Supply Chain Manager - Procurement

Job Description

Job Description

As our Supply Chain Manager, you will collaborate across departments, vendors, and manufacturing facilities to lead procurement and supply chain initiatives critical to our business. You will apply your analytical skills to drive measurable impact, influence change without direct authority, and champion continuous improvement. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

What you will do :

Lead sourcing strategies for key categories including MRO and production materials, driving supplier selection, contract negotiation, and risk management.

• Deliver measurable cost savings and value improvements through strategic sourcing and supplier performance management.
• Track and report on procurement KPIs including cost reduction, supplier performance, and compliance metrics.
• Lead cross-functional sourcing initiatives, influencing stakeholders in operations, finance, capital planning and reliability to align on procurement strategies.
• Champion change management initiatives across diverse teams without direct authority, ensuring alignment and adoption of procurement best practices.
• Advocate for and model procurement best practices, training peer staff on updated procedures.
• Maintain and improve vendor performance metrics, providing recommendations for process adjustments based on findings.
• Develop and maintain KPIs for procurement activities and vendor performance, contributing insights through regular reporting.
• Build and sustain professional relationships with key suppliers, ensuring clear communication and alignment with organizational goals.
• Participate in supplier evaluation and improvement initiatives, providing input and helping negotiate solutions to performance issues.
• Analyze organizational and category-level spend data to identify cost reduction and value creation opportunities.
• Assist in contract drafting, negotiations, and monitoring compliance for assigned vendors or spending areas.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills and education you should have :

Supply Chain Management Professional designation or ability to obtain one preferred.

What will make you stand out :

Our highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits include :

Invitation to Apply :

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser : www.westfraser.com

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please .

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, and a drug screen test.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world’s largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company. We offer a competitive benefits package including, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401-k savings plans with company match, and vacation.

West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / V / D & Drug-Free Workplace