101 Purchasing Analyst jobs in Canada
Purchasing Analyst
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The Purchasing Analyst plays a crucial role in optimizing our supply chain by analyzing purchasing data, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives. This individual will report to the General Manager and work closely with suppliers, production, and other internal departments to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials necessary for our manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Data Analysis & Reporting:
- Collect, analyze, and interpret complex purchasing data, including spend analysis, supplier performance, pricing trends, and inventory levels.
- Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and metrics to track key purchasing KPIs and provide insights to management.
- Identify variances and trends in purchasing data and recommend corrective actions or opportunities for improvement.
- Customer product use analysis to determine product benefits or needed substitutions.
- Operational Optimization & Savings:
- Proactively identify opportunities for cost reductions through strategic sourcing, negotiation support, value engineering, and process improvements.
- Assist in the development and implementation of cost-saving initiatives and track their effectiveness.
- Conduct market research to identify new suppliers, materials, and technologies that could lead to cost efficiencies or improved product quality.
- Supplier Management Analysis:
- Support the evaluation and selection of new suppliers, including conducting financial and operational assessments.
- Monitor supplier performance against agreed-upon metrics (e.g., on-time delivery, quality, cost, lead time).
- Assist in the negotiation of contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
- Forecast & Demand Planning:
- Collaborate with production forecast planning and inventory control teams to optimize material flow and minimize excess inventory while avoiding stockouts.
- Analyze demand forecasts and their impact on purchasing decisions.
- Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks.
- Eliminate non- performing material and look for the other current material benefits of other existing products.
- Process Improvement:
- Identify and recommend improvements to existing purchasing processes, systems, and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices in procurement.
- Material reduction plan to eliminate low customer production/margins.
- Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with engineering, production, quality, and finance departments to ensure alignment on material specifications, delivery schedules, and cost targets.
- Provide purchasing support for new product development initiatives.
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- Experience:
- 2-3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain analysis role, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience with data analysis and reporting, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and draw actionable conclusions.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and negotiate effectively.
- Knowledge of purchasing best practices, supplier relationship management, and inventory control principles.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
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Vendor Management Office
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A career as a Senior Advisor in the Vendor Management Office team at National Bank means acting as an expert in supplier management, influencing directions and policies related to supplier governance, ensuring the implementation, operationalization and end-to-end management of the supplier management life cycle. It is to ensure the management, monitoring of performance, development and maintenance of a good business relationship with third parties.
This profession allows you to make a positive impact on our organization with your expertise and experience in vendor management, while also allowing you to have the opportunity to learn and grow further.
Your job
- Manage the end-to-end supplier management lifecycle
- Lead and act as an owner in contract governance, in the development of strategic relationships with partners and in the application of industry best practices in the management of suppliers under your responsibility, while deploying and operating a methodology to assess, on a regular basis, the "health" of your portfolio
- Lead and influence sector directions to optimize supplier performance and alignment with the Bank's objectives
- Act as the primary liaison between the bank and its suppliers
- Interpret and control risks related to third parties and more specifically those arising from information security due diligence, financial analysis, implementation of continuity and IT succession plans, as well as monitoring of supplier performance
- Identify issues and participate in the analysis of risk issues, assess the impacts for the Bank and formulate and monitor innovative long-term solutions
- Participate in the development and implementation of cost optimization strategies to ensure the optimal positioning of the Bank and the monitoring of budgets
Your team
Within the Vendor Management Office sector, you are part of a team of 8 colleagues and report to the Senior Director. Our team stands out for its collaboration, agility, desire for continuous improvement and incredible teamwork. Our goal is to offer you maximum flexibility and quality of life. This includes a hybrid work environment.
Our apprenticeship-in-action training programs allow you to master your craft. Customized tools on vendor management topics are available to support your continuous learning. Access to colleagues with different expertise, experiences and diverse profiles enriches your development from all points of view.
Prerequisite
- Industry-related bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of experience OR industry-related master's degree and five years of relevant experience
- Experience working in banking or related to the industry
- Experience in governance, third-party performance management, contract management and risk management
- Recognized ability to negotiate contractual agreements and/or strong influencing skills
Vendor Management Office
Posted 1 day ago
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A career as a Senior Advisor in the Vendor Management Office team at National Bank means acting as an expert in supplier management, influencing directions and policies related to supplier governance, ensuring the implementation, operationalization and end-to-end management of the supplier management life cycle. It is to ensure the management, monitoring of performance, development and maintenance of a good business relationship with third parties.
This profession allows you to make a positive impact on our organization with your expertise and experience in vendor management, while also allowing you to have the opportunity to learn and grow further.
Your job
- Manage the end-to-end supplier management lifecycle
- Lead and act as an owner in contract governance, in the development of strategic relationships with partners and in the application of industry best practices in the management of suppliers under your responsibility, while deploying and operating a methodology to assess, on a regular basis, the "health" of your portfolio
- Lead and influence sector directions to optimize supplier performance and alignment with the Bank's objectives
- Act as the primary liaison between the bank and its suppliers
- Interpret and control risks related to third parties and more specifically those arising from information security due diligence, financial analysis, implementation of continuity and IT succession plans, as well as monitoring of supplier performance
- Identify issues and participate in the analysis of risk issues, assess the impacts for the Bank and formulate and monitor innovative long-term solutions
- Participate in the development and implementation of cost optimization strategies to ensure the optimal positioning of the Bank and the monitoring of budgets
Your team
Within the Vendor Management Office sector, you are part of a team of 8 colleagues and report to the Senior Director. Our team stands out for its collaboration, agility, desire for continuous improvement and incredible teamwork. Our goal is to offer you maximum flexibility and quality of life. This includes a hybrid work environment.
Our apprenticeship-in-action training programs allow you to master your craft. Customized tools on vendor management topics are available to support your continuous learning. Access to colleagues with different expertise, experiences and diverse profiles enriches your development from all points of view.
Prerequisite
- Industry-related bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of experience OR industry-related master's degree and five years of relevant experience
- Experience working in banking or related to the industry
- Experience in governance, third-party performance management, contract management and risk management
- Recognized ability to negotiate contractual agreements and/or strong influencing skills
Vendor Management Office
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
A career as a Senior Advisor in the Vendor Management Office team at National Bank means acting as an expert in supplier management, influencing directions and policies related to supplier governance, ensuring the implementation, operationalization and end-to-end management of the supplier management life cycle. It is to ensure the management, monitoring of performance, development and maintenance of a good business relationship with third parties.
This profession allows you to make a positive impact on our organization with your expertise and experience in vendor management, while also allowing you to have the opportunity to learn and grow further.
Your job
- Manage the end-to-end supplier management lifecycle
- Lead and act as an owner in contract governance, in the development of strategic relationships with partners and in the application of industry best practices in the management of suppliers under your responsibility, while deploying and operating a methodology to assess, on a regular basis, the "health" of your portfolio
- Lead and influence sector directions to optimize supplier performance and alignment with the Bank's objectives
- Act as the primary liaison between the bank and its suppliers
- Interpret and control risks related to third parties and more specifically those arising from information security due diligence, financial analysis, implementation of continuity and IT succession plans, as well as monitoring of supplier performance
- Identify issues and participate in the analysis of risk issues, assess the impacts for the Bank and formulate and monitor innovative long-term solutions
- Participate in the development and implementation of cost optimization strategies to ensure the optimal positioning of the Bank and the monitoring of budgets
Your team
Within the Vendor Management Office sector, you are part of a team of 8 colleagues and report to the Senior Director. Our team stands out for its collaboration, agility, desire for continuous improvement and incredible teamwork. Our goal is to offer you maximum flexibility and quality of life. This includes a hybrid work environment.
Our apprenticeship-in-action training programs allow you to master your craft. Customized tools on vendor management topics are available to support your continuous learning. Access to colleagues with different expertise, experiences and diverse profiles enriches your development from all points of view.
Prerequisite
- Industry-related bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of experience OR industry-related master's degree and five years of relevant experience
- Experience working in banking or related to the industry
- Experience in governance, third-party performance management, contract management and risk management
- Recognized ability to negotiate contractual agreements and/or strong influencing skills
Senior Advisor Vendor Management IT/Telecom
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A career as a Senior Advisor in the Strategic Supplier Management, Technology and Operations team at National Bank will also influence orientations and policies related to supplier governance, ensure implementation, operationalization and end-to-end management of the contract lifecycle. This position allows you to manage, monitor performance, develop and maintain a good business relationship with third parties.
It also means participating in innovative initiatives to control risks and ensure the profitability of technology investments. The incumbent must have general knowledge, including an in-depth understanding of telecom environments (networks, voice, data, mobility), understand business issues, and be able to propose strategies to support the Bank's activities. The ability to intervene strategically in telecommunications-related files, including managing specialized service providers, negotiating complex contracts and optimizing services, is essential for this role.
Your job- Manage the lifecycle of contracts under your responsibility from end to end.
- Act as a leader in governance and supplier management for the governances already in place under your responsibility
- Set up and act as a leader in supplier governance and management to integrate new tier 1 and 2 service providers into its governance portfolio
- Lead and own governance meetings under your responsibility
- Serve as the main liaison between the Bank and its suppliers
- Help implement sourcing strategies and negotiations with suppliers
- Follow up on governance stemming in part from the analysis of contractual gaps
- Understand and ensure control of third-party risks and more specifically those resulting from information security due diligence reviews, financial analyses, Implementing it continuity and recovery plans, as well as monitoring supplier performance
- Help analyze risk issues, assess the impact on the Bank and formulate innovative solutions
- Collaborate with several stakeholders, including application owners, architects, third-party risk managers, legal affairs, the sourcing sector
- Governance of large it projects - identify, Conceptualize and implement key performance indicators in collaboration with it project managers
- Participate in developing and implementing cost optimization strategies to ensure the Bank is optimally positioned in its acquisitions and collaborate in monitoring budgets
- Work in collaboration with the technology teams
Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in a related field and seven years of relevant experience OR master's degree in a related field and five years of relevant experience
- Experience in governance, third-party performance management, contract management and risk management
- Governance/management of telecommunications service providers (networks, voice, data, mobility, etc.) and it is an essential requirement
- In-depth expertise in telecom environments: Proven knowledge of technological, contractual and operational issues specific to telecommunications services (networks, voice, data, mobility, etc.).
- Ability to play a leadership role in negotiating complex contracts with telecom service providers, rigorously monitor their performance, and actively contribute to aligning these services with the organization’s strategic objectives
Senior Advisor Vendor Management IT/Telecom
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Description
A career as a Senior Advisor in the Strategic Supplier Management, Technology and Operations team at National Bank will also influence orientations and policies related to supplier governance, ensure implementation, operationalization and end-to-end management of the contract lifecycle. This position allows you to manage, monitor performance, develop and maintain a good business relationship with third parties.
It also means participating in innovative initiatives to control risks and ensure the profitability of technology investments. The incumbent must have general knowledge, including an in-depth understanding of telecom environments (networks, voice, data, mobility), understand business issues, and be able to propose strategies to support the Bank's activities. The ability to intervene strategically in telecommunications-related files, including managing specialized service providers, negotiating complex contracts and optimizing services, is essential for this role.
Your job- Manage the lifecycle of contracts under your responsibility from end to end.
- Act as a leader in governance and supplier management for the governances already in place under your responsibility
- Set up and act as a leader in supplier governance and management to integrate new tier 1 and 2 service providers into its governance portfolio
- Lead and own governance meetings under your responsibility
- Serve as the main liaison between the Bank and its suppliers
- Help implement sourcing strategies and negotiations with suppliers
- Follow up on governance stemming in part from the analysis of contractual gaps
- Understand and ensure control of third-party risks and more specifically those resulting from information security due diligence reviews, financial analyses, Implementing it continuity and recovery plans, as well as monitoring supplier performance
- Help analyze risk issues, assess the impact on the Bank and formulate innovative solutions
- Collaborate with several stakeholders, including application owners, architects, third-party risk managers, legal affairs, the sourcing sector
- Governance of large it projects - identify, Conceptualize and implement key performance indicators in collaboration with it project managers
- Participate in developing and implementing cost optimization strategies to ensure the Bank is optimally positioned in its acquisitions and collaborate in monitoring budgets
- Work in collaboration with the technology teams
Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in a related field and seven years of relevant experience OR master's degree in a related field and five years of relevant experience
- Experience in governance, third-party performance management, contract management and risk management
- Governance/management of telecommunications service providers (networks, voice, data, mobility, etc.) and it is an essential requirement
- In-depth expertise in telecom environments: Proven knowledge of technological, contractual and operational issues specific to telecommunications services (networks, voice, data, mobility, etc.).
- Ability to play a leadership role in negotiating complex contracts with telecom service providers, rigorously monitor their performance, and actively contribute to aligning these services with the organization’s strategic objectives
Senior Advisor Vendor Management IT/Telecom
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
A career as a Senior Advisor in the Strategic Supplier Management, Technology and Operations team at National Bank will also influence orientations and policies related to supplier governance, ensure implementation, operationalization and end-to-end management of the contract lifecycle. This position allows you to manage, monitor performance, develop and maintain a good business relationship with third parties.
It also means participating in innovative initiatives to control risks and ensure the profitability of technology investments. The incumbent must have general knowledge, including an in-depth understanding of telecom environments (networks, voice, data, mobility), understand business issues, and be able to propose strategies to support the Bank's activities. The ability to intervene strategically in telecommunications-related files, including managing specialized service providers, negotiating complex contracts and optimizing services, is essential for this role.
Your job- Manage the lifecycle of contracts under your responsibility from end to end.
- Act as a leader in governance and supplier management for the governances already in place under your responsibility
- Set up and act as a leader in supplier governance and management to integrate new tier 1 and 2 service providers into its governance portfolio
- Lead and own governance meetings under your responsibility
- Serve as the main liaison between the Bank and its suppliers
- Help implement sourcing strategies and negotiations with suppliers
- Follow up on governance stemming in part from the analysis of contractual gaps
- Understand and ensure control of third-party risks and more specifically those resulting from information security due diligence reviews, financial analyses, Implementing it continuity and recovery plans, as well as monitoring supplier performance
- Help analyze risk issues, assess the impact on the Bank and formulate innovative solutions
- Collaborate with several stakeholders, including application owners, architects, third-party risk managers, legal affairs, the sourcing sector
- Governance of large it projects - identify, Conceptualize and implement key performance indicators in collaboration with it project managers
- Participate in developing and implementing cost optimization strategies to ensure the Bank is optimally positioned in its acquisitions and collaborate in monitoring budgets
- Work in collaboration with the technology teams
Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in a related field and seven years of relevant experience OR master's degree in a related field and five years of relevant experience
- Experience in governance, third-party performance management, contract management and risk management
- Governance/management of telecommunications service providers (networks, voice, data, mobility, etc.) and it is an essential requirement
- In-depth expertise in telecom environments: Proven knowledge of technological, contractual and operational issues specific to telecommunications services (networks, voice, data, mobility, etc.).
- Ability to play a leadership role in negotiating complex contracts with telecom service providers, rigorously monitor their performance, and actively contribute to aligning these services with the organization’s strategic objectives
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