Procurement Manager - Milton, Canada - Rockwool

Rockwool

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Milton, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Job Title:

Procurement Manager

Location:

We are seeking a/an Procurement Manager based in our Milton location to join the Sourcing and Procurement team.

Ready to help build a better future for generations to come?
In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions.
We are proud to be ranked by the prestigious Corporate Knights Inc. as the world's most sustainable building material company in 2022.
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Join us and make a difference_

Your future team:

You will become part of the Sourcing and Procurement Team and will be reporting to the Procurement Director in North America.

The team consists of 11 members currently including the team members from category management, purchasing and a procurement analyst.

What you will be doing:

As a key player in our dynamic team, you will lead the charge in developing and executing sourcing strategies for assigned categories, ensuring optimal cost savings and supplier performance.

Your exceptional negotiation skills will be put to the test as you build and maintain robust relationships with suppliers, securing advantageous contracts.

We expect you to bring your A-game in project management, driving cost optimization initiatives and collaborating seamlessly with cross-functional teams.

Your analytical mindset will be crucial for market analysis and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

If you're a proactive professional with a proven track record in procurement, ready to make a significant impact in a thriving organization, we want to hear from you.

Each day brings new challenges and opportunities, but a typical day would entail:

Identifying potential new sources of supply for cost savings, operations efficiency, and or business continuity planning.
Cultivate strong supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and terms for optimal value.
Oversee performance of inbound logistics and relationships with material supplier partners.
Current and future market information on applicable commodities, Industry indexes, forecasts, and major material cost drivers.
Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements within procurement.
Collaboration: Work with crossfunctional teams to align procurement activities with overall business objectives.
Risk Management: Assess and manage potential risks in the supply chain to ensure continuity.
Compliance: Ensure procurement processes adhere to regulations and company policies.
Above all, taking pride in relationship building to set our team and Rockwool up for continued success.

What you bring:

A bachelor degree
At least 10 years of experience in Procurement in a multisite manufacturing setting.
Expertise in packaging particularly within the food and CPG business or chemical procurement, would be a valuable asset.
If have anindepth understanding of freight, including intermodal, we invite you to explore this opportunity where your experience and capabilities align seamlessly with our requirements

Ability to thrive under pressure, coupled with strong communication skills, sets you apart.
Extensive knowledge of purchasing principles, tendering processes, supplier selection, and management, including fostering relationships with suppliers is crucial.

What we offer:

At ROCKWOOL, our culture is one of teamwork, respect and support.

We offer a competitive salary, rewarding career and a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Massage Therapy and more
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Retirement Pension Matching Program
Life and Disability Programs
Educational Assistance
Top up plans for maternity and paternity leave
Fitness Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Who we are
We are the world leader in stone wool solutions. Founded in 1937 in Denmark, we transform volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products that help people and communities thrive.

We are a global company with more than 12,000 employees, located in 40+ countries with 51 manufacturing facilitiesall focused on one common purpose -
to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.

Sustainability is central to our business strategy.

ROCKWOOL was one of the first companies to commit to actively contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG's) framework and are actively committed to 11 SDGs, including SDG 14, Life Below Water.

Through our partnership with the One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we will help raise awareness around ocean health challenges in an effort to accelerate solutions to protect it.

Diverse and Inclusive Culture
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