Strategic Sourcing Lead, Packaging & Cost Savings

Lactalis Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A Competitive Base Salary

Performance-Based Bonus System

4 Weeks of Vacation

Benefits starting day 1

Pension Program with Employer Match

Job summary

Lactalis Canada is seeking a Senior Buyer to develop and execute sourcing strategies for packaging categories, manage supplier relationships, and negotiate commercial agreements. The role ensures supply continuity and drives cost reductions across North America, collaborating with operations, marketing, finance and global procurement.

You will participate in cross-functional projects for launches, line extensions, and process optimization, contributing to Lactalis’ growth and commitment to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Five to seven years of procurement experience preferred.
• Experience in a food company is a plus.
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills are essential.
• Proficient with MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for packaging categories across North America.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and ensure supply continuity.
• Collaborate across Plant Operations, Packaging Development, Marketing, Finance, and Global Procurement to align goals.
• Lead or support bid processes and supplier evaluations.

Skills

Negotiation

Presentation

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement

Tools

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Lactalis Canada is seeking a Senior Buyer to develop and execute sourcing strategies for packaging categories, manage supplier relationships, and negotiate commercial agreements. The role ensures supply continuity and drives cost reductions across North America, collaborating with operations, marketing, finance and global procurement.

You will participate in cross-functional projects for launches, line extensions, and process optimization, contributing to Lactalis’ growth and commitment to