Project Procurement Coordinator | Construction – Northland Properties – Vancouver, BC

Company: Northland Properties

Location: Vancouver, BC

Job description: As a Procurement Project Coordinator, you’ll be an integral part of our Design & Construction Team, reporting directly… to the Procurement and Supply Chain Manager. You will be responsible for managing and monitoring the full cycle of renovation…
As a Procurement Project Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in the Design & Construction Team, reporting to the Procurement and Supply Chain Manager. Your main responsibilities will include managing and monitoring the entire renovation process.
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Job date: Sat, 31 May 2025 04:18:00 GMT

Sonova – Procurement Specialist (6 month contract) – Kitchener, ON

Company: Sonova

Location: Kitchener, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Wed, 07 May 2025 04:27:06 GMT

Job description: Who we areYou enjoy creating and innovating. You never stop striving for better. You take responsibility and you get results. You love being part of a team. Above all, you want your work to matter: Welcome to our world! At Sonova we create sense by bringing sound to life. Our innovative hearing care solutions help millions of people enjoy life’s unforgettable moments.We offer exceptional career opportunities through market-leading brands from consumer to medical, products and services that keep pushing hearing care forward, and a culture where you can quickly belong and perform at your best.If you want the freedom to explore, opportunities to grow, and make positive change on people lives through your work, this is the place for you.Join Sonova. Create sense.Kitchener, OntarioProcurement Specialist (6-Month Contract)As a Procurement Specialist on a 6-month contract, you will play a key role in supporting our Supply Chain processes. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Logistics & Demand Planning, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical procurement activities, manage supplier relationships, and resolve issues related to delivery and costs within a fast-paced environment. Your expertise will directly contribute to the success of our operational goals, making this a highly impactful role during your time with us.Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate procurement of commodities, goods, and services from approved suppliers.
  • Execute online purchasing through e-procurement/e-sourcing tools.
  • Manage license renewals and ensure timely availability of materials.
  • Work with Material Coordinators, Engineering, and Manufacturing to implement Change Plans efficiently.
  • Liaise with suppliers, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of all procurement-related information.
  • Investigate and resolve delivery, costing, or invoicing issues, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
  • Maintain purchasing databases and documentation, including product specifications and costing.
  • Oversee locally-controlled supply contracts and manage service level agreements.
  • Monitor regulatory requirements for inbound shipping, including customs and tariffs, ensuring timely payment of related fees.

More about you:Education & Experience:

  • Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in purchasing or procurement.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong organization and negotiation skills.
  • Proficient in SAP, ERP/MRP, and Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask and manage tight deadlines.
  • Strong sourcing experience and ability to handle procurement tasks efficiently.
  • Certification in Supply Chain Management (SCMP) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Ariba, Aconcagua, or Vulcan is desirable.

A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at SonovaDon’t meet all the criteria? If you’re willing to go all in and learn we’d love to hear from you!We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone please contactWhat we offer:

  • Exciting and challenging work environment
  • Collaborative culture
  • Opportunities for continuous self-improvement
  • Opportunities for flexible hybrid model work environment
  • A company that values diversity and inclusion

Sonova Canada is now a certified Great Place to Work® May 2024- May 2025.How we work:At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.Sonova is an equal opportunity employerWe team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate’s ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.Sonova is an equal opportunity employer.We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate’s ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.157183

Procurement Project Manager – Ariba P2P – Randstad – North Vancouver, BC

Company: Randstad

Location: North Vancouver, BC

Job description: We are seeking a Procurement PM/Implementation Specialist with strong project management experience to oversee the… successful rollout of the Ariba P2P system for our client. This role blends operational procurement expertise with hands-on project…
We are looking for a Procurement PM/Implementation Specialist with solid project management skills to lead the successful implementation of the Ariba P2P system for our client. This position requires a combination of operational procurement knowledge and practical project management experience.
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Expected salary: $44 – 46.5 per hour

Job date: Sat, 17 May 2025 00:23:32 GMT

Senior Buyer – Procurement – Nova Scotia Health Authority – Halifax, NS

Company: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Location: Halifax, NS

Expected salary: $31 – 33.23 per hour

Job date: Sun, 11 May 2025 01:47:54 GMT

Job description: is responsible for coordinating the procurement activities of a buying group by assisting and supporting the Procurement Manager… and evaluating buying decision rationale, contract value and expiry dates. The incumbent assists and supports the Procurement Manager…

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Maple Leaf Foods – Procurement Manager – Mississauga – Mississauga, ON

Company: Maple Leaf Foods

Location: Mississauga, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 03 May 2025 02:00:44 GMT

Job description: The Opportunity: In Procurement, we deliver solutions enabling Maple Leaf’s profitable growth. Our team embraces change to create insight-based value for our stakeholders, customers and suppliers. We are empowered to continuously improve everything we doAs the Procurement Manager, you will collaborate with stakeholders across the network, including product development, sustainability, technology, marketing, operations, food safety, legal, engineering, asset reliability and others, to create and implement strategic source plans and identify and implement new value-add initiatives. You will provide procurement leadership, support and expertise in the areas of people leadership, supplier development selection and issue resolution, category management, negotiations and contract development, demand management and issuance for company-wide sourcing initiatives. You will be part of the Maple Leaf Foods Direct Procurement team which manages significant spend in excess of $400 Million in annual expenditures across a variety of categories in a fast pace and inspiring environment. The team is focused on maximizing value, lowering organizational risk, and providing excellent stakeholder support. This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and evolving team as we expand sourcing support to increase company spend under management and deliver a value-driven, results-oriented service to our internal and external stakeholders. The Procurement team uses industry leading sourcing processes and mature e-procurement tools to deliver significant value for the company. The successful candidate can expect to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with immediate opportunities to lead challenging procurement initiatives.Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by May 15. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life: Procurement Operations & Sourcing

  • Leads, collaborates and supports internal and external stakeholders to develop, implement and measure the success of strategic plans to achieve Maple Leaf Foods Organizational and Functional objectives.
  • Lead and support the Procurement Operations team responsible for creating and maintaining SAP supply contracts, ensuring accurate material coverage and alignment with supplier capabilities. Oversee the day-to-day tactical execution including new material setups, quote requests, and issue resolution related to contract and order management and expediting.
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams to support the management of day-to-day activities within the scope of Procurement Operations. This will extend to working in partnership with Commercial and Plant teams to facilitate new product launches, minimize risks and ensure new launch critical timelines are met and working closely with the Procurement sourcing team on the execution of cost savings projects.
  • Ensuring the team is meeting service level expectations on quotes with suppliers, having new materials correctly set-up for ordering and extended to all relevant locations, and ensure that Suppliers are meeting expectations to enable business continuity.
  • Delivers market leading cost savings and continuous improvement contributions to Maple Leaf Foods
  • Evaluates, develops and implements plans to ensure a smooth flow of materials to support production and customer demand
  • Leverages market intelligence, trends and internal or external conditions to proactively seize on opportunities, driving alignment between supplier innovation and Maple Leaf needs.
  • Coordinates with legal and business stakeholders to develop and negotiate key contract terms
  • Liaises with suppliers to set targets, manage performance, negotiate to gain new opportunities, discover new solutions and factually resolve disputes so that all parties are clear with and accept the outcomes
  • Manages the contract renewal process for assigned categories including making management and stakeholder recommendations
  • Solicits feedback from diverse perspectives to identify and initiate process improvements, cost saving opportunities and value add supplier programs, capably leading teams though any changes, managing resistance, motivating, recognizing and rewarding efforts and success

Business Support and Commercial Projects

  • Forges partnerships with other functional and business areas to drive commercial and project priorities across the organization.
  • Provide direction to stakeholders on supplier capabilities and costing in support of improvement projects to reduce cost or increase operational efficiencies.
  • Works across multi-disciplinary teams within Maple Leaf Foods and with our extended supply base to our innovation agenda.
  • Manages timelines and deliveries of packaging and ingredients to ensure the successful production of products.

Leadership and Development:

  • Responsible for hiring, leading and developing the direct materials supply specialist team.
  • Pursues relevant learning and development opportunities for on-going skills improvement for self and for team
  • Leads formal intra-company knowledge sharing activities and proactively identifies when and where insight and learning should be replicated within MLF, creating avenues to do so.
  • Collaborates on direction setting, performance management and strategy with Procurement Governance supporting team members enabling overall vision for team
  • Coaches, motivates and develops a diverse team by soliciting and offering feedback to help individuals work most effectively together, focusing on business context, demonstrating sound business ethics and modeling strong drive and commitment to plan and to quality.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Post-secondary education, preferably in Business (specialization in Engineering, Supply Chain and/or MBA is an asset)
  • 5+ years of Procurement and Supply Chain Management experience, with practice in sourcing across multiple categories
  • Understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain Management
  • Proven ability to lead (either direct or indirect people leadership), influence and gain followership
  • Superior Negotiation Skills
  • Project management, facilitation/training, and change management skills
  • Demonstrated expertise in market analysis, contract development and negotiation
  • Excellent ability to perform insightful analysis
  • High level of energy and urgency
  • Superb interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
  • Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks
  • Proven ability to work effectively with all levels and develop positive working relationships and stakeholder management
  • Highly consistent demonstration of Maple Leaf Foods Leadership Values
  • Strong user of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Experience working in an SAP environment

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

  • Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
  • An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
  • A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance-combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting.
  • Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
  • Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
  • Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
  • Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us: We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

  • We are carbon neutral.
  • We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.A diverse and inclusive work environment Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.We embrace a strong, values-based culture Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

  • Doing What’s Right
  • Shared Value
  • High Performance
  • Diverse and Inclusive Teams
  • Disciplined Decision Making
  • Our Accountability
  • Intense Curiosity
  • Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at .Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.#LI-Hybrid

Maple Leaf Foods – Procurement Manager – Mississauga, ON

Company: Maple Leaf Foods

Location: Mississauga, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 03 May 2025 01:34:38 GMT

Job description: The Opportunity: In Procurement, we deliver solutions enabling Maple Leaf’s profitable growth. Our team embraces change to create insight-based value for our stakeholders, customers and suppliers. We are empowered to continuously improve everything we doAs the Procurement Manager, you will collaborate with stakeholders across the network, including product development, sustainability, technology, marketing, operations, food safety, legal, engineering, asset reliability and others, to create and implement strategic source plans and identify and implement new value-add initiatives. You will provide procurement leadership, support and expertise in the areas of people leadership, supplier development selection and issue resolution, category management, negotiations and contract development, demand management and issuance for company-wide sourcing initiatives. You will be part of the Maple Leaf Foods Direct Procurement team which manages significant spend in excess of $400 Million in annual expenditures across a variety of categories in a fast pace and inspiring environment. The team is focused on maximizing value, lowering organizational risk, and providing excellent stakeholder support. This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and evolving team as we expand sourcing support to increase company spend under management and deliver a value-driven, results-oriented service to our internal and external stakeholders. The Procurement team uses industry leading sourcing processes and mature e-procurement tools to deliver significant value for the company. The successful candidate can expect to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with immediate opportunities to lead challenging procurement initiatives.Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by May 15. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life: Procurement Operations & Sourcing

  • Leads, collaborates and supports internal and external stakeholders to develop, implement and measure the success of strategic plans to achieve Maple Leaf Foods Organizational and Functional objectives.
  • Lead and support the Procurement Operations team responsible for creating and maintaining SAP supply contracts, ensuring accurate material coverage and alignment with supplier capabilities. Oversee the day-to-day tactical execution including new material setups, quote requests, and issue resolution related to contract and order management and expediting.
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams to support the management of day-to-day activities within the scope of Procurement Operations. This will extend to working in partnership with Commercial and Plant teams to facilitate new product launches, minimize risks and ensure new launch critical timelines are met and working closely with the Procurement sourcing team on the execution of cost savings projects.
  • Ensuring the team is meeting service level expectations on quotes with suppliers, having new materials correctly set-up for ordering and extended to all relevant locations, and ensure that Suppliers are meeting expectations to enable business continuity.
  • Delivers market leading cost savings and continuous improvement contributions to Maple Leaf Foods
  • Evaluates, develops and implements plans to ensure a smooth flow of materials to support production and customer demand
  • Leverages market intelligence, trends and internal or external conditions to proactively seize on opportunities, driving alignment between supplier innovation and Maple Leaf needs.
  • Coordinates with legal and business stakeholders to develop and negotiate key contract terms
  • Liaises with suppliers to set targets, manage performance, negotiate to gain new opportunities, discover new solutions and factually resolve disputes so that all parties are clear with and accept the outcomes
  • Manages the contract renewal process for assigned categories including making management and stakeholder recommendations
  • Solicits feedback from diverse perspectives to identify and initiate process improvements, cost saving opportunities and value add supplier programs, capably leading teams though any changes, managing resistance, motivating, recognizing and rewarding efforts and success

Business Support and Commercial Projects

  • Forges partnerships with other functional and business areas to drive commercial and project priorities across the organization.
  • Provide direction to stakeholders on supplier capabilities and costing in support of improvement projects to reduce cost or increase operational efficiencies.
  • Works across multi-disciplinary teams within Maple Leaf Foods and with our extended supply base to our innovation agenda.
  • Manages timelines and deliveries of packaging and ingredients to ensure the successful production of products.

Leadership and Development:

  • Responsible for hiring, leading and developing the direct materials supply specialist team.
  • Pursues relevant learning and development opportunities for on-going skills improvement for self and for team
  • Leads formal intra-company knowledge sharing activities and proactively identifies when and where insight and learning should be replicated within MLF, creating avenues to do so.
  • Collaborates on direction setting, performance management and strategy with Procurement Governance supporting team members enabling overall vision for team
  • Coaches, motivates and develops a diverse team by soliciting and offering feedback to help individuals work most effectively together, focusing on business context, demonstrating sound business ethics and modeling strong drive and commitment to plan and to quality.

What You’ll Bring:

  • Post-secondary education, preferably in Business (specialization in Engineering, Supply Chain and/or MBA is an asset)
  • 5+ years of Procurement and Supply Chain Management experience, with practice in sourcing across multiple categories
  • Understanding of end-to-end Supply Chain Management
  • Proven ability to lead (either direct or indirect people leadership), influence and gain followership
  • Superior Negotiation Skills
  • Project management, facilitation/training, and change management skills
  • Demonstrated expertise in market analysis, contract development and negotiation
  • Excellent ability to perform insightful analysis
  • High level of energy and urgency
  • Superb interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
  • Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks
  • Proven ability to work effectively with all levels and develop positive working relationships and stakeholder management
  • Highly consistent demonstration of Maple Leaf Foods Leadership Values
  • Strong user of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Experience working in an SAP environment

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

  • Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
  • An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
  • A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance—combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting.
  • Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
  • Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
  • Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
  • Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us: We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

  • We are carbon neutral.
  • We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.A diverse and inclusive work environment Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.We embrace a strong, values-based culture Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

  • Doing What’s Right
  • Shared Value
  • High Performance
  • Diverse and Inclusive Teams
  • Disciplined Decision Making
  • Our Accountability
  • Intense Curiosity
  • Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at .Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.#LI-Hybrid

Manager Procurement Process, Governance & Systems – Vale – Toronto, ON

Company: Vale

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 01 May 2025 23:32:39 GMT

Job description: Job Description:Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is growing?Who We AreWe are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world’s energy transition.Our mission is to improve lives and shape a better future together.From utensils to cellphones to satellites, our operations simplify daily life and enhance connectivity. Our metals are integral to life-saving medical equipment and the electric vehicles driving the fight against climate change – our work truly matters.Join our diverse team of 15,000 talented individuals committed to transforming critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable development in countries like Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. We invite you to use your skills with us and contribute to something meaningful and enduring.The OpportunityWe are currently seeking a Manager Procurement Process, Governance & Systems to join our Procurement Centre of Excellence team in Toronto.This is a permanent onsite position.As the Manager of Procurement Process, Governance & Systems, you will hold global responsibility for the governance and management of procurement processes and their interfaces at Vale Base Metals. Your role will encompass driving innovation, continuous improvement, and sustainable results, while enhancing productivity, optimizing processes, and adding value to the Procurement Teams and Operations. Your experience and skills will allow you to identify and mitigate risks associated with various procurement processes, ensuring compliance with Vale’s guidelines and SOX controls requirements. Leveraging your expertise, you will simplify and standardize processes, leading the transformation of Vale Base Metals’ Procurement Req to Pay processes and systems in partnership with IT, towards a digitally-enabled future to enhance efficiency and value creation withing Vale Base Metals.Additionally, in this position you will:

  • Responsible for managing and aligning a governance model that supports VBM Procurement, to ensure a strategic alignment between these areas. This role provides guidance to teams for effective management of procurement activities, ensuring adherence to Vale’s policies, guidelines and SOX compliance requirements.
  • Manage the controls of the Procurement processes based on Vale’s regulatory system and lessons learned from Internal Audit, Corporate Security, and Internal Controls, monitoring the execution of controls by Procurement teams, feeding back newly identified risks and providing visibility of any processes non-compliance gaps.
  • Lead the team in the design/implementation of all simplification and continuous improvement initiatives related to the Procurement processes, ensuring a balance between flexibility, automation, and control.
  • Lead a high complex and comprehensive Digital Transformation initiative, in partnership with IT, in all procurement and supply chain processes and systems, aligned with VBM’s digital strategy, implementing advanced technologies to streamline processes in order to improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance through digital tools identified in the market.
  • Lead initiatives involving the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into procurement systems. This includes identifying opportunities where AI can enhance decision-making, predict trends, and optimize procurement strategies.

About YouEducation:

  • Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or related discipline.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 15 years’ experience in related to procurement (mining, petrochemical or heavy manufacturing industry is preferred).
  • Required experience of 5 years in the management area of a large company or management consulting
  • Experience with Procurement technology/systems implementation

Skills:

  • Fluency in Portuguese is desirable
  • Strong experience in stakeholder management
  • Knowledge of relevant industry standards and best practices
  • Proven experience in managing several different processes (different subjects) in multi-cultural countries
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
  • Knowledge of supply chain technologies and best practices.
  • Nice to have experience with Transformation Programs (Coupa, Ariba), systems implementation and SAP knowledge

What We Offer You

  • Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
  • Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
  • Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
  • Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
  • Employee Family Assistance Program
  • Virtual Healthcare online
  • Online training and career development opportunities.

Why TorontoVale’s Toronto office, nestled in the heart of Canada’s largest city, serves as a pivotal hub for the company’s operations. This office is central to Vale’s finance, strategic planning, commercial (marketing and sales), and sustainability teams, driving key initiatives that support the company’s global mission. Toronto’s vibrant, diverse, and dynamic environment enhances Vale’s ability to innovate and excel in these critical areas, reflecting the city’s status as a leading international business center.Include to TransformAt Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. Vale encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are critical to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different.Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.Pay Grade: GRGApply by: Saturday, May 10th, 2025#ValeBaseMetals

Job Summary: Procurement Manager at Vale Base Metals

Company Overview:
Vale is a global mining company focused on essential metals like nickel, copper, and cobalt, crucial for the energy transition. With operations in multiple countries, Vale aims to enhance daily life and drive sustainable development.

Position:
The company is hiring a Manager of Procurement Process, Governance & Systems for its Toronto office. This permanent, onsite role involves overseeing global procurement processes to ensure governance, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage procurement governance and ensure strategic alignment with Vale’s policies.
  • Monitor compliance and risk management across procurement activities.
  • Lead simplification and digital transformation initiatives, including the integration of AI into procurement systems.
  • Collaborate with IT to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in procurement practices.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Undergraduate degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience: 15+ years in procurement, with 5+ years in a management role within large organizations or consulting.
  • Skills: Stakeholder management, knowledge of supply chain technologies, fluency in Portuguese is a plus.

What Vale Offers:

  • Competitive compensation and annual incentives.
  • Comprehensive benefits package and flexible work arrangements.
  • Inclusive work culture focused on safety and career growth.

Application Details:

  • Interested applicants should apply by May 10th, 2025. Vale promotes diversity and accommodates candidates with disabilities during the application process.

Location:
Toronto, a vibrant hub for Vale’s operations, offering a dynamic work environment.

Program Admin. Officer 3 (Procurement Specialist) – Government of Nova Scotia – Halifax, NS

Company: Government of Nova Scotia

Location: Halifax, NS

Expected salary: $2556.1 – 3107.16 per month

Job date: Thu, 01 May 2025 22:38:59 GMT

Job description: and deadlines. As a Procurement Specialist, reporting to the Category Manager – Professional Services, you are responsible… and negotiation skills. Experience in project management, team facilitation and collaboration. Adept in shifting perspectives…

As a Procurement Specialist reporting to the Category Manager for Professional Services, your responsibilities include:

– Managing procurement processes and supplier relationships.
– Utilizing negotiation skills to secure favorable contracts.
– Applying project management expertise to oversee initiatives.
– Facilitating teamwork and collaboration among stakeholders.
– Adapting perspectives to ensure flexibility in problem-solving.

Make sure to meet specific deadlines associated with projects and procurements to maintain efficiency and effectiveness in your role.

Associate Procurement Consultant – Marketing – IBM – Toronto, ON

Company: IBM

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 24 Apr 2025 22:34:25 GMT

Job description: IntroductionIBM is seeking highly motivated individuals with prior procurement experience to join our Procurement BPO team of procurement consulting professionals. Our team provides procurement services to IBM’s external clients across all industry segments.Specifically, we are seeking to fill the role of an Associate Procurement Consultant to support our clients’ procurement and strategic sourcing requirements in indirect spend category of Marketing. This role requires regular business travel to remote client locations based on project requirements.Your role and responsibilities· Managing multiple competitive bid events for clients (i.e., Request for Proposal, Request for Quote, Request for Information, Reverse Auctions etc.) within assigned spend categories· Analyzing client’s historical spend data in one or more categories in order to identify sourcing opportunities, support category strategy development, and measure compliance with supplier agreements· Building and maintaining stakeholder relationships across all levels of the client’s business, procurement, and legal organizations· Negotiating commercial terms and facilitating contracting processes with the client’s suppliers· Analyzing and documenting cost savings versus historical spend to ensure IBM meets or exceeds contractual savings commitments to our clients· Identifying opportunities to transform the client’s procurement organization and policies, and to support the client in achieving its strategic business objectives· Supporting Global Category Leaders and Category Managers with development of category strategies and developing sourcing project strategies· Collaborating with peer consultants supporting our other clients to share and leverage useful templates, strategies, lessons learned, and case studiesRequired educationBachelor’s DegreePreferred educationMaster’s DegreeRequired technical and professional expertise· Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Law, or another applicable field.· Prior experience leading end-to-end competitive bids and supplier negotiations.· Candidates must be willing and able to travel to client locations based on business requirements.The required location for this position is Toronto, ONPreferred technical and professional experience· Prefer previous experience supporting the Marketing Category including experience in sub-categories such as: Creative & Advertising, Production, Digital, Media, Branding, Promotional Items, Market Research, and Events.· Client Relationship Management: Ability to build rapport with clients and maintain professionalism in communications with all levels of client stakeholders. On-time delivery of high-quality analyses and presentations.· Data Analysis: Ability to utilize procurement and financial data to understand spending trends within a business, and to leverage that information to identify procurement insights that result in process efficiencies or cost savings for the client. · Strategic Thinking: Understanding of the importance of “big picture” thinking and planning. Ability to apply business acumen to focus on key success factors for the organization.· Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.· Dealing with Disorder: Knowledge of tactics and ability to function effectively in the face of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity.· Microsoft Office: Strong knowledge and proficiency of Microsoft Office suite. Ability to efficiently and accurately analyze procurement data using Microsoft Excel, and to build client-ready presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.Procurement Knowledge: Knowledge of Procurement methods, technologies and processes.ABOUT BUSINESS UNITThe IBM Finance organization is responsible for driving enterprise performance and transformation. We are the financial stewards of IBM, delivering IBM’s financial strategy, developing new business models, and mitigating enterprise risk. Do you have a passion for creating business value? Join our team in accounting, financial planning, pricing, business controls, tax, treasury, business development (acquisitions & divestitures), and global financing.YOUR LIFE @ IBMIn a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.Being an IBMer means you’ll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you’ll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.Are you ready to be an IBMer?ABOUT IBMIBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILSMust have the ability to work in Canada without sponsorship. For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.Job TitleAssociate Procurement Consultant – MarketingJob ID22790City / Township / VillageTorontoState / ProvinceOntarioCountryCanadaWork arrangementOnsiteArea of workEnterprise OperationsEmployment typeRegularContract typeRegularPosition typeProfessionalTravel requiredUp to 60% or 3 days a week (home on weekends – based on project requirements)Company(0026) IBM Canada Limited – IBM Canada LimiteeShiftGeneral (daytime)Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?No

Summary of IBM’s Associate Procurement Consultant Position

Introduction:
IBM is looking for motivated individuals with procurement experience to join its Procurement BPO team, specifically for the Associate Procurement Consultant role focused on indirect spend in Marketing. Regular travel to client locations is required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage competitive bid events (RFPs, RFQs, etc.) for clients.
  • Analyze clients’ historical spend data to identify sourcing opportunities.
  • Build and maintain stakeholder relationships.
  • Negotiate terms and facilitate contracts with suppliers.
  • Document cost savings and ensure compliance with savings commitments.
  • Support clients in transforming their procurement policies.
  • Assist Global Category Leaders in strategy development.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
  • Experience: Previous experience in leading competitive bids, ideally in Marketing sub-categories.
  • Skills: Strong client relationship management, data analysis, strategic thinking, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

About IBM:
The IBM Finance organization is pivotal in driving performance and transformation. IBM prioritizes a collaborative, inclusive work environment focused on client success and innovation.

Additional Details:

  • Location: Toronto, ON.
  • Travel: Required up to 60% of the time.
  • Employment Type: Regular, professional role.
  • IBM is an equal-opportunity employer.

This role offers a chance to engage with leading clients and influence procurement strategies while helping IBM deliver value in diverse sectors.

SAP Functional Consultant (Core Procurement) – IBM – Halifax, NS

Company: IBM

Location: Halifax, NS

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 24 Apr 2025 22:11:55 GMT

Job description: , and implementation of SAP Procurement processes for our S/4 transformation project. Collaborate with cross-functional teams… deployments. · Work with project management to document and communicate risks and issues, and then recommend solutions…

This content outlines the implementation of SAP Procurement processes for an S/4 transformation project. It emphasizes the need to collaborate with cross-functional teams for successful deployments. It also highlights the importance of documenting and communicating risks and issues to project management, and recommending solutions for them.