Strategic Sourcing Specialist (MRO)

Job summary

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for managing end-to-end sourcing events, including RFx management, contract negotiations, and supplier onboarding for indirect spend categories. They will collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop category strategies that drive cost savings, mitigate risk, and ensure operational excellence.

Job details

Job Description We’re a naan traditional company… Summary Reporting to the Director, Strategic Sourcing – Indirect, this role is responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier selection and onboarding, RFx management (RFI/RFQ/RFP), contract negotiations, and supplier performance management across indirect spend categories. The successful candidate will work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to develop strategic partnerships, drive cost savings, mitigate risk, and support operational excellence across multiple manufacturing facilities. What FGF Offers FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous flexible medical / Health spending account RRSP matching program Tuition reimbursement Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc. Responsibilities Lead sourcing events (RFQ/RFP/RFI) for indirect categories including MRO, facility services, logistics, uniforms, waste management, and other operational expenses. Manage supplier relationships, performance reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives. Develop and execute category strategies to optimize cost, quality, service, and risk. Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with suppliers. Conduct spend analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities. Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Quality, Engineering, and Plant teams to support business requirements. Maintain supplier and sourcing data within SAP and ensure compliance with procurement processes. Support supplier onboarding and qualification requirements, including food safety and quality standards. Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry developments to support category strategies. Required Experience Minimum 5 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, or Category Management within a manufacturing, food manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or industrial environment. Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-site or multi-plant manufacturing environment. Proven experience managing indirect spend categories such as MRO, facility services, logistics, transportation, waste management, PPE, uniforms, and other operational services. Demonstrated success leading sourcing events (RFI/RFQ/RFP), supplier selection, contract negotiations, and supplier onboarding activities. Strong contract negotiation skills with a proven track record of delivering cost savings, cost avoidance, and service improvements. Strong analytical skills with experience utilizing Excel, spend analysis tools, and procurement data to support sourcing decisions and category strategies. Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across all levels of the organization. Working knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems is considered an asset. Professional procurement designation (SCMP, CPSM, SPSM, CIPS, CPP, or equivalent) is considered an asset. What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time. In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization. FGF Brands may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our recruitment and selection process. These tools may assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants. AI tools are used to support our recruitment process, with final hiring decisions made by our recruitment and hiring teams. FGF Brands is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please let our recruitment team know, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. #LI-AC1 #LI-HYBRID

What you’ll do

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for managing end-to-end sourcing events, including RFx management, contract negotiations, and supplier onboarding for indirect spend categories. They will collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop category strategies that drive cost savings, mitigate risk, and ensure operational excellence.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Proficiency in SAP, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record in contract negotiation are essential for this role.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation • Health benefits • Flexible medical spending account • Health spending account • Leadership training

Listed skills

• SAP · Preferred
• Operational Excellence · Preferred
• Logistics · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Strategic sourcing
• Supplier selection
• RFx management
• Contract negotiation
• Supplier performance management
• Spend analysis
• Category management
• Procurement
• SAP
• Project management
• Stakeholder management
• MRO
• Logistics
• Operational excellence
• Risk mitigation
• Supplier Identification And Selection
• Service Improvement
• Category Strategy
• Organizational Skills
• Procurement Strategy
• Food Manufacturing
• Risk Mitigation
• Analytical Skills
• Microsoft Excel
• Management
• Business Requirements
• Category Management
• Communication
• Fast Moving Consumer Goods
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Contract Negotiation
• Creativity
• Finance
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Waste Management
• Leadership Development
• Market Trend
• Project Management
• Maintenance Repair And Operations (MRO)
• Operational Excellence
• Operations
• Performance Review
• Quality Management
• Request For Proposal
• SAP Applications
• Spend Analysis
• Stakeholder Management
• Strategic Partnership
• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Performance Management

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Strategic Sourcing Specialist
• Procurement / Sourcing Specialist
• Buyers
• Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products
• Buyers and Purchasing Agents