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The CSL Group

Global marine dry-bulk cargo handling provider

Senior Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Procurement & SourcingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMontreal, QC, CanadaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, logistics, finance, engineering, or a related field.
  • Five to ten years of relevant procurement experience.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; strong Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis are required.
  • Ability to perform data mining, spend analysis, and cost modeling to identify savings opportunities and strategic trends.
  • Knowledge of market research, benchmarking, and supplier risk assessment techniques.
  • Ability to analyze complex data, market trends, and supplier performance to develop actionable sourcing strategies.
  • Ability to make data-informed decisions and solve complex problems.
  • Ability to evaluate the suitability of technology solutions in tender processes when required.
  • Ability to negotiate significant contracts, including commercial and contractual terms.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in French and English.
  • Ability to manage multiple sourcing projects, meet deadlines, and prioritize effectively.
  • Strong rigor and attention to detail across deliverables.
  • Ability to collaborate with Finance, Operations, Legal, and Engineering teams to align sourcing strategies with organizational objectives.
  • Ability to influence stakeholders, develop strong supplier relationships, and contribute to teamwork.
  • Ability to translate abstract business needs into practical, comprehensive solutions.
  • Ability to identify process improvement and cost optimization opportunities proactively.
  • Ability to adopt new technologies, tools, and methodologies in procurement and supply chain management.
  • Strong analytical, project management, technical, contractual, and negotiation skills, with a good understanding of the logistical, financial, and economic dimensions of procurement and supply chain management.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement global sourcing strategies with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of assigned sourcing categories, including cost structures, supplier markets, and regional and global market dynamics.
  • Lead sourcing activities, including market research, requests for proposals (RFPs), requests for quotations (RFQs), and other competitive processes.
  • Develop in-depth knowledge of CSL assets and equipment; analyze lifecycle and wear trends for parts and systems to recommend sourcing strategies that reduce asset downtime following shipyard work.
  • Support managers and directors in supplier evaluations by developing evaluation scorecards aligned with stakeholder needs and analyzing results to support decisions.
  • Develop total-cost models, savings projections, and analytical reports; analyze large data sets to identify correlations and trends supporting sourcing and negotiation strategies.
  • Prepare and present clear, impactful analyses to align key stakeholders on sourcing strategies and approaches.
  • Lead supplier negotiations to secure the best prices, terms, and conditions for the organization.
  • Help develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to track strategy implementation, compliance, and results.
  • Evaluate and implement supplier performance measures and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risk-management indicators.
  • Design and implement tools and processes to improve business intelligence, automate routine activities, and support total cost of ownership decisions.
  • Manage and strengthen supplier relationships and contract administration, including renewals, claims resolution, and issue tracking.
  • Provide backup support to the Fuel Desk as needed.
  • Perform other Source-to-Pay (S2P) cycle duties to support operational excellence and efficient procurement activities.

Desired Qualifications

  • A relevant professional certification such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), CIPS, or CSCP.
  • Experience in the maritime sector, including at-sea experience, ship management, or project management.
  • Practical knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as Oracle or SAP.
  • Advanced knowledge of data-mining and business-intelligence tools such as Cognos, Tableau, SAS, Access, or Power BI.

About the Company

The CSL Group

Global marine dry-bulk cargo handling provider

CSL Group is a global provider of marine dry bulk cargo handling and delivery services. It operates a diverse fleet of specialized vessels, including self-unloading ships, offshore transhippers, and Handysize bulk carriers, to move more than 78 million tonnes of industrial cargo each year. Its operations span multiple regions through divisions such as Canada Steamship Lines, CSL Americas, CSL Australia, CSL Asia, CSL Europe, and CSL Transhipment. The ships unload cargo at port or transfer cargo between ships to reach customers, enabling efficient delivery of bulk goods. The company differentiates itself through its wide geographic footprint, a varied fleet tailored for different routes and cargoes, and a long history dating back to 1845, supported by about 1,500 employees worldwide. CSL’s goal is to be a leading global provider of dry bulk handling and delivery services, delivering reliable and specialized maritime logistics to industrial customers.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Québec City, Canada
Founded
1845

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