Strategic Sourcing Specialist

More Than Just Feed Inc • Strathmore, AB

21d • Onsite

About The Position

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for serving as the liaison between internal customers (operations support), vendors, and internal teams to manage procurement contracting and purchasing execution for packaged product orders and the sourcing of new ingredients. Using relevant data, they anticipate customer needs, proactively optimize sourcing and supply efficiencies, and leverage our manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics systems to drive customer satisfaction. The position works closely with Retail on seasonal promotions, supplier coordination, and related sourcing and purchasing projects.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in an agriculture-related, feed manufacturing or supply chain role preferred
• General understanding of the agriculture and livestock production industries preferred
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel) and experience with accounting software are beneficial
• Supply chain management diploma or equivalent experience
• Strong enthusiasm for continuous learning and a willingness to embrace new challenges
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and consultants, prioritizing customer satisfaction
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with experience engaging with diverse personality types
• Detail-oriented, resourceful, and equipped with strong analytical and decision-making abilities
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks based on importance and urgency
• Self-motivated with the capability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to challenge the status quo and suggest process improvements proactively
• General understanding of manufacturing and accounting systems, including inventory, transfers, purchase and sales orders, and invoicing
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and strong ethical standards in all decisions and actions

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional internal customer service
• Anticipate internal customer needs and enhance efficiencies
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders
• Manage inventory, including early orders and weekly warehouse tasks
• Ensure accurate order and transfer scheduling
• Manage procurement contracting and purchasing of packaged product inventory across multiple locations, collaborating closely with regional teams and executing ERP transactions for customer orders and purchased goods
• Plan and oversee packaged goods routing to maximize operational efficiency
• Act as the primary point of contact for packaged product procurement (anything for mill usage and/or retail sales), ensuring timely and accurate coordination
• Order all retail products requiring internal logistics and storage
• Utilize systems, tools, and data to forecast order patterns and fulfill them efficiently
• Communicate proactively with the Operations team to provide updates on delivery timelines
• Foster open communication between teams to ensure optimization of processes and information flow
• Work seamlessly within the existing Procurement team environment
• Continuously evaluate and optimize packaged product inventory
• Address inventory and logistical challenges promptly
• Manage Palm Fat products (flaked bags, Dairynat, and Cal Salts), including forecasting, inventory management, ordering, logistics coordination, supplier communication, and distribution across locations to support mill usage and retail demand
• Collaborate closely with the Retail Technical Sales Specialist to support promotional activities
• Analyze, plan, and coordinate early orders in coordination with the Retail team to ensure timely distribution
• Determine order quantities based on minimum/maximum thresholds, inventory levels, seasonal demand, and anticipated requirements
• Ensure timely and accurate inventory valuation and optimization
• Resolve variances and approve vendor invoices in a timely manner
• Support regulatory compliance, quality initiatives, and supplier and ingredient approval processes
• Work closely with Operations to schedule deliveries via vendors or align with internal truck schedules
• Attend and actively contribute to L10 meetings and stakeholder discussions
• Proactively adapt to changing product demand and usage patterns
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree