Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Overview

The Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist collaborates with internal stakeholders to develop procurement category strategies, lead contract negotiations, support change management, and strengthen supplier performance and relationships.

What do you gain by working with us?

 At CSL, we acknowledge that our employees are at the heart of our success. That’s why we offer much more than just a job:

• Pension plan – Your future, perfectly secured with an RRSP plan in place.
• Peace of mind guaranteed: Unlock our exceptional benefits package! Enjoy top-tier healthcare & access to dental coverage (100% to 95% employer-paid), life insurance up to 2.5x your salary, a generous bonus program, gym membership allowance, and much more.
• Experience Our Anchor Days: offering flexible work hours and freedom to work from home up to 2 days per week to help fit your lifestyle.
• With a global presence comes a diverse workforce – we bring together talent from all corners of the world to drive innovation and success: CSL values diversity and inclusion, allowing everyone to thrive.
• Continuous professional development: We invest in your growth with training and advancement opportunities.

How will you contribute to our success?

Key Responsibilities / Principales responsabilités 

• Develop and execute global procurement strategies in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. 

• Maintain a strong understanding of assigned procurement categories, including cost structures, the supplier landscape, and regional and global market dynamics. 

• Lead sourcing activities, including market research, Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Quotation (RFQs), and other competitive procurement processes. 

• Develop a deep understanding of CSL assets and equipment. Analyze parts and systems lifecycles and wear patterns to recommend sourcing strategies that minimize asset downtime following shipyard delivery. 

• Support managers and directors in supplier evaluations by designing stakeholder-aligned evaluation matrices and analyzing results to inform decisions. 

• Build total-cost models, savings projections, and analytical reports. Manage large datasets to identify correlations and insights that support sourcing and negotiation strategies. 

• Prepare and deliver clear, impactful presentations that summarize findings and align key stakeholders on procurement strategies and approaches. 

• Lead supplier negotiations to secure optimal pricing, terms, and conditions for the organization. 

• Assist in developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track strategy implementation, monitor compliance, and measure results. 

• Evaluate and implement vendor performance and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risk-management metrics to support continuous improvement across the supply chain. 

• Design and implement tools and processes that strengthen business intelligence, automate routine activities, and support total-cost-of-ownership decisions. 

• Manage and strengthen vendor relationships and contract administration, including renewals, claim resolution, and issue follow-up. 

• Provide backup support to the Fuel Desk, as required. 

• Perform other duties within the Source-to-Pay (S2P) cycle, contributing to operational excellence and procurement efficiency.

The skills you will bring to our team

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, logistics, finance, engineering, or a related field.

• A relevant professional certification, such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), CIPS, or CSCP, is considered an asset.

Experience 

• Five to ten years of relevant procurement experience.

• Marine-sector experience is considered an asset, including sea time, vessel management, or project management.

Technical Skills 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Strong Excel skills are required, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.

• Practical knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, such as Oracle or SAP, is considered an asset.

• Advanced knowledge of data mining and business-intelligence tools, such as Cognos, Tableau, SAS, Access, or Power BI, is considered an asset.

• Ability to perform data mining, spend analysis, and cost modelling to identify savings opportunities and strategic trends.

• Knowledge of market research, benchmarking, and supplier-risk-assessment techniques.

Key Competencies

• Analyze complex data, market trends, and supplier performance to develop actionable sourcing strategies.

• Make sound, data-driven decisions and solve complex problems.

• Assess the suitability of technology through tender processes, where applicable.

Negotiation and Communication

• Negotiate large-scale contracts, including commercial and contractual terms.

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French.

Project and Time Management

• Manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and prioritize effectively.

• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy in all deliverables.

Collaboration and Influence 

• Work cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Legal, and Engineering to align sourcing strategies with organizational goals.

• Influence stakeholders, build supplier relationships, and contribute as a collaborative team member.

• Quickly translate abstract business requirements into practical, comprehensive solutions.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and cost optimization.

• Embrace new technologies, tools, and methodologies in procurement and supply chain management.

• Apply strong analytical, project-management, technical, contracting, and negotiation skills, with a solid understanding of the logistical, financial, and economic aspects of procurement and supply chain.

Why CSL?

The CSL Group Inc. (“CSL”), based in Montreal, Canada is a world-class provider of complex marine solutions with a rich history dating back to 1845. We are the world’s largest owner and operator of self-unloading vessels, the third-largest operator of cement carriers, and a leader in high-efficiency transshipment solutions and offshore logistics. Every year, we transport and handle millions of tons of cargo for industrial clients around the world. At CSL, we foster a culture rooted in safety, sustainability and innovation, offering a supportive environment where you can thrive, work with purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

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Apply Today!

We are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible workplace for everyone. We provide accommodation at every stage of the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require any assistance, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We will be happy to work with you to meet your needs.

We thank you for your interest and your application; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted