Supply Chain Lead

Vention Inc; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

In einem dynamischen und leistungsorientierten Unternehmen suchen wir einen engagierten Einkäufer, der Teil eines globalen Beschaffungsteams wird. Diese Rolle umfasst die Verantwortung für den gesamten Einkaufsprozess, von der Vorbereitung von Ausschreibungen bis zur Verwaltung von Lieferantenbeziehungen. Sie werden strategische Beschaffungspläne entwickeln und die Zusammenarbeit mit internen Kunden fördern. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Verhandlungen und eine starke Fähigkeit zur Beziehungspflege haben, dann ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie, in einem unterstützenden und innovativen Umfeld zu arbeiten.

Benefits

Flexible bezahlte Freizeit

Kostenlose Getränke und Snacks

Umfassende Gesundheitspläne

Gesellige Veranstaltungen

Freiwilligenzeit

Qualifications

• 3+ Jahre Erfahrung im globalen Einkauf.
• Ausgezeichnete Kommunikationsfähigkeiten in interdisziplinären Teams.

Responsibilities

• Durchführung des gesamten Einkaufsprozesses von der Ausschreibung bis zur Auftragsabwicklung.
• Identifizierung von Kostensenkungsmöglichkeiten und Durchführung von Marktanalysen.

Skills

Verhandlungsgeschick

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Organisationsfähigkeiten

Analytische Fähigkeiten

Education

Bachelor in Elektrotechnik

Bachelor in Maschinenbau

Bachelor in Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen

Job description

Vention is headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with offices in Berlin and Boston, and is used in over 3,000 factories on 5 continents. As one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures and Great Place to Work, we are a performance-driven culture that cares deeply about happiness. We like ambitious goals, facts & data, and constructive debates. But at the same time, we know that we can’t repeatedly push ourselves if we are not surrounded by an uplifting and caring work environment. Those two sides of our culture feed each other and are safeguarded with the same level of attention. Our values & principles include:

• We make our clients successful - we look at ourselves from the customer's point of view and strive to create an exceptional customer experience
• We execute and deliver - we set ambitious goals for ourselves and are energized about meeting them
• We debate, then commit - we challenge our own perspectives and ideas in pursuit of the best solutions
• We innovate to inspire - we value innovation in products, user experiences, and business practices
• We collaborate to achieve more - we work as one team to achieve more than we would on our own
• We empower our people to reach their full potential - we hold ourselves to high standards but know when to celebrate progress & achievements

Job Description

As part of Vention's Procurement team, you will operate a global procurement network made of hundreds of suppliers and 2,000+ SKUs. You will be responsible for executing tactical, strategic, and development activities to promote a competitive advantage for Vention and support customer-driven needs. More specifically, you will:

• Execute the overall purchasing process from preparation and execution of tenders to order fulfillment, including screening of purchasing requisitions and issuance of purchase orders.
• Develop, issue, and analyze comprehensive RFx
• Manage POs and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and quality compliance.
• Ensure effective engagement, collaboration, and cooperation with internal clients and suppliers
• Identify and evaluate areas of opportunity for cost reduction
• Perform Total Cost of Ownership evaluations and supply-market research.
• Engage with key partners to establish deep supplier relationships.
• Understand the competitive landscape and market trends to identify business opportunities.
• Lead vendor, contract, and parts negotiations
• Execute sourcing strategies and procurement plans to support Vention’s corporate and internal client strategies and objectives.
• Work collaboratively with internal clients, functional SMEs, and suppliers to define requirements, timing, and scope

Qualifications

• You have a degree in electrical, mechanical, or industrial engineering
• You bring 3+ years’ experience in a global procurement position
• You have excellent communication skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team
• You have a firm understanding of procurement processes and corporate governance
• You have excellent organizational skills and pay close attention to details. Your work is always up to date.
• You have a strong ability to build and maintain relationships, internally and externally.
• You have a passion for negotiations. Ability to develop fact-based recommendations to internal stakeholders.
• You have demonstrated the ability to work in a fast-paced (next day deliveries) and high-volume (parcel shipments) environment with energy and enthusiasm;
• Business savvy with excellent problem-solving techniques and methods to understand cost breakdowns and associated cost drivers of manufacturing processes.
• You have an interest in engineering topics and are curious to learn more.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset
• APICS or SCMP certification is an asset

Additional Information

How We Take Care of You

• Flexible paid time off
• Complimentary beverages and snacks to fuel your day
• Global comprehensive health plans so you feel your best
• Fun-filled social events based on diverse interests to celebrate together, from sponsored sports teams to trivia nights
• Time off to volunteer and give back to your community

What to Expect in Your Interview

• Initial Call
• Meet the Team
• Decision & Offer

Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Our culture is an uplifting environment for high achievers. The fast-paced, high-performance environment offers opportunities to build impactful products, processes, and strategies.

When you join Vention, you join a team of professionals with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. We strive to nurture a supportive and inclusive work environment for all. We push each other to achieve extraordinary results and forge long-term relationships through our passion and intensity.

We’re passionate about helping you do your best work. Claim your seat and discover what you can do!

If you're unsure if your experience matches our job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway! We are happy to chat and get to know you better while you learn more about the role.