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Procurement Category Specialist
ABB
Quebec, QC
Full-time
…focused on the strategic sourcing and procurement of mechanical commodities supporting ABB Canada's manufacturing operations. The Mechanical Commodity Buyer partners closely with…
Added 7 days ago
Acheteur | Buyer
Aston Carter
Saint-Eustache, QC
$36.26 to $40.74 CAD / hour
Contract
Job Title: Procurement Buyer – Aftermarket Parts
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Senior Buyer
MAPEI Canada
Brampton, ON
Full-time
Establishes long-term partnerships to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply chain. May have to source certain commodities. This would include local or regional Canadian suppliers
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Buyer III
Excelitas Technologies
Mississauga, ON
We are presently seeking a Production Buyer III who will be responsible for purchasing materials in a timely manner to ensure uninterrupted production flow based on forecast requirements…
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National Buyer (2026-9539)
Johnston Equipment
Mississauga, ON
Full-time
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Spectrum Control
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Buyer
Alstom
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Produce Buyer
Fresh Direct Produce Ltd.
Vancouver, BC
$55,000 to $65,000 CAD / year
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Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Produce Buyer is responsible for managing an assigned portfolio of fresh produce commodities for the BC market. Working closely with suppliers,…
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Acheteur / Buyer
Aston Carter
Saint-Eustache, QC
$36.26 to $40.74 CAD / hour
Contract
Job Title: Procurement Buyer – Aftermarket Parts
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Senior Buyer
Coeur Mining
BC
$120,000 to $130,000 CAD / year
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Propak
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Senior Buyer
Mirion Technologies
Cambridge, ON
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Buyer- Planner II
MDA
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Full-time
We’re on the hunt for a Buyer / Planner on our Satellite systems team at our Montreal office.
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Purchasing Coordinator - Commodity - VTCA
Vuteq Canada Inc.
Woodstock, ON
$60,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
Purchasing Coordinator (Commodity Buyer) - VTCA
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Buyer II
Johnson Controls
Nisku, AB
Full-time
Supporting our Data Center Solutions (DCS)/Silent-Aire group, you will be responsible for the tactical procurement of commodities, supplies, equipment, and services to be used by the…
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Suntory Global Spirits
Calgary, AB
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Minth North America, Inc.
Windsor, ON
Full-time
Initial preparation and issuance of Request for Quotations (RFQs) for a wide range of commodities(equipment&tooling/components)
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Mirion
Cambridge, ON
The Senior Buyer leads strategic sourcing and procurement activities for a portfolio of critical commodities and key supplier relationships. This role negotiates complex contracts and…
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CB&I Careers
AB · Sturgeon County, Alberta
Full-time
The Buyer is responsible for identifying varied sources of commodities and services, evaluate bids, awards contracts and purchase orders, maintains contact with vendors, and maintains…
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Senior Buyer
Humanoid
Burnaby, BC
Full-time
We are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for an operational procurement role based in our Vancouver office, with a focus on P2P execution, supplier communication, and tactical sourcing…
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Gordon Food Service
Milton, ON
Full-time
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Emterra Group
Niagara Falls, ON
Full-time
…manage inventory accuracy, and ensure finished products meet buyer and customer…
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Senior Buyer
General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada
Ottawa, ON
Full-time
We are currently seeking an experienced Buyer to join our Ottawa team. In this role, you will play a key part in managing supplier relationships, supporting new product development, and…
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Buyer
General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada
Ottawa, ON
$34.77 to $40.82 CAD / hour
Full-time
We are seeking a Buyer 1 to manage sourcing, purchasing, and supplier relationships in support of our production operations. This role is responsible for negotiating with suppliers,…
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Senior Buyer
Humanoid
Burnaby, BC
$75,000 to $85,000 CAD / year
Full-time
We are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for an operational procurement role based in our Vancouver office, with a focus on P2P execution, supplier communication, and tactical sourcing…

ABB

Procurement Category Specialist

Quebec, QC, Canada

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 18, 2026
Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or commodity management within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 18, 2026

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Original job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner - and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

ABB Canada is hiring a Procurement Category Specialist. This is a fast-paced, highly collaborative role focused on the strategic sourcing and procurement of mechanical commodities supporting ABB Canada's manufacturing operations. The Mechanical Commodity Buyer partners closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Planning, Quality, Logistics, and suppliers to ensure the continuous supply of mechanical components while achieving cost, quality, delivery, and sustainability objectives.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing commodity strategies for mechanical components such as machined parts, castings, forgings, sheet metal, fabricated assemblies, plastic molded components, enclosures, fasteners, and other mechanical products. The role requires a strong understanding of supplier capabilities, manufacturing processes, cost drivers, and market trends to optimize supplier performance and ensure supply continuity.

Success in this position requires excellent analytical, negotiation, and project management skills, along with the ability to build strong supplier relationships and collaborate across multiple functions. The Mechanical Commodity Buyer will proactively identify supply risks, drive continuous improvement initiatives, negotiate commercial agreements, and support ABB's operational and strategic objectives.

This position supports ABB Canada's Automation, Measurement & Analytics division and is based in Québec.

The work model is hybrid, with three days per week on site.

Responsibilities

Commodity Strategy: develop and implement commodity strategies for mechanical components, castings, forgings, and plastics, ensuring that suppliers can meet current and future business requirements, as well as ensuring that all relevant parties grasp strategies and execute processes accordingly.
Strategic Sourcing: lead RFQs, supplier evaluations, commercial negotiations, and contract management activities for mechanical components and assemblies. Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, pricing fluctuations, and new supplier opportunities. Communicate market trends including market drivers, cost structures, supply outlooks and technical developments.
Supplier Relationship Management: develop strong relationships with strategic suppliers while monitoring supplier performance through key performance indicators, including quality, on-time delivery, responsiveness, cost competitiveness, and capacity.
Cost Optimization: identify and execute cost reduction opportunities through competitive sourcing, supplier negotiations, value engineering, productivity initiatives, and should-cost analysis.
Supply Continuity & Risk Management: identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to supplier capacity, raw material availability, geopolitical events, long lead-time components, and single-source suppliers. Develop contingency plans to ensure business continuity. Continuous improvement – drive actions to increase category maturity including the use of digital tools to augment visibility to tier-N spend and proactively manage risks.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Planning, Quality, Logistics, Operations & Global Counterpart to resolve supply issues, support manufacturing requirements, improve supplier performance, and implement sourcing initiatives.
Engineering Change & Lifecycle Support: support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), supplier changes, product transfers, and lifecycle management activities to ensure uninterrupted supply.
Capacity & Demand Management: collaborate with suppliers and internal planning teams to ensure adequate production capacity and material availability to meet changing customer demand.
Supplier Development: drive supplier development initiatives, corrective actions, continuous improvement projects, and performance reviews in collaboration with Supplier Quality. Defining and establishing local standard agreements with all major suppliers, while providing and maintaining standard terms in purchase contracts/terms and conditions in line with company directives and guidelines.
Compliance & Reporting: ensure procurement activities comply with ABB policies, contractual requirements, and regulatory standards. Prepare and communicate reports on supplier performance, cost savings, sourcing initiatives, and supply chain risks.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Production/Operations management, Supply Chain or closely related field.
Minimum 10 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or commodity management within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong experience sourcing mechanical commodities such as machined components, castings, forgings, sheet metal, plastics, fabricated assemblies, motors, fasteners, and custom mechanical parts.
Experience developing commodity strategies, managing supplier relationships, and negotiating commercial agreements.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
Strong understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes, including machining, fabrication, stamping, casting, injection molding, welding, and assembly.
Proven experience leading supplier negotiations, cost reduction initiatives, and supplier performance improvement programs.
Strong analytical, negotiation, project management, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Bilingual (French & English); English required to communicate with global suppliers and stakeholders outside Québec.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Value Engineering, Supplier Development, and Continuous Improvement methodologies is considered an asset.

This job posting is also available in French under the title "Spécialiste de catégorie - Achats et approvisionnement".

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:

Women
Indigenous Peoples
Members of visible minorities
Persons with disabilities

ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic sourcing and commodity strategies for mechanical components to ensure supply continuity and cost optimization. Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and manufacturing teams to manage supplier performance and mitigate supply chain risks.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field with at least 10 years of experience in industrial procurement. Must be bilingual in French and English and possess deep knowledge of mechanical manufacturing processes and ERP systems.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing
Commodity Management
Contract Negotiation
Cost Optimization
Risk Management
Project Management
Analytical Skills
SAP
Microsoft Excel
Technical Drawing Interpretation
Bilingual French and English
Stakeholder Management
Market Research
Lean Manufacturing
Value Engineering

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Keywords

Procurement
Mechanical Commodities
Strategic Sourcing
RFQs
SAP
Lean Manufacturing
Value Engineering
Supply Chain Risk Management
Machined Parts
Castings
Forgings
Sheet Metal
Plastic Molded Components
BOM
Engineering Change Orders
KPIs
Should-Cost Analysis
Supplier Development
Manufacturing
Industrial Procurement
Contract Management
Market Analysis
Capacity Planning
Logistics
Quality Assurance
Tier-N Spend
Digital Procurement Tools
Compliance
Sustainability

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