Job Description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

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Saputo is seeking an Analyst, Director Procurement for anexisting opportunity within our organization.

This will be a key member of the Procurement Team, the Procurement Analyst – Direct Procurement will be responsible for facilitating the strategic sourcing process for the ingredient & packaging category.

The incumbent will have the following responsibilities:

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Assist and facilitate the internal process of ingredient & packaging approvals and code creation.

• Timely update the departmental contract tracking system and supplier price lists.

• Manage invoice discrepancies.

• Follow up with the plants for updated forecasts.

• Manage the supplier set-ups for new or existing suppliers.

• Assist with the supply disruptions at plant levels to avoid shutdowns.

• Collaborate with the supplier quality team, category leads, and manufacturing to reduce non-conformance incidents, resolve outstanding claims, and improve fulfillment rates.

• Assist in the financial analysis of RFPs, prepare weekly/monthly reports, and conduct forecast exercises for Procurement objectives.

• Create and improve KPI for new and current products to monitor their performance.

• Follow up on sample deliveries and ensure timely availability for plant trials.

• Reconciliate the quarterly/annually supplier rebates.

• Develop and apply best practice processes and policies across procurement, including spend analytics, savings and initiative tracking.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Administration or Procurement related;

• Experience: Minimum 5 years in Procurement in food manufacturing environment (preferred)

• Proficiency in PC and business software applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI)

• Ability and willingness to work independently and collaboratively

• Experience reviewing bids

• Strong research and data-driven analytical skills, with the ability to collect, organize, and analyze large sets of data efficiently and effectively.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to facilitate analytic discussion and review of data findings and recommendations for the project.

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering :

• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance

• Group retirement plan with employer contribution

• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families

• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA

• Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs

• Organized activities for employees and their families

• Advantageous discounts on Saputo products

Salary: $68 630$ à 90 080$

*Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

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Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in screening applications.

Artificial Intelligence is not used to assess or select applications.

In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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