Strategic Procurement Specialist - #450474

Strategic Procurement Specialist

Location: Onsite, Langley, Vancouver

About Fertin Pharma

Are you ready to lead impactful projects in a dynamic and innovative environment? Fertin Pharma, part of Aspeya, is a global leader in the development and production of innovative oral and intra-oral delivery technologies, developed over 100+ years. These technologies provide extensive opportunities for diversification in both the pharma and consumer health space; in areas such as oral care, vitamins, immunity, energy and gastrointestinal remedies. Join us, and you’ll have the opportunity to achieve great things, shape the future, and share ideas with some of the best minds in the business.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Sr. Strategic Procurement Manager, the Strategic Procurement Specialist, is a results-oriented procurement professional with specialized expertise in the food and/or nutraceutical manufacturing industry, managing complex sourcing and supplier strategies across direct materials, co-packers, contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs), third-party logistics (3PL), and service providers. Proven ability to drive procurement excellence while ensuring compliance, quality, and supply continuity in highly regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Industry-Focused Strategic Sourcing: Develops and executes sourcing strategies tailored to the unique demands of food and nutraceutical production, balancing cost efficiency and value-added partnerships with stringent quality and safety standards.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Builds and manages strategic partnerships with suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure consistent supply, innovation, and regulatory compliance.
• Contract Negotiation & Lifecycle Management: Leads negotiations and oversees the full lifecycle of contracts, ensuring favorable terms and alignment with industry-specific requirements.
• Market Intelligence & Spend Analysis: Conducts detailed market and spend analyses to identify cost-saving opportunities, monitor supplier performance, and support strategic planning.
• Risk & Compliance Management: Proactively mitigates supply chain risks and ensures adherence to industry regulations and corporate standards including SOX, S211, ESG, and CSR
• Continuous Improvement: Drives procurement process improvements through lean practices and cross-functional collaboration, enhancing efficiency and responsiveness
• Vendor Onboarding: Manages efficient onboarding of new suppliers and partners, ensuring alignment with food safety, quality, and operational protocols.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Education & Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Procurement, Business Administration, Food Science, or a related field
• Professional certifications such as MCIPS, CSCL, CSCP, or CPIM are highly desirable

Experience:

• 3+ years of progressive experience in strategic procurement or supply chain roles, preferably within the food, nutraceutical, or CPG industries
• Demonstrated success in managing sourcing for direct materials, co-packers, CMOs, 3PLs, and service providers
• Experience in contract negotiation, supplier performance management, and cross-functional collaboration

Knowledge:

• Understanding of food and nutraceutical manufacturing processes, regulatory requirements, and quality standards (e.g., GMP, HACCP, FSMA)
• Expertise in strategic sourcing, contract lifecycle management, and supply market dynamics
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks including SOX, S211, ESG, and CSR
• Knowledge of risk management and business continuity planning

Skills:

• Self-starter mindset and can execute simultaneously while establishing the path
• Strong ability to assess complex procurement challenges, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective, data-driven solutions
• Skilled in spend analysis, market research, and developing sourcing strategies that align with business goals
• Excellent negotiation, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Capable of leading initiatives and managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment
• Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and data tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI)
• Experience with lean procurement practices and driving process optimization
• Efficient in onboarding suppliers while ensuring compliance with food safety and operational standards

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Shape our story. We are striving to empower healthier lifestyles and we’d love for you to be part of it. If you like what you’ve read, and you’d like to learn more, apply today.