Sourcing

Sourcing Specialist

Sandvik Mining is seeking a

Sourcing Specialist

Location: Lively, Ontario

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.

Currently, we have an opening for a Sourcing Specialist. In this role, your primary responsibility is to ensure consistent parts availability and timely delivery by identifying and implementing alternative sourcing strategies. The role also focuses on resolving supply chain challenges, addressing root cause issues, and driving process improvements to support seamless operations and exceptional customer satisfaction.

If you excel at turning supply chain challenges into proactive solutions and thrive in fast-paced, customer-focused environments, we want to hear from you!

What you will be doing

Lead the process of sourcing parts with critical supply and long lead times.
Collaborate with suppliers and local vendors to find immediate local solutions or alternatives, including workshops, new machines, and refurbished parts.
Develop and maintain effective sourcing networks, including global and local warehouses, authorized local suppliers, and parts alternatives (assemblies).
Provide access to technical information during machine emergencies to facilitate quick resolutions.
Work closely with Customer Service Support Representatives to ensure clear and consistent communication with customers.
Monitor the reasons behind parts shortages and develop strategies with various departments to mitigate these issues.
Actively lead in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
Other duties as assigned.

What you will bring along

5–7 years of relevant industry experience.
Solid understanding of mechanical systems and principles.
Proficient in tools like SAP, Power BI, and Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
Demonstrated ability to actively listen, understand customer needs, and respond thoughtfully.
Proven critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities in complex scenarios.
Experienced in identifying root causes and leading resolution efforts.
Professional, positive demeanor with a customer-focused mindset.
Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure, especially in emergency response situations.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently under general supervision.

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

The opportunity to make an impact on our business performance.
The opportunity to be part of an ambitious team, in an industry leading business.
The opportunity to reach your full potential.
Ongoing development and training.
An excellent 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 Sourcing Specialist, requisition # R0079998; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. 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 commonHR.canada@sandvik.com for more information.

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