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Description

Brandt Corporate Services Ltd. is looking for a Purchasing Manager of Capital with strong experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management to join our team in Regina, SK.

The Purchasing Manager of Capital will lead in the development and execution of Capital sourcing requirements for all Brandt Group of Companies spread throughout North America, New Zealand and Australia. The role will collaboratively use supplier and market data, and perform activities that support Capital projects in planning, sourcing, contracting and supplier relationships. This position will assist or lead in planning and execution of sourcing projects and interact with other Procurement groups and stakeholders to implement relevant strategies for capital spends as assigned. This position will create and manage leveraged agreements, establish strong links with business stakeholders and suppliers to facilitate and implement planning, sourcing and contracting pursuits.

Duties and Responsibilities
-Management and negotiation of current contract portfolio and implementation of new sourcing initiatives.
-Assist in the development of long-range sourcing strategies for assigned projects or commodities.
-Become subject matter expert in the supply market for assigned areas. Advise current and future market trends.

Required Skills
-Strong Customer focus and communication skills.
-Understanding and supporting the needs of internal customers and business partners is critical. The Candidate must be able to speak to specific work-related experiences to demonstrate these behaviors.
-Data/Analytical skills.

Required Experience
-Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management.
-A minimum of 6 years work experience, preferably in Procurement or Supply Chain.
-SCMP designation is an asset
-Highly valued experience in ERP systems