Are you looking to be a part of driving competitive advantage for a company? If yes, we are looking for a sourcing and contract specialist to join our sourcing and procurement team.
As a sourcing and contract specialist, the successful candidate will play a critical role to identify business opportunities, risks, and trends, and stay updated on marketplace changes. This role will build relationships with multiple internal and external partners to optimize costs, get the best value and ensure all signed agreements protect Best Buy’s interests.
We practice a remote first working model, leveraging in person interactions at our head office, in beautiful Vancouver, BC, for strategic, collaborative and social purposes.
Make a difference on our sourcing and procurement team as a sourcing and contract specialist.
What you’ll do:
Conduct internal analytics and external research to identify market and business opportunities.
Investigate the market to source, select and recommend purchasing options and suppliers.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies via RFPs or sole negotiation according to industry standards and company policies.
Negotiate contracts, ensuring all contracts meet internal requirements from compliance areas while optimizing costs and ensuring risk mitigation.
Facilitate appropriate supplier agreements and provide internal contract guidance and expertise as needed.
Build partnerships with our business stakeholders and collaborate to generate value.
What we’re looking for:
3-5 years of buying or finance experience within a large organization.
Strong ability to communicate with different levels of stakeholder in the organization.
Experience with contract management and configuration.
Holistic negotiation experience, including price and terms and conditions.
Why you’ll love it here:
Remote-first work environment.
Employee discounts on awesome tech from day one.
Flexible health benefits and wellness program.
TFSA and RRSP programs.
100% matched company pension plan.
Training programs to build new and transferable skills.
About Best Buy
As Canada’s destination for the coolest tech, Best Buy offers one of the best work environments in the country! Annually recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, our culture is one of inclusivity and belonging and provides employees an environment where they can bring their whole selves to work.
We believe in a fair and inclusive hiring process. We encourage you to apply if you may not meet all the requirements.
Join our amazing team!
We are looking for people just like you.
Base pay range
Annual salary: $79,000.00 – $84,000.00
Suite 102 – 425 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1L3
All Applications welcome, Should you be a Veteran looking for work please self identify if you wish