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Director - Corporate Purchasing

Main locations: 

Quebec, Quebec, CA Ville Saint-Laurent, Quebec, CA

Job Type:  Full-time
Workplace type:  Hybrid
Offer number:  4781

EXFO develops smarter test, monitoring and analytics solutions for the global communications industry. We are trusted advisers to fixed and mobile network operators, hyper-scalers and leaders in the manufacturing, development and research sector. They count on us to deliver superior visibility and insights into network performance, service reliability and user experience. Building on over 35 years of innovation, EXFO’s unique blend of equipment, software and services enable faster, more confident transformations related to 5G, cloud-native and fiber optic networks.

Since our beginnings in 1985, diversity has been one of EXFO's core values, fostering an inclusive corporate culture. We welcome people with a wide range of skills and experience into a culture that values innovative ideas, teamwork, and a customer- and market-focused approach. We seek the active contribution of everyone, with respect for the individual, the environment and the community. This is how we fulfill our purpose: to ensure the connected world meets the highest expectations, to bring together people, communities and businesses.

Summary Description

 

Reporting to the Global Operations Director, the Corporate Purchasing Director is responsible for designing and implementing effective purchasing strategies to minimize costs while considering risks and ensuring quality. He develops negotiation strategies, assesses risks, and concludes advantageous agreements for the company. He works closely with other departments such as product development, production, logistics, and finance teams to align purchasing objectives with those of the company. He leads and supports a team of buyers by providing training and mentoring to establish a culture of performance and continuous improvement.

The Corporate Purchasing Director monitors key performance indicators related to commodity costs, suppliers, and purchasing efficiency. He analyzes these measures to identify opportunities for improvement and to report on the impact of his actions.

 

 

Main Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the overall procurement strategy and purchasing policies.
  • Develop and maintain professional relationships with suppliers, with a focus on negotiating advantageous contracts.
  • Develop and communicate performance objectives related to the business processes under his responsibility.
  • Lead the team to achieve performance objectives.
  • Lead, support, and ensure the development of team members according to best practices in supplier negotiation and ensure compliance with agreements and effective collaboration with suppliers.
  • Ensure the digital transformation of processes and the supply chain through the use of emerging technologies.
  • Ensure vigilance in compliance with new supplier selection criteria and implement a constant action plan for reducing purchase prices.
  • Ensure the resilience and agility of the supply chain.
  • Provide front-line support to the purchasing teams of manufacturing and distribution plants.
  • Deploy the ESG strategy and requirements with our suppliers.
  • Stay abreast of industry and supplier developments to identify opportunities for improvement, savings, and risk reduction, anticipating market trends related to our supply network

 

Technical Skills

  • Knowledge of business and manufacturing processes as well as supply chains of high-tech companies in the field of electronics, optics, or mechanics.
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to identify cost reduction opportunities and implement effective procurement strategies.

 

Desired Profile

  • Experience and good negotiation and partnership development skills;
  • Has a strategic vision, a creative and innovative mind;
  • Demonstrates strong leadership and agility in a constantly changing environment;
  • Communication skills, tact, and a keen sense of collaboration in a multicultural context;
  • Ability to mobilize and influence team members in different regions of the world;
  • Sense of responsibility and great decision-making autonomy;
  • Always on the lookout for new technologies and best practices;
  • Good stress management, ability to work on multiple files at once;

 

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration or any other related field in supply chain management, a professional certification would be considered a plus.
  • Relevant experience: 10 years of relevant experience, including 5 years in similar management positions within a high-tech manufacturing company, ideally specializing in electronics, optics, or instrumentation.
  • Experience in an international company will be an asset
  • Experience in Asian and Mexican markets will be an asset
  • Language requirement: Bilingual (French – English)

 

The masculine form used in this text refers to both women and men.

 

EXFO is an equal opportunity employer

Diversity is an asset that has made EXFO strong since its inception because it enriches us. For more information about diversity and inclusion at EXFO, read our DEI Statement.

For positions located in Quebec, the language requirement is French. However, in the context where the incumbent evolves in an international work environment and where the activities take place mainly outside Quebec, we favor bilingualism as a linguistic requirement.

Do you have questions about this career opportunity or our hiring process? Contact us at careers@exfo.com or, if you are applying for a job located in Mexico, at mexico-careers@exfo.com.

Thank you for your interest in EXFO!

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