Supply Chain Specialist

Soucy; Drummondville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Drummondville is seeking a Procurement Specialist to ensure the availability of parts and materials for production. This role involves planning purchase orders, optimizing procurement processes, and managing supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 1 to 3 years of experience in procurement, and knowledge of MRP/ERP systems. Bilingualism in French and English is required. The company offers flexible working arrangements and attractive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Group insurance

RRSP with employer contributions

Employee assistance program

$2,000 referral bonus

Social activities

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in procurement, ideally in an industrial environment.
• Excellent command of French and functional or advanced knowledge of English.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute purchase orders based on production needs using our ERP system.
• Optimize procurement parameters to achieve turnover and inventory level targets.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with suppliers.
• Identify procurement risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of procurement processes.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Supplier relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in operations management, procurement, business administration

College diploma in procurement management with relevant experience

Tools

SAP

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

About This Role

Do you enjoy being at the core of operations and playing a key role in ensuring a manufacturing plant runs smoothly? Are you known for your organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage priorities? Do you have strong analytical skills and enjoy working with both your team and suppliers?

The position of Procurement Specialist is perfect for you! You will be responsible for ensuring the optimal availability of parts and raw materials needed for production, while respecting deadlines, costs, and inventory levels. You will act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the operations team.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute purchase orders based on production needs and forecasts using our ERP (SAP) system
• Optimize procurement parameters to achieve turnover and inventory level targets
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with suppliers and implement corrective action plans when required
• Identify procurement risks (delays, non-conformities, shortages, etc.) and propose mitigation strategies
• Actively participate in the continuous improvement and optimization of procurement processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in operations management, procurement, business administration, or a college diploma in procurement management combined with relevant experience.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in procurement, ideally in an industrial environment.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems for inventory and supply chain management.
• Excellent command of French and functional or advanced knowledge of English.

Benefits Designed to Take You Far

• A flexible program tailored to your needs (flexible schedule, compressed schedule, teleworking, and more)
• Group insurance with plans that adapt to your reality
• An RRSP with employer contributions for sound finances
• An employee and family assistance program (EFAP) and access to telemedicine services for a helping hand when you need it
• A $2,000 referral bonus for choosing colleagues who are as dedicated to their work as you are!

And Even More

• Social activities to connect with your colleagues
• Support for your development to advance your career

About Soucy Track Systems

Working at Soucy Track Systems means helping to design and manufacture our flagship product: Soucy track systems. Our 320 employees work hard every day with other Soucy subsidiaries to design, produce, and assemble our track system components which are renowned for their high quality. We rely on big machines and advanced technology to carry out our activities, but our greatest asset is our people. People who are dedicated to their work and who move forward as one. Our is a working environment that reflects our values: a collaborative space where you can find your place, where you can take on challenges, and where your ideas will come to life.