Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Corporate Services-EN

Job summary

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for developing category strategies and managing critical suppliers for Corporate Services. They will execute sourcing projects, manage high-profile managed services programs, and lead contract negotiations to achieve cost savings and risk management.

Job details

⠀ Description Reporting to the Category Manager, Indirect Global Procurement & Supply Management, the Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for Category Strategy, Strategic Sourcing, Critical Supplier Management and Stakeholder Management for Corporate Services. The candidate will develop long-term strategies aligned with key business stakeholders. The individual will also be accountable for managing and enhancing existing high-profile managed services programs, in liaison with the designated MSP partners. By joining our Global Procurement & Supply Management team, you will have the opportunity to participate in exciting activities not only from a sourcing and program management standpoint, but also in terms of process development and improvement. Key responsibilities include: Provide strategic direction, leadership and support related to category management & strategic sourcing to achieve corporate business objectives Development, presentation, and maintenance of relevant, subcategory strategies Translation of subcategory plans into a rolling 12-month pipeline of strategic sourcing projects to be maintained and prioritized in Azure DevOps, the Indirect Procurement project tracking tool Execution of sourcing projects in compliance with established strategic sourcing framework Performance of business reviews with strategic suppliers based on an established cadence Development, maintenance, and expansion of strategic relationships and alliances with key stakeholders Promotion of GPSM value proposition through the identification of collaborative opportunities across various business units Contract negotiations with new and/or existing suppliers, in liaison with legal and the relevant stakeholders, to accomplish lowest total cost of ownership (TCO), savings objectives and balanced risk management Identification of and participation in process development and improvement initiatives focused on adoption of agile, pragmatic and fast-track principles Minimum Qualifications University degree, ideally in Supply-Chain, Business, Finance, or Engineering and/or recognized industry accreditation (ISM CPSM, CIPS, SCMP, etc.) 5-7 years of relevant experience Experience with RFx processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ) Proficient use of digital tools such as MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook), Oracle ERP/P2P, SAP and Ariba Preferred Qualifications Bilingualism (French and English) Strong negotiation skills and demonstrable business acumen Results oriented and customer-oriented mindset Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders in a dynamic and fast-paced environment Effective time management and personal organizational skills Excellent and authoritative communication and presentation skills Self-directed, able to work independently, as well as work in a team-orientated and fast paced environment Demonstrate an open-minded genuine curiosity towards understanding the needs of business and the impact of applied solutions Benefits Group Insurance Telemedicine Employee and Family Assistance Program Employee Stock Purchase Plan Group RRSP CAE Pension Plan/Defined Benefit Plan Sabbatical Leave Flex Time Enhanced Parental Leave About CAE At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success. Position Type Regular Equal Opportunity & Accommodations CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com if needed. Data Privacy Privacy Statement | CAE As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for developing category strategies and managing critical suppliers for Corporate Services. They will execute sourcing projects, manage high-profile managed services programs, and lead contract negotiations to achieve cost savings and risk management.

Requirements

Candidates should have a university degree in Supply-Chain, Business, Finance, or Engineering and 5-7 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in RFx processes and digital tools like Oracle, SAP, and Ariba is required.

Benefits

• Group Insurance • Telemedicine • Employee And Family Assistance Program • Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Group Rrsp • Cae Pension Plan/Defined Benefit Plan • Sabbatical Leave • Flex Time • Enhanced Parental Leave

Listed skills

• SAP · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• MS-Office · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Category Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Contract Negotiation
• RFx Processes
• Total Cost Of Ownership
• Risk Management
• Azure DevOps
• Oracle ERP/P2P
• SAP
• Ariba
• MS Office
• Business Acumen
• Process Improvement
• Agile Principles

Job areas

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Finance & Accounting
• Engineering