Strategic Procurement Category Specialist

Natural Factors Inc.; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing customer wellbeing through innovative nutritional products. As a Strategic Procurement Category Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless flow of materials and services. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your skills in negotiation and cost analysis will shine. You'll collaborate with a talented team, contributing to sustainability and efficiency in supply chain management. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career while making a positive impact on lives through effective procurement strategies.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Competitive salary package

Supportive work environment

Recognition for hard work

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of Source to Pay (S2P) process.

Responsibilities

• Designing category strategies for optimizing supply chain efficiency.
• Negotiating supplier agreements and ensuring timely delivery.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Cost Analysis

Process Improvement

Supply Chain Management

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Master’s degree in Business Administration

Supply Chain certification (APICS/SCMA)

Tools

ERP Systems

Material Requirements Planning (MRP)

Job description

Strategic Procurement Category Specialist

Friday, May 9, 2025

As a leading manufacturer of nutritional supplements and other health-building products, we are dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of our customers - through research, development and delivery of effective nutritional products. It is our mission to contribute to the lives of our customers, employees, suppliers and the communities we serve, in a cooperative and sustainable manner.

Are you passionate about ensuring the seamless flow of materials and services within a dynamic organization? Are you adept at negotiating with suppliers, analyzing costs, and driving process improvements? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your skills and contribute to the success of Factors Group of Companies.

At Factors Group of Companies, we don't just create products; we craft experiences that resonate with our customers. Our commitment to Sustainability (people, planet, and profit) is at the core of everything we do. We're a diverse team of creative minds, united by the drive to make a positive impact and revolutionize the industry.

We are a well-established and growing BC business and one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of nutritional supplements, dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of our customers.

• Designing category strategies for optimizing supply chain efficiency.
• Negotiating supplier agreements and ensuring timely delivery of goods.
• Analyzing costs and driving cost reduction initiatives.
• Collaborating cross-functionally to achieve organizational goals.

What you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration; Master’s degree preferred.
• Supply Chain certification with APICS or SCMA or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of procurement experience in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of Source to Pay (S2P) process and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Bill of Materials (BOM) structure, and ERP systems.

What’s in it for you:

• Opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic work environment.
• Contribute to the success of Factors Group of Companies by ensuring supply chain continuity and cost efficiencies.
• Work with a talented team dedicated to achieving common goals.
• Access ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• Enjoy a competitive salary package with benefits.
• Be part of an organization committed to sustainability, guided by core values centered around people, planet, and profit.

What you get:

• A challenging yet rewarding role where you can make a difference.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Recognition for your hard work and dedication.
• A supportive work environment that values your contributions.

If you are ready to be a part of a team that values excellence and commitment to customer wellbeing, apply now! Join Factors Group of Nutritional Companies Inc. and contribute to our mission of making a positive impact on lives.

This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Only electronic applications can be accepted. This position will close when a competitive candidate pool has been identified. We thank you all for your applications and a member of our team will contact you soon. All the best!

All Internal applicants will be given priority for consideration for the first five business days that this position is posted. After that five days, Internal applicants will be considered along with all other applicants;however, areguaranteedat minimum a callfromtheTalentAcquisition team.

• 1550 United Blvd, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6Y2, Canada