Job DescriptionProcurement Manager (Richmond BC)As
a Manager, Procurement, you'll lead sourcing and purchasing activities for assigned commodity groups, ensuring the best value supply of parts and services while meeting program, quality, and delivery requirements. You will also oversee a team of buyers and drive supplier performance and cost optimization initiatives.
What you'll do:- Manage and prioritize workload for a team of buyers, including setting objectives and supporting performance development
- Develop and execute commodity strategies based on cost, quality, and delivery targets
- Lead RFQs (Request for Quotation), evaluate supplier proposals, and support supplier selection decisions
- Negotiate supplier pricing, contracts, and inventory agreements to achieve cost savings and favorable terms
- Monitor supplier performance using KPIs (on-time delivery, quality, cost) and implement corrective actions as needed
- Lead cost reduction and value improvement initiatives across assigned commodities
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams on supplier qualification and issue resolution
- Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier data within ERP systems to support reporting and audits
- Analyze spend data and market trends to identify sourcing opportunities and risks
Basic Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement or strategic sourcing, including managing RFQs, supplier selection, and contract execution
- Minimum of 2+ years of experience leading or coordinating the work of buyers or cross-functional teams
- Demonstrated experience negotiating supplier agreements with measurable results (e.g., cost savings, cost avoidance, or improved terms)
- Experience using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) to manage purchase orders and supplier data
- Hands-on experience conducting cost analysis, including cost breakdowns or should-cost modeling
Desired Skills:- Experience in the aerospace or manufacturing industry
- Strong analytical skills with experience using Excel and CI (Continuous Improvement) methodologies for data analysis, reporting, and process optimization
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
- Knowledge of supplier quality standards (e.g., AS9100)
Benefits that make life better- Comprehensive Healthcare
- Company pension plan with 100% company match; up to 5% vested (Canada)
- Paid Time Off starting on day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Learning & Training opportunities
