I am in search of an R&D Procurement Specialist for a client within the aeronautics industry. Situated in Ville St-Laurent, QC, they offer a permanent position with a hybrid schedule from Monday to Friday.
Under the guidance of the department manager, this individual will assume the following responsibilities:
• Take ownership of all sourcing-related activities for specific products across different phases of product development.
• Function as a project manager to ensure the meticulous execution of all procurement-related activities as per the established plan.
• Represent the purchasing function in diverse integrated product development teams.
• Monitor changes throughout the management process until the point of implementation.
• Manage contractual negotiations arising from product lines with external suppliers.
• Ensure proper project tracking and visibility are provided by suppliers for purchasing and other business unit functions.
• Assist, as needed, the purchasing team in formulating sourcing strategies for development programs and in drafting commercial agreements with suppliers.
• Offer coaching/mentoring to team agents.
• Possess a bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or an equivalent field.
• Accumulate five (5) to ten (10) years of experience in the aerospace industry.
• Demonstrate expertise in contract negotiations with suppliers.
• Possess experience on development programs (considered an asset).
• Hold technical knowledge (considered an asset).
• Showcase strong analytical skills.
• Exhibit robust communication skills in both French and English.