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Strategic Procurement Category SpecialistNatural Factors • Coquitlam, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
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Strategic Procurement Category Specialist

Strategic Procurement Category Specialist

Natural Factors • Coquitlam, Metro Vancouver Regional District, CA
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a Strategic Procurement Category Specialist to lead category strategies, source and negotiate with suppliers, manage contracts, and support our Source‑to‑Pay (S2P) processes. In this role, you will help secure high‑quality, cost‑effective materials and services, drive continuous improvement, mitigate supply risks, and collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams. If you bring strong procurement experience in manufacturing, solid analytical and project management skills, and a proactive, solution‑focused mindset, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

  • Develop category strategies, source new suppliers, and lead strategic supplier negotiations.
  • Manage supplier contracts, service agreements, and implement Source‑to‑Pay (S2P) processes.
  • Drive cost‑improvement initiatives through detailed cost analysis and supplier / material evaluations.
  • Implement risk‑mitigation strategies, monitor supplier performance, and stay current with market trends.
  • Collaborate cross‑functionally to qualify materials, support cGMP / SOP compliance, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Master’s and supply chain certifications such as APICS / SCMA are strong assets).
  • 3 – 5 years of strategic procurement experience with strong knowledge of S2P, MRP / BOM / ERP systems, and Excel.
  • Proven project management, business analytics skills, and a solid understanding of lean principles.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.
  • A proactive, self‑driven mindset with a positive attitude, strong ownership, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
  • You get

  • Great benefits (healthcare, health & personal spending accounts, wellness days, Employee & Family Assistance Program)
  • Company provided RRSP
  • Loyalty share program (based on service length)
  • $300.00 per year to spend on company products
  • Employee discount pricing
  • Employee appreciation events & rewards
  • Free onsite parking
  • Bus pass reimbursement
  • Exclusive discounts with various vendors
  • Costco membership
  • Why us?

  • We’re much bigger than you think, 30+ natural health brands loved across North America
  • Proudly Canadian owned & operated and a Certified B Corp company
  • Learn more about us here : https : / / ca.naturalfactors.com / pages / our-nature

    This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Only electronic applications can be accepted. This position will close when a competitive candidate pool has been identified. All the best!

    All internal applicants will be given priority for consideration for the first five business days that this position is posted. After that five days, internal applicants will be considered along with all other applicants; however, they are guaranteed at minimum a call from the Talent Acquisition team.

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