Knowledge manager Jobs in Vaughan, ON

The Procurement Manager is responsible for the overall management and performance of a specific set of commodities and vendors to support Noble in their network operations. Compensation: $100K-$120KLocation: Concord, ON Duration: Permanent Placement How you Contribute to Noble's SuccessMeet and exceed assigned performance goals, including cost savings, working capital, and efficiency improvements in order to support overall Procurement department , including but not limited to, data collection and review, market and vendor evaluation, contract negotiation and execution, monitoring compliance and , negotiations, awards, and (Operations, Transportation, Materials Management, etc.) for efficient and timely ordering and delivery of goods and , forums, demonstrations and exhibits to maintain professional competence and to keep current with technical literatureConstantly sourcing and evaluating new innovative suppliers' abilities and capacities within assigned commoditiesOccasional travel domestically and internationally, may be requiredMust Haves and Nice to HavesDegree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related fieldSCMP designation or equivalent is a strong asset7-10 years of experience in a procurement function, at least 5 years in strategic roles (sourcing, commodities, vendor management)A valid Ontario Driver's License and vehicle Job Skills and KnowledgeProficient knowledge of contract negotiationsAbility to develop formal reports and presentations for senior managementIn-depth experience with the procurement of assigned specific commodities is preferable and/or ability to quickly acquire such knowledge for unfamiliar commoditiesDevelopment and implementation of sourcing strategies, procurement, and process flow throughout the organizationAbility to identify potential supply chain risk and implement risk mitigation strategiesPractical knowledge of the tools for increasing negotiation leverage and buying powerAbility to engage supplier in collaborative projects on efficiency improvement and TCO reductionAbility to process, manipulate, and analyze large amount of relevant data, to understand and evaluate supplier performance and recognize improvement opportunitiesStrong relationship building skills General Skills and Knowledge:Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Windows environmentCapability as a strategic thinker who is action-oriented, results-oriented, and driven to succeedUnderstanding of market dynamics and sound business judgementContinuously seeking the opportunity for innovations and improvements within assigned authorityAccuracy, attention to details, comfortable with numbers and in collecting, analyzing and interpreting dataExcellent verbal and written English communication skills, decision making, and sound judgment are a necessity, as is the ability to perform well under pressure and work effectively with all levels of management After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit. The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.