Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Leader

Sandvik; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik Mining in Canada seeks a Procurement Manager to lead regional sourcing, supplier performance, and inventory optimization for Ground Support. You will develop purchasing strategies across Canada, collaborate with Operations, Engineering and Logistics, and drive cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement through data analytics and strong leadership.

Travel within Canada and occasionally internationally is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with emphasis in business administration, economics, and/or engineering.
• Professional designation (SCMP, CPSM, CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent) considered an asset.
• Bilingual (English/French) is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing the full regional sourcing strategy in collaboration with Ground Support global operations and supply chain.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and service providers.
• Develop supplier scorecards and performance metrics focused on quality, delivery, cost, innovation, and responsiveness.
• Ensure compliance with procurement governance, trade regulations, import/export requirements, and supplier onboarding standards.
• Develop category management strategies for key spend categories and establish long-term sourcing plans aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee and collaborate with PU's regarding warehousing, transportation, distribution, and trade compliance.
• Ensure reliable, cost-efficient logistics aligned with SLAs and OTIF targets.
• Drive inventory control, safety stock, replenishment strategies, and improve planning accuracy and lead times.
• Partner with Operations, Production Planning, Engineering, and Logistics teams to maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Establish procurement and supply chain performance dashboards to monitor spend, supplier performance, inventory health, realized savings, and operational risks.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using data analytics to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service performance
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Manufacturing teams to support new product introductions, engineering changes, supplier qualification, and material readiness.
• Collaborate with global procurement and supply chain teams to leverage best practices, supplier agreements, and sourcing opportunities.
• Travel within Canada and occasionally internationally as required to support supplier reviews, audits, operational initiatives, strategic projects, and business continuity activities.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical & Strategic Thinking

Logistics & Distribution

Inventory & Planning

Risk & Compliance

Project Management

Communication & Collaboration

Presentation Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, or engineering

SCMP, CPSM, CPIM, CSCP or equivalent

Bilingual English/French

Tools

Power BI

ERP Systems

Job description

Sandvik Mining in Canada seeks a Procurement Manager to lead regional sourcing, supplier performance, and inventory optimization for Ground Support. You will develop purchasing strategies across Canada, collaborate with Operations, Engineering and Logistics, and drive cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement through data analytics and strong leadership.

Travel within Canada and occasionally internationally is required.