Supply Chain Agent (Aftermarket Vendor Strategy)

Bombardier•Dorval, QC

163d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together. Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise. Bombardier’s Benefits Program With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following: Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more) Competitive base salary Retirement savings plan Employee Assistance Program Tele Health Program

Requirements

You have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, in law, in supply chain or equivalent.
You have at least five (5) years of contract negotiations experience; 8+ years preferred.
You have excellent negotiation skills and experience in project management.
You are detail oriented, focused and committed to meeting deadlines.
You are a strong team player, recognized for your leadership and innovation, and ability to mobilize a team.
You have a high proficiency and are a good communicator in French and English (written and spoken)
You have strong capabilities in operations and financial management.
You are comfortable with complex technical topics and have knowledge of legal terminology or interpretation of contracts.
You can work with MS Project, Word, Excel, Power Point and MS Outlook.
Occasional business travel may be required, depending on business needs.
Must be able to work on site at least two days per week, sometimes more, as per the applicable policy.
must have contract negotiation and contract drafting experience.

Nice To Haves

You have experience in the aerospace industry and/or manufacturing environment and/or program management, in a commercial role, an asset.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain relationships with strategic suppliers located worldwide from a commercial and contractual standpoint.
Develop new sources of supply and establish strategic alliances.
Develop negotiation business strategies.
Lead and participate in the development of the commodity by managing projects that would include the preparation of business cases.
Lead, develop and execute the commodity strategy and provide to senior management project and negotiation statuses.
Identify, analyze and realize cost reduction opportunities.
Create and maintain formal networks internally and externally.
Act as single interface with suppliers of new business.
Support Sites and/or Business Units with appropriate sourcing strategies.
Coordinate and lead negotiations of any claims with suppliers in support of business unit production issues.
Support Business Units in the application of contractual remedies against material breaches.
Lead contract negotiations with suppliers.
Ensure contracts are maintained in accordance with our business requirements.
Support other supply chain agents in their contract negotiations, the commercial agreements and product changes negotiations, as well as the contracts amendments.
Participate in the governance of cost reduction initiatives and ensure projects come to fruition.