Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist

The Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist collaborates with internal stakeholders to develop procurement category strategies, lead contract negotiations, support change management, and strengthen supplier performance and relationships. 

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  Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, logistics, finance, engineering, or a related field. 

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  A relevant professional certification, such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), CIPS, or CSCP, is considered an asset. 

• Five to ten years of relevant procurement experience. 

• Marine-sector experience is considered an asset, including sea time, vessel management, or project management. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Strong Excel skills are required, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis. 

• Practical knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, such as Oracle or SAP, is considered an asset. 

• Advanced knowledge of data mining and business-intelligence tools, such as Cognos, Tableau, SAS, Access, or Power BI, is considered an asset. 

• Ability to perform data mining, spend analysis, and cost modelling to identify savings opportunities and strategic trends. 

• Knowledge of market research, benchmarking, and supplier-risk-assessment techniques. 

• Analyze complex data, market trends, and supplier performance to develop actionable sourcing strategies. 

• Make sound, data-driven decisions and solve complex problems. 

• Assess the suitability of technology through tender processes, where applicable. 

• Negotiate large-scale contracts, including commercial and contractual terms. 

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal stakeholders and suppliers. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French. 

• Manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and prioritize effectively. 

• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy in all deliverables. 

• Work cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Legal, and Engineering to align sourcing strategies with organizational goals. 

• Influence stakeholders, build supplier relationships, and contribute as a collaborative team member. 

• Quickly translate abstract business requirements into practical, comprehensive solutions. 

• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and cost optimization. 

• Embrace new technologies, tools, and methodologies in procurement and supply chain management. 

• Apply strong analytical, project-management, technical, contracting, and negotiation skills, with a solid understanding of the logistical, financial, and economic aspects of procurement and supply chain. 

The CSL Group Inc. (“CSL”), based in Montreal, Canada is a world-class provider of complex marine solutions with a rich history dating back to 1845. We are the world’s largest owner and operator of self-unloading vessels, the third-largest operator of cement carriers, and a leader in high-efficiency transshipment solutions and offshore logistics. Every year, we transport and handle millions of tons of cargo for industrial clients around the world. At CSL, we foster a culture rooted in safety, sustainability and innovation, offering a supportive environment where you can thrive, work with purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

We are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible workplace for everyone. We provide accommodation at every stage of the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require any assistance, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We will be happy to work with you to meet your needs.

We thank you for your interest and your application; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted