Strategic Procurement Specialist

Trench Group GmbH; Pickering; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Pickering, Ontario, is seeking a Strategic Procurement Specialist to develop and implement strategies for procurement. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in procurement and supplier management, along with strong negotiation and project management skills. The role offers a competitive salary range of $60,000 – $100,000 annually, along with opportunities for growth in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Practical experience in energy transmission technology

Support from experienced professionals

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, contract management, and supplier management.
• Specialized knowledge of specific commodities is an asset.
• Strong ability to apply classic and advanced negotiation methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commodity strategies for cost control.
• Drive supplier management process including contract negotiation.
• Lead and support supply chain projects for risk mitigation.

Skills

Collaboration

Negotiation

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Admin or Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Strategic Procurement Specialist

On-site | Full time | Senior (5+ years)

About us

In Trench Canada, we deliver state‑of‑the‑art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance.

We are driven by a commitment to advancing the energy sector through innovative technology and sustainable practices. Our culture emphasizes continuous improvement, attention to detail, and adaptability, while fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed.

Our Values:

• Trust
• Responsibility
• Excellence
• Navigating Change
• Candor
• Humility

Your Tasks:

• Develop and Implement Commodity strategies to generate value and to minimize the overall cost and ensure reliable on‑time supply of materials in the required quality to create a strong competitive advantage.
• Drive Supplier Management process including contract negotiation, qualification, selection, evaluation, classification, development and claim management, to develop the best suppliers and ensure transparency.
• Independently prepare and carry out negotiations with suppliers around the world.
• Lead, implement or support complex supply chain projects for risk mitigation and future sustainability.
• Understand in detail the cost structure of their commodity in detail for cost control and negotiations and identify potential improvements.
• Implement and ensure usage of defined methods, processes and systems (e.g., compliant to Purchase‑to‑Pay (P2P) process, Procurement Guidelines, IT systems and compliance).
• Align strategies and ensure close cooperation with internal customers such as Engineering, R&D, Production, Quality, as well as with other global factories.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Admin or Supply Chain Management.
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in procurement, contract management, and supplier management. Supply Chain accreditation is considered an asset.
• Specialized knowledge of some specific commodities is an asset such as Insulators, Machined Parts, Sheet Metal parts, Conductive material, Electronics etc.
• You have strong collaboration, persuasion/influencing abilities with project management skills, and the ability to drive supplier/product change projects within a cross‑functional team.
• Working knowledge of purchasing fundamentals including RFQ's, strong ability to apply classic and advanced negotiation methods (e.g., e‑Auction), Incoterms 2020 knowledge etc.
• Ability to access priorities, demonstrate flexibility and understand the sense of urgency.
• Self‑motivated, demonstrate problem solving abilities, continuous improvement and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications.
• Advanced Microsoft capabilities (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and SAP are an asset.

We offer:

In accordance with the Pay Transparency Act, we are committed to providing clear and accessible information about compensation for this role. The expected compensation range for this position is $60,000 – $100,000 / Annually. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on several job‑related factors, including relevant education, depth and breadth of experience, professional certifications or license, specialized skills aligned with the role, and internal equity considerations.

• The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company
• You will work in a motivated team on forward‑looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies
• Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility

Trench is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or support at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

Trench uses artificial intelligence and automated tools as part of its recruitment and screening processes to support efficient and fair candidate evaluation.

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