At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead sourcing strategies for MRO and indirect categories while managing a focused team.
- Company: Join Bluewater Hayes Inc., a growing industry leader with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, exceptional long-term incentives, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with strong leadership and career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make an impact by driving strategic sourcing in a high-visibility role.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of procurement experience required.
The predicted salary is between 100000 - 110000 $ per year.
Our client is seeking a driven Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead our MRO and Indirect Category sourcing strategy. This role will manage a small, focused team — including a Buyer — to deliver value through strategic supplier relationships, effective contract negotiations, and continuous improvement in procurement processes. You will be responsible for the full sourcing lifecycle for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) and other indirect spend categories, ensuring cost efficiency, supplier performance, and alignment with business objectives. This is a high-visibility role that partners closely with internal stakeholders and plays a key part in operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and manage sourcing strategies for MRO and indirect category spend.
- Lead and mentor a Buyer to ensure optimal purchasing performance.
- Conduct supplier market analysis, evaluation, and selection to meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and terms with suppliers.
- Manage ongoing supplier relationships, including performance reviews and corrective action plans.
- Collaborate with internal teams to forecast needs, reduce total cost of ownership, and mitigate supply chain risks.
- Identify and execute opportunities for process improvement and cost savings.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- 7+ years of procurement/sourcing experience, with a focus on MRO and indirect categories.
- Proven ability to lead small teams and deliver measurable sourcing results.
- Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills.
- Solid understanding of sourcing best practices, supplier evaluation, and market analysis.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Exceptional long-term incentive plan.
- Opportunity to lead impactful sourcing strategies in a growing, industry-leading company.
- Collaborative environment with strong leadership support.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Strategic Sourcing Manager in Brampton employer: Bluewater Hayes Inc.
At Bluewater Hayes Inc., we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture. As a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will not only lead impactful sourcing strategies but also benefit from a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and exceptional long-term incentives. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you have ample opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment, making this a rewarding place to advance your career.
