Sourcing Specialist

TOC Logistics is a rapidly growing logistics provider that focuses on fulfilment services and supply chain solutions throughout Canada. With an aggressive drive toward growth and a dedicated focus on solutions through a blend of technology and hard work, we are investing in people who will invest in themselves.

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Sourcing Specialist will work closely with the Customer and their Procurement team to drive total SCM value. Candidate will be responsible for overall implementation and management of "Best Practice " processes as they relate to Supply Chain. Responsible for managing end-to-end Sourcing life cycle to procure at the lowest possible total cost of ownership.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive best total value by working with suppliers to ensure synergy with business needs, favorable terms and conditions, risk mitigation, service level agreements that drive continuous improvement and cost management
• Partner and influence key cross functional stakeholders to align on the execution of the strategic sourcing and contracting processes for goods and services
• Develop and recommend sourcing strategies that maximize value and mitigate risks for our customers
• Accountable to identify ways to improve the sourcing and contracts process
• Manage procurement policy compliance while identifying opportunities for improvement
• Lead the strategic sourcing process with key stakeholders and supply chain team
• Implement sourcing and vendor relationship management best practices
• Ability to analyse and prepare reports for cross-function stakeholders and executive leadership
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• University undergraduate degree in a business-related discipline
• Professional Designation or Certification in Supply Chain Management
• Minimum of 5 years of enterprise level experience in Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Management and/or Procurement
• Experience with Procurement Software (SAP and/or Ariba Sourcing preferred)
• IT sourcing experience an asset
• Full proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Valid drivers license for travel between offices and to customer meetings within southern Ontario
• Utility or regulated industry experience an asset
• Proven track record of successful execution of the RFx process from inception to completion with quantifiable achievements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and presentation skills
• Strong decision making, complex problem solving and negotiation skills
• Ability to perform under pressure, manage multiple sourcing projects, respond to changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively manage constraints and competing priorities
• Strong business acumen
• Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team
• Demonstrated success at building strong relationships and collaborating with a network of internal and external stakeholders and subject matter experts

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Following all public health guidelines

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Sourcing: 4 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vaughan, ON L6A 4A7