Strategic Sourcing Manager: Cost Savings & Supplier Strategy

BGIS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

BGIS is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to develop and deliver strategic sourcing plans for assigned categories and client accounts. The role involves category planning, strategy development, supplier performance management, and contract development to achieve cost savings and efficiencies.

The candidate should have 5–10 years of experience, be fully bilingual, and possess a university degree or professional designation in procurement or supply chain.

Qualifications

• Fully bilingual (required).
• In-depth strategic sourcing and supply chain management knowledge.
• University graduation or professional certification (e.g. P. Eng., CMA, CGA or equivalent).
• Minimum of 5–10 years of relevant job experience.
• Strong negotiating and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication—written, oral, presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops and delivers strategic sourcing plans for assigned categories and client accounts.
• Leads category management planning and delivery and strategy development.
• Manages end-to-end competitive bids and negotiates with suppliers for best value.
• Leads supplier performance measurement and management and reports on supplier sustainability.
• Develops and maintains supplier relationships and contract agreements.
• Keeps abreast of industry trends and best practices in strategic sourcing.

Skills

Bilingual

Strategic sourcing

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Change management

Leadership

Procurement background

Education

University degree or professional certification

Supply Chain Management Professional Designation

SIG University

Tools

MS Office

Job description

BGIS is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to develop and deliver strategic sourcing plans for assigned categories and client accounts. The role involves category planning, strategy development, supplier performance management, and contract development to achieve cost savings and efficiencies.

The candidate should have 5–10 years of experience, be fully bilingual, and possess a university degree or professional designation in procurement or supply chain.