Strategic Sourcing Assistant (Co-op)

S&C Electric; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electric company in Ontario is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Co-op to assist sourcing projects and develop procurement strategies. The ideal candidate is currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Engineering. This role offers a hybrid work environment and competitive compensation. Join us for a valuable co-op experience this Winter 2026.

Benefits

Safe and fun working environment

Competitive compensation

Opportunity to learn new skills

Paid vacation days

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Organized, and able to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• Self-starter with strong initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in sourcing projects and creating procurement strategies.
• Supporting RFP, RFQ, and negotiation processes.
• Developing/executing category strategies and managing supplier performance.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Operations Management

Industrial Engineering

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Education

Currently enrolled in a degree program

Pursuing a supply chain/business or engineering degree

Job description

Are you a team player who is looking for a great co-op placement in Strategic Sourcing? We would like to hear from you! We are currently hiring for a Strategic Sourcing Co-op for our Global Sourcing department. The ideal candidate is currently pursuing a post-secondary education in the Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering or related field.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Sourcing Manager, the Strategic Sourcing Assistant (Co-op) will be responsible for assisting in sourcing projects, creating procurement strategies, data analysis for spend categories, contract T&C compliance and liaising with cross functional departments for cost reduction targets and supplier performance goals are met.

Work Arrangement

Hybrid, 3 days per week in office

Work Term

Winter 2026 (4 Months: Jan - Apr) or (8 Months: Jan - Aug)

As a Strategic Sourcing Assistant, you will be:

• Identifying suppliers and developing strategic relationships for Capital Equipment and MRO.
• Understanding market conditions and effectively communicating trends/forecasts to stakeholders.
• Supporting the RFP, RFQ, RFA and negotiation processes - with a focus on creating value.
• Working in conjunction with Legal and stakeholders to negotiate contract terms and conditions.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to effectively manage the supplier portfolio.
• Developing/executing category strategies, vendor pool and sourcing plan.
• Managing supplier performance. Developing and monitoring KPIs for key suppliers.
• Ensuring contract commitments are met and entered in ERP system.

Who are we looking for? Someone who:

• Currently enrolled in a degree program and in good standing at an accredited college or university and pursuing a supply chain / business or engineering degree.
• Enrolled and eligible for a 4 or 8 month Co-op program for the Winter 2026 work term.
• Candidates pursuing Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering programs are preferred.
• General understanding of sourcing, category knowledge & supplier management experience.
• Organized and has skills to multi-task several projects with several team members.
• Self-starter, high initiative, persistent and curious.
• Possesses strong initiative to understand a problem and work independently to solve it.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications and strong with excel.
• Previous work experience in a supply chain or operations environment preferred.
• Database skills and ERP experience is a plus.
• Language: English, basic French Language a plus but not mandatory.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Organized, and able to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.

In return, we will provide you with

• Safe and fun working environment where we celebrate our milestones
• Competitive compensation
• Opportunity to learn new skills and valuable work experience
• Paid vacation days (applicable to 8 - 16 month co-ops)

These are just some of the other reasons why S&C is a great place to work. Do we still have your attention? If so, click on the link to submit your application and join our team today!

S&C Electric Canada Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, S&C Electric Canada Ltd. will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform S&C Electric Canada Ltd.’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.