Associate buyer Jobs in Winnipeg, MB

Do you has strong customer-facing experience? Are you looking to build on your professional experience in the corporate environment? If so, you can join our client in Winnipeg as a Procurement Associate

This is a great opportunity to develop your career in corporate environment while you get to interact with a variety of individuals.

Advantages

• Monday to Friday
• 8 : 00am to 4 : 30pm
• 3 month assignment with possibility of extension
• Competitive pay rate

Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing :

Execute effective procurement strategies aligned with organizational goal

Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiating contracts, and securing favorable terms.

Supplier Relationship Management :

Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and innovation.

Address and resolve issues with suppliers, fostering a collaborative and mutually beneficial partnershi

Cost Optimization :

Implement cost-saving initiatives and monitor overall procurement expenses.

Continuously assess market trends, conduct benchmarking, and identify opportunities for cost reduction.

Stakeholder Collaboration :

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Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including department heads and project managers, to understand their

procurement needs.

Ensure effective communication and alignment of procurement strategies with organizational objective

Compliance and Risk Management :

Ensure procurement activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.

Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks, implementing appropriate controls.

Performance Monitoring :

Regularly analyze data and provide reports to management on procurement performance.

Qualifications

Supply Chain experience, or a related fiel

Proven experience as a Procurement associate

Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

In-depth knowledge of procurement strategies, sourcing, and contract execution

Familiarity with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office S

Summary

If you're interested in the Procurement Associate position, please apply now at www.randstad.ca!

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary / gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.