Procurement Associate

Job title: Procurement Associate

Company: Randstad


Job description: Do you has strong customer-facing experience? Are you looking to build on your professional experience in the corporate environment? If so, you can join our client in Toronto as a Procurement AssociateThis is a great opportunity to develop your career in corporate environment while you get to interact with a variety of individuals.Location: Winnipeg, MBAdvantages
– Monday to Friday
– 8:00am to 4:30pm
– 3month assignment with possibility of extension
– Payrate: $30/hResponsibilities
Execute effective procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals.
Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiating contracts, and securing favorable terms.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and innovation.
Address and resolve issues with suppliers, fostering a collaborative and mutually beneficial partnership.
Implement cost-saving initiatives and monitor overall procurement expenses.
Continuously assess market trends, conduct benchmarking, and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including department heads and project managers, to understand their procurement needs.
Ensure effective communication and alignment of procurement strategies with organizational objectives.
Ensure procurement activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks, implementing appropriate controls.
Regularly analyze data and provide reports to management on procurement performance.Qualifications
Supply Chain experience, or a related field.
Proven experience as a Procurement associate
Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
In-depth knowledge of procurement strategies, sourcing, and contract execution
Familiarity with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.Summary
If you’re interested in the Procurement Associate position, please apply now at www.randstad.ca!Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada’s workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

Expected salary: $30 per hour

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Job date: Wed, 11 Jun 2025 22:06:48 GMT

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