Strategic Sourcing Manager
- Montreal, QC, Canada
Full-time
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Company Description
American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.
Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.
We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.
It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.
Job Description
Reporting to the Director, Procurement, the Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for leading the organization’s strategic sourcing function and developing sourcing strategies aimed at optimizing cost, quality, service, and risk management across assigned categories.
The successful candidate will lead a team of procurement professionals and collaborate with business leaders to develop category strategies, manage competitive sourcing processes, negotiate contracts, and optimize supplier performance.
The Strategic Sourcing Manager will act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders and play a key role in driving cost savings, ensuring supply continuity, and creating long-term value for the organization.
What you're responsible for:
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
To join our team:
What we offer :
American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.
Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.
We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.
It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.
Job Description
Reporting to the Director, Procurement, the Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for leading the organization’s strategic sourcing function and developing sourcing strategies aimed at optimizing cost, quality, service, and risk management across assigned categories.
The successful candidate will lead a team of procurement professionals and collaborate with business leaders to develop category strategies, manage competitive sourcing processes, negotiate contracts, and optimize supplier performance.
The Strategic Sourcing Manager will act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders and play a key role in driving cost savings, ensuring supply continuity, and creating long-term value for the organization.
What you're responsible for:
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
- Develop and implement sourcing and category strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Analyze spend, market conditions, supplier capabilities, and business requirements to identify sourcing opportunities.
- Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across direct and indirect spend categories.
- Develop multi-year category roadmaps focused on cost optimization, risk mitigation, sustainability, and supplier performance.
- Lead Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), and supplier evaluation processes.
- Identify, qualify, and select suppliers that best meet the organization's needs.
- Conduct commercial analyses and total cost of ownership (TCO) assessments.
- Develop data-driven sourcing recommendations supported by business cases.
- Lead complex commercial negotiations with suppliers.
- Negotiate pricing, service levels, commercial terms, and contractual conditions.
- Collaborate with Legal and business stakeholders to develop and manage contracts.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and the realization of expected value from supplier agreements.
- Partner with business leaders to understand operational requirements and sourcing priorities.
- Act as a strategic business partner to Finance, Operations, Information Technology, Human Resources, and other corporate functions.
- Influence decision-making through market intelligence and procurement expertise.
- Oversee relationships with strategic suppliers.
- Conduct business reviews and supplier performance evaluations.
- Identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
- Manage supplier-related risks and business continuity challenges.
- Lead, coach, and develop Procurement Specialists.
- Establish team objectives, priorities, and performance expectations.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Support talent development and succession planning.
- Deliver initiatives that generate cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation.
- Monitor the portfolio of sourcing initiatives and project execution.
- Develop and present key performance indicators (KPIs) related to savings, supplier performance, contract coverage, and sourcing cycle times.
- Support procurement transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
To join our team:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
- 7 to 10+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management.
- Minimum of 3 years of leadership or team management experience.
- Strong experience in contract negotiations and supplier management.
- Proven track record of leading strategic sourcing projects.
- Strong analytical, financial, communication, and influencing skills.
- Experience managing complex RFP, RFQ, and RFI processes.
- Experience negotiating supplier agreements and commercial terms.
- Experience in supplier evaluation and performance management.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
What we offer :
- Competitive salary + other benefits;
- Group insurance coverage from day one and group RRSP with employer matching contributions;
- Telemedicine (Unlimited access to a doctor 24/7);
- Eligible for paid vacation from day one; **
- AIM tuition assistance grants.
- Company-wide events throughout the year (BBQ, Christmas party, etc.);
- Free on-site gym;
- Two on-site cafeterias (subsidized meal program available);
- Dynamic and rewarding work environment - work on high-impact and meaningful projects while having fun!
More about this job
Responsibilities
Lead the strategic sourcing function, develop category strategies, and manage competitive sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and supplier performance across assigned categories. Lead and develop procurement staff while partnering with business stakeholders to deliver savings, manage risk, ensure supply continuity, and improve procurement performance.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, finance, engineering, or a related field, along with 7 to 10+ years of procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management experience. Candidates must have at least 3 years of leadership experience and a proven record in sourcing projects, negotiations, supplier management, and complex RFP, RFQ, and RFI processes.
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Category Management
- Supplier Management
- Contract Negotiation
- RFP, RFQ, And RFI Management
- Spend Analysis
- Total Cost Of Ownership Analysis
- Commercial Analysis
- Supplier Evaluation
- Stakeholder Management
- Risk Mitigation
- Cost Optimization
- Procurement Strategy
- Team Leadership
- KPI Development
Benefits
- Group Insurance
- Group RRSP With Employer Matching Contributions
- 24/7 Telemedicine
- Paid Vacation From Day One
- Tuition Assistance
- Company-Wide Events
- Free On-Site Gym
- Subsidized Meal Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Management & Leadership
- Logistics
- Finance & Accounting
- Environmental & Sustainability
Keywords
- Strategic Sourcing
- Category Management
- Procurement
- Direct Spend
- Indirect Spend
- Spend Analysis
- Market Intelligence
- Supplier Capabilities
- RFI
- RFP
- RFQ
- Supplier Evaluation
- Total Cost Of Ownership
- Commercial Analysis
- Contract Management
- Commercial Negotiations
- Supplier Performance
- Business Continuity
- Cost Savings
- Cost Avoidance
- Risk Mitigation
- Sustainability
- Procurement Transformation
- Key Performance Indicators
- Supply Chain Management
- Finance
- Operations
- Information Technology
- Human Resources