Manager, Procurement

at  Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd

Reporting to the Director of Procurement, this position leads, manages and directs Purchasing and/or Strategic Sourcing activities for Atlantic while maximizing value through cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• College Diploma (3 year) or University Degree
• Procurement Designation (CPP or CSCMP)
• 10+ years Purchasing experience, preferably in manufacturing environment
• Previous managerial experience required
• Strong/effective communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of Strategic Sourcing principles
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Ability to obtain bottom line results via cost reduction and continuous improvement
• A self-motivator who motivates others and enables them to bring out their best
• Demonstrate leadership and positive interpersonal skills with all levels of staff, management, and external suppliers
• Effectively shares know how with the organization
• Proven ability to recognize and take advantage of opportunities, form a vision of what can be done and set directions accordingly
• Good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
• Ability to work autonomously and with little direction in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Ability to present themselves in a professional manner
  Atlantic Packaging is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where all colleagues and customers feel valued and supported. We are committed to developing our team to reflect the diversity of our communities in which we live and work and seek applicants with a wide range of abilities. If you require accommodation, please contact HR@atlantic.ca.

• Lead, mentor, support and develop Procurement team
• Implement vision and strategies for Procurement department
• Develop and maintain Purchasing policies and procedures
• Plan, organize, direct, and control activities related to the Purchasing function
• Ensure efficient and cost-effective sourcing of goods and services for Atlantic
• Analyze market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability, and prepares market analysis reports
• Manage key suppliers via category management, supplier evaluation and quarterly reviews
• Evaluate supplier quotations utilizing appropriate negotiation and purchasing techniques to ensure quality, price, delivery, and service
• Design, implement, manage, and monitor Purchasing reporting systems to meet company requirements
• Recruit and maintain suppliers that provide high quality products and services at a better price while maintaining the highest code of ethics and conduct
• Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy
• Prepare and review contracts, bids, proposals, and supplier agreements for legal correctness, price, and acceptability of items to specifications
• Oversee all activities related to procurement of a commodity, from intent to purchase through delivery of commodity
• Assign Purchasing requests to the appropriate personnel
• Negotiate or supervise the negotiation of complex requests for equipment, supplies, and services from suppliers and subcontractors
• Establish and maintain Purchasing KPI’s
• Establish objectives for direct reports and monitor staff development and performance
• Perform other tasks or jobs as need or required