Procurement Manager

Main FunctionsPurpose:The Procurement Manager, is responsible for ensuring the efficiency and cost effectiveness of purchasing decisions and processes within the North American Baking Business UnitReporting to the Director of Procurement and Supply Chain NAB, the role emphasis on collecting cost benchmarks, evaluating value of supply offers (quality/service), and executing procurement decisions for the (NAB) manufacturing facilities.The primary scope of coverage is raw materials for fermentation, filtration and packaging.May further consist of service contracts (including energy/utilities/wastewater), and other indirect purchases (lab and equipment) as determined by the Director of Procurement.Essential Functions:Communications with existing and new vendors to collect cost informationEvaluation of supply offers with key personnel as to operational feasibility of offer (Plant Managers , Quality Assurance)Documentation of cost parameters to be used as a reference by other key decision makersDrive decisions by focusing on financial benefits/ supply security/ other parameters of continuous improvementNegotiate price agreements/ contracts for execution by Director of Procurement and Supply Chain NABValidate execution and compliance with each siteTechnical skillsRequiredStrong costing analytical skillsAbility to work across multiple data parameters to consolidate and communicate informationStrong negotiation abilityIndustry relationshipsUnderstanding of economic principles that drive price/value calculationsPersonal abilitiesRequiredDiplôme universitaire en gestion de la chaîne d’approvisionnement, finance ou sciencesMinimum de 3 ans d’expérience dans un secteur connexeOrganizationLallemand is a privately held Canadian company founded in the late 19th century, which develops, produces, and markets microorganisms for various markets. The administrative offices of the parent company are in Montreal, Canada. Today, Lallemand employs more than 5,000 people working in more than 45 countries on 5 continents.Lallemand Baking offers a range of superior quality baker's yeast – both fresh and dry varieties – and specialty ingredients to meet bakers' needs across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Baking cultures and dough conditioners round out our impressive product range.The Lallemand baking team's many branches collaborate closely to provide innovative products and efficient services, backed by a skilled technical support team in each region of operations.Please take note that accommodations will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.