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NATURE & SCOPE OF POSITIONReporting directly to the VP Supply Chain, the primary responsibility of the Senior Supply Chain Manager is to provide adequate control of the supply of materials to ensure conformance of purchased items to the demand plan. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES StrategicNegotiate Supplier Agreements; with a focus on our top suppliers.Conducting cost-benefit analysis of alternatives (including Life Cycle Cost Analysis, and or Total Cost of Ownership).Overseeing the procurement aspects of the transition out of the existing contract and transition-in of the new contract.Facilitating stakeholder consultations.Develops vendor relationships for long term partnerships.Responsible for establishing and maintaining effective relations with outside suppliers in accordance with procurement policies and procedures.Initiate and conduct the negotiation of expected standard on quality, service and cost with suppliers for assigned materials; negotiate prices/cost reductions with input from internal partners.Researches and sources alternate products and/or services as may be directed.Work with new vendors for samples requirements.Resolve problems associated with discrepant product, work with internal partners. Keep abreast of market conditions affecting assigned products/vendors.Be knowledgeable of local suppliers as well as off shore suppliers establish a series of supply chain contacts with vendors in your portfolio.Be knowledgeable about local and international freight arrangements.Work with the Freight department to establish a series of carriers for each supplier.Any other duties as required.OperationalPlans materials requirements for their assigned categories.Issues Purchase orders for products based on demand, selection, price, availability, or other specified needs utilizing knowledge/experience/education.Expedites/reconciles/communicates status of purchase orders.Updates PO status in ERP system.Monitor past due POs & contact suppliers for updates.Authorizes payment of invoices.Arranges for return of materials/equipment/supplies as may be required, and ensures credit or replacement.Data entry & maintenance of orders, costing and other related data as may be required.Assist in obtaining proper paperwork to support receipts (CofC/CofA), as needed.Obtain quotes for new materials, including MOQ, lead time & price breaks for non-strategic suppliers.Other duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATIONPost-secondary education in a business related discipline or equivalent relevant experience in a purchasing position at a mid-sized company. Purchasing designation is an asset.Preferable previous experience in a purchasing function with the aid of computerized programs i.e. ERP. Microsoft Business Dynamics is an asset.Ability to interface effectively with various functional areas as well as suppliers.Very strong team player and proven experience with excel and detailed analytics.Experience in a distributed products company is an asset.LANGUAGE SKILLSMust be proficient in written & spoken English.