Job Description

Are you a Buyer Purchasing Agent for a new opportunity?Are you looking for a new contract opportunity?We are pleased to offer you a new contract opportunity for you to consider: Buyer Purchasing AgentStart: ASAPEstimated length: 12 monthLocation: TorontoActively seeking for candidates with below requirements.AdvantagesYou will have an opportunity to work with a leading employer in the local market.ResponsibilitiesThoroughly understand sourcing strategies. Apply analytics to identify cost and demand reduction opportunitiesIntegrate closely with the leadership team(s) of the businesses he/she supports to understand business unit goals and priorities, provide thought leadership on emerging vendor models, and align and set proactive sourcing agendaDefine strategy for the category, and execute cost reduction actions proactivelyQuantify savings achieved, drive efficiencies, centralize competencies and maximize the value of vendor relationshipsInfluence and develop supplier negotiation strategies in conjunction with Tower LeadHolistically understand and leverage key vendor relationships within the categoryLead supplier negotiations, particularly for large complex transactions, and ensure execution of developed sourcing & negotiation strategyQualificationsUndergraduate degree (business or finance preferred) with 5+ years of progressive business experience in finance, and/or strategic sourcingIn-depth knowledge of sourcing and procurement principles and best practicesSolid analytical skillsProblem analyzer and decision maker – effectively searches and uses industry and market insightsAble to assimilate, synthesize, and present complex information in a value-added formAttention to detailEvaluates feasibility and practicality of ideas and optionsTakes ownership and makes informed and timely decisionsStrategic thinker – thinks conceptually beyond day-to-day business realitiesCreates a clear vision and goals and adopts a long-term perspective; anticipates emerging issues.Team builder – builds strategic partnerships with internal clients and vendors; builds buy-in and engagement with key stakeholdersSkilled communicator – communicates complexity with clarity and ease; articulates a clear view of concepts, ideas, and objectives; able to interface with different stakeholders at all levelsRepresents the company externally with confidence; skilled in both oral and written communication.SummaryDo you have this experience? If you answer YES, then please apply IMMEDIATELY to so we can then discuss your experience and interest in this opportunity!Randstad Technologies GroupCanada's largest provider of IT Staffing Solutions, offering hundreds of permanent and contract opportunities across all roles, levels and platforms. Our Web based tools help you see and apply for jobs matched automatically to your skills and preferences. When you're ready to interview we meet with you in person to help you build the technology career path you've always wanted. Visit www.randstad.ca to get started!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.

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