Category Lead - Mining
Glencore
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- Procurement team
- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Join us in shaping Glencore's procurement excellence across Canada!
*This role can also be based in Toronto*
The role in a nutshell:
Reporting to the Manager of Strategic Sourcing, you will oversee the procurement strategy for major mining commodities and services. You will be responsible for handling annual portfolios within the CAD$100m to CAD$500m range, while fine-tuning procurement strategies to address the specific needs of Glencore's various locations across Canada.
Working within a decentralized team, you will collaborate nationally and globally to drive cost savings and process enhancements by leading strategic sourcing initiatives leveraging volume and employing a variety of strategies such as competitive bidding, direct negotiations, and strategic partnerships.
More specifically, you will be expected to:
- Provide strategic direction and dynamic support in procurement;
- Work with senior management in the various businesses and demonstrate a clear understanding of their relationships and requirements;
- Lead multi-functional strategic sourcing teams for various commodities and services;
- Identify and develop sourcing opportunities in Canada;
- Support global initiatives to enhance operational value;
- Manage site-specific procurement activities periodically;
- Communicate price changes, develop forecasts, and alerts;
- Become a Subject Matter Expert in key commodities/services.
Do you have what it takes?
- Bachelor’s or College Degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field, demonstrating a strong academic foundation;
- Minimum of 5 years in a strategic sourcing or procurement role, with a proven history of achieving results;
- Experience working with a defined strategic sourcing process, ensuring efficient procurement practices;
- Background in operations, maintenance, engineering, or procurement within a related industry is highly valued;
- Demonstrated ability to direct and coordinate change resulting from the sourcing process driving organizational success;
- Upholds the highest professional ethics and integrity in all interactions and decisions;
- Proficient at juggling numerous responsibilities and autonomously organizing time, guaranteeing the timely fulfillment of obligations;
- Capable of leading and collaborating within multifunctional teams, creating a cohesive and productive work environment;
- Proficiency in delivering constructive feedback to suppliers and maintaining strategic direction for efficient outcomes;
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and priorities, maintaining focus on key goals;
- Enthusiastic about actively contributing to an open work environment where ideas are shared, and innovation thrives;
- Proficient in both oral and written communication, equipped with effective persuasion and negotiation skills.
Travel: You will be required to travel up to 10% of the time and work with colleagues located in different time zones.
Language: Bilingualism (English/French (intermediate+)).
Glencore encourages diversity and provides an inclusive workplace. We provide and can arrange necessary support for applicants who may need assistance. (recruitment@glencore.ca)
Join us in shaping Glencore's procurement excellence across Canada!
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