Sandvik Mining, is seeking a

Procurement Manager

Location: Saskatoon SK, Sturgeon Falls ON, Sudbury ON

At Sandvik, we offer you a world of opportunities. Our diverse businesses and global network enable you to explore your potential and thrive. We recognize your performance and offer various ways to fuel your growth towards exceptional achievements.

We currently have an opening for a Procurement Manager. This role is responsible for leading the strategic sourcing and procurement activities supplier management inventory optimization, and supply chain initiatives for the Ground Support business across Canada. The Procurement Manager develops and executes purchasing strategies that improve supplier performance, reduce cost, mitigate supply chain risks, and support operational excellence across all Ground Support facilities.

While searching for the best opportunity for yourself today, we are already thinking ahead to your future tomorrow. So now we challenge you to take it one step further and apply!

What you will be doing:

• Developing and managing the full regional sourcing strategy in collaboration with Ground Support global operations and supply chain.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and service providers.
• Develop supplier scorecards and performance metrics focused on quality, delivery, cost, innovation, and responsiveness.
• Ensure compliance with procurement governance, trade regulations, import/export requirements, and supplier onboarding standards.
• Develop category management strategies for key spend categories and establish long-term sourcing plans aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee and collaborate with PU’s regarding warehousing, transportation, distribution, and trade compliance.
• Ensure reliable, cost-efficient logistics aligned with SLAs and OTIF targets.
• Drive inventory control, safety stock, replenishment strategies, and improve planning accuracy and lead times.
• Partner with Operations, Production Planning, Engineering, and Logistics teams to maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Establish procurement and supply chain performance dashboards to monitor spend, supplier performance, inventory health, realized savings, and operational risks.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using data analytics to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service performance
• Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Manufacturing teams to support new product introductions, engineering changes, supplier qualification, and material readiness.
• Collaborate with global procurement and supply chain teams to leverage best practices, supplier agreements, and sourcing opportunities.
• Travel within Canada and occasionally internationally as required to support supplier reviews, audits, operational initiatives, strategic projects, and business continuity activities.

What you will bring along:

Work Experience:

• 3-5 years of leadership experience in supply chain, procurement, and logistics within a multinational environment.
• Proven experience in supply chain management, procurement, and logistics at a regional or global level.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Expertise in ERP systems and data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of trade compliance, localization strategies, and risk management

Skills:

• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify process gaps and implement improvements.
• Analytical & Strategic Thinking – Cost optimization, process improvement, and decision-making
• Logistics & Distribution – Warehousing, transportation, and trade compliance.
• Inventory & Planning – Demand forecasting, safety stock, and lead time reduction.
• Risk & Compliance – Business continuity and regulatory adherence
• Project Management: Ability to lead and support projects from planning to execution.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work effectively with stakeholders across regions.
• Presentation Skills: Ability to create clear, compelling presentations and confidently present data, insights, and project outcomes to senior stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in data handling and reporting.

Education and/or Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with emphasis in business administration, economics, and/or engineering. 
• Professional designation (SCMP, CPSM, CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent) considered an asset.
• Bilingual (English/French) is considered an asset.

Environmental Health and Safety

• Adhere to Sandvik's Environmental, Health & Safety policies.
• Attend related training sessions and follow applicable safety procedures, including use of all mandatory PPE when visiting Sandvik or customer facilities.

In return for your passion and drive we will offer you…

• The opportunity to be part of an ambitious team within an industry‑leading business.
• The support to reach your full potential.
• Ongoing development and training.
• A comprehensive compensation package including a pension plan with matching, competitive health, dental, life, and disability benefits.

Our Culture

Our core values are the soul of the company. They guide us in our actions and daily business decisions. We are a company with an open-minded culture that encourages employees to share ideas and work innovatively. We embrace diversity and inclusion and inspire everyone to bring their authentic selves to work everyday!

We take pride in our agile customer-focused decision making. We empower our employees, providing strong performance management and opportunities to grow your career.

Do you want to learn more?

To learn more about Sandvik, our people and products please visit our website: https://www.home.sandvik/en/about-us/

How to Apply

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply at www.sandvik.com/careers to the Procurement Manager  requisition # R0096602. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace and encourage applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations or gender identities/expressions.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants with accessibility needs; therefore, requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact [email protected] for more information.