola Bottling Company, LLC; Brampton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bottling company in Canada seeks a Manager for Direct Procurement and Supply Management in Brampton. This role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating solutions to technical issues, and leading cost-saving initiatives. Candidates should have 5-7 years of experience and a degree in engineering or a related field. Join a dynamic team dedicated to continuous improvement and excellence in service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in direct procurement and supplier relationship management.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain planning processes and systems is a plus.
• OEM experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Liaison with North America Procurement group representing Canadian bottlers.
• Negotiate liability with suppliers for defective materials and supply chain issues.
• Hold suppliers accountable to continuous improvement and corrective actions.
• Lead change management related to supplier transitions and sourcing changes.
• Deliver cost savings and build bottom-up budgets with finance.

Skills

Direct procurement

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

Technical understanding

Crisis management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain, or Business

Job description

A leading bottling company in Canada seeks a Manager for Direct Procurement and Supply Management in Brampton. This role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating solutions to technical issues, and leading cost-saving initiatives. Candidates should have 5-7 years of experience and a degree in engineering or a related field. Join a dynamic team dedicated to continuous improvement and excellence in service.