Senior Specialist, Indirect Procurement

Pharmascience

. Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and governance .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeMontréal • CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier relationship development, with a strong focus on cost optimization and compliance. Bilingual in French and English, capable of leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Strategic SourcingContract ManagementCost ReductionAdvanced Analytical SkillsBilingual in French and English

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Hard Skills

Procurement PoliciesRFx ProcessesCategory Strategy DevelopmentMarket AnalysisNegotiation SkillsLifecycle ManagementCost AvoidanceContinuous ImprovementProject ManagementSupplier Collaboration

Soft Skills

Collaborative CommunicationPlanning SkillsPersuasionAttention to DetailOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Operations ManagementBachelor’s Degree in Business AdministrationSpecialized Training in Procurement

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing SectorNon-Production CategoriesCAPEXITProfessional ServicesMRO

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and governance
Lead strategic sourcing processes, including RFx, evaluation, negotiations, and contracting
Develop and execute category strategies to optimize costs, reduce risk, and create value
Analyze markets, spend, and trends to identify improvement opportunities
Act as a business partner to business units and provide strategic procurement leadership
Develop, negotiate, and manage relationships with strategic suppliers
Ensure governance and lifecycle management of strategic contracts
Identify and deliver savings, cost avoidance, and continuous improvement initiatives
Track and communicate the progress of projects and initiatives
Lead strategic sourcing activities for one or more non-production categories, including CAPEX, IT, professional services, and MRO
Reporting to the Head of Procurement, Strategic Sourcing/Indirect Goods and Services

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 10 years of experience in similar roles and/or a related manufacturing sector
Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, and/or specialized training in procurement or logistics
Bilingual in French and English, both written and spoken
Collaborative communication, planning, and project management skills
Ability to persuade and influence
Advanced analytical skills and strong attention to detail
Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent negotiation skills
Experience with cost-reduction and process-improvement projects
Ability to collaborate with suppliers and/or clients located outside the province of Quebec

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance bonus
Internal employee referral program offering up to $3,000
Vacation and personal days available from the date of hire
Group insurance coverage from day one, including telemedicine
Competitive retirement plan with employer contributions from day one
Employee assistance program
Ongoing training opportunities
Stimulating and collaborative work environment
On-site parking
On-site gym