Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Sourcing & Category Management Develop and execute enterprise sourcing strategies for key raw materials, commodities, manufacturing services, and indirect spend categories. Lead tendering, cost analysis, negotiation, selection, and award processes for major goods and services across all Pattison ID locations. Manage assigned annual spend of >$150M, ensuring competitive pricing, supply continuity, and alignment with operational requirements. Conduct market intelligence, commodity price monitoring, risk assessments, and benchmarking to identify opportunities for cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and innovation. Supplier Management & Performance Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure consistent quality, service, delivery, and continuous improvement. Establish and monitor supplier KPIs including OTIF (On-Time, In-Full), quality performance, lead time adherence, and service levels. Partner with Quality and Operations to reduce non-conformances, manage corrective actions, and enhance supplier reliability. Support Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs and supplier business reviews. Cost Management & Margin Improvement Drive measurable cost savings, price optimization, and total cost of ownership (TCO) improvements. Lead annual cost negotiations, cost variance management, and raw material price forecasting, including raw material price variance analysis. Develop spend analytics, cost-savings updates, and sourcing insights in weekly Operations and leadership forums. Partner with Finance on budgeting, inventory forecasts, and financial risk mitigation. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with the BDI team to introduce new supplier partners, materials, and technologies that support customer projects, new product development, and emerging market opportunities. Collaborate with plant buyers to ensure alignment in supplier strategy, pricing, contracts, and purchasing execution. Participate in Operations Management meetings to present procurement KPIs, supply risks, and performance updates. Support value engineering and cost-out initiatives across business units. Work closely with Senior Director, Financial Planning & Operations Analytics to set lead time improvement & inventory reduction targets Procurement Governance & Risk Management Support the development and rollout of procurement policies, processes, and compliance standards. Ensure adherence to ISO, Quality Assurance, and sustainability requirements across all sourcing activities. Manage contract development, renewals, and compliance in coordination with internal stakeholders. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks including single-source exposure, geopolitical risk, material scarcity, and logistics challenges. Verify compliance with business controls for purposes of external audit testing (KPMG) Procurement Technology & Data Analytics: Maintain and enhance procurement dashboards and reporting tools, leveraging Excel, Power BI, and ERP (Kinetic) to support decision-making. Champion digital procurement tools, AI-driven sourcing solutions, and automation opportunities to improve efficiency and visibility. Ensure data accuracy and integrity across procurement systems, analytics, and supplier records. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field. 5-7 years of procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply management experience (manufacturing required). CPSM/CPSP certification completed or in progress (preferred). ERP experience (Kinetic an asset). Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI (an Asset), data visualization, and procurement analytics. Familiarity with AI-based procurement tools and modern digital sourcing platforms an asset. Experience & Competencies Demonstrated success achieving cost reductions, improving gross margin, and managing category strategies. Experience in raw material sourcing, supplier performance management, and global sourcing. Strong analytical capability with proven success in KPI development and accurate spend reporting. Ability to influence cross-functional teams and collaborate effectively without formal authority. Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills. Continuous improvement mindset with a commitment to operational excellence. Customer-focused approach and strong problem-solving abilities. Key Internal Relationships Chief Financial Officer Senior Director, Financial Planning & Operations Analytics Procurement Manager & Plant Buyers Business Development & Innovation (BDI) Operations & Quality Finance Sales Key External Relationships Strategic suppliers and manufacturing partners Customers (RFP support) Certification bodies and industry associations Professional Development Pattison ID supports continued education and will reimburse training toward procurement certifications relevant to this role (CPSM, CPSP, etc.). Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Created: 2026-03-04