Our team at Blackline Safety is growing! As a people-driven technology company, with a mission to make sure every worker returns home safely, we drive innovation, practice resiliency, demonstrate leadership, go the extra mile for our customers, and empower our people to be their best.
The Strategic Sourcing Specialist plays a pivotal role in optimizing procurement processes and achieving cost efficiencies by strategically managing supplier relationships and sourcing activities. This position involves the development and execution of sourcing strategies, negotiation of contracts, and continuous improvement of supplier performance. The Strategic Sourcing Specialist contributes to the overall success of the organization by identifying and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Sourcing Strategy Development:
- Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, considering factors such as cost, quality, and reliability.
Supplier Relationship Management:
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
- Collaborate with suppliers to improve performance, quality, and overall service.
Contract Negotiation and Management:
- Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and contractual agreements.
- Ensure contracts are in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
Cost Optimization:
- Analyze total cost of ownership and identify opportunities for cost savings.
- Implement strategies to optimize procurement costs without compromising quality.
Market Research:
- Stay informed about market trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies.
- Conduct market analysis to identify new suppliers and benchmark against industry standards.
Risk Management:
- Identify and assess risks associated with suppliers and sourcing activities.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
Continuous Improvement:
- Evaluate and improve sourcing processes and procedures.
- Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams:
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including procurement, logistics, and finance.
- Work closely with departments to understand their sourcing needs and provide strategic solutions.
Technology Utilization:
- Leverage procurement and sourcing tools and technologies to streamline processes.
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement and optimize technology solutions.
Reporting and Analytics:
- Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to sourcing activities.
- Prepare regular reports on sourcing performance and cost savings achievements.
Data Skills/Qualifications/Education:
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field.
- Proven experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with procurement software and technology tools.
- Knowledge of supplier evaluation and risk assessment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
About Blackline Safety
Blackline Safety is a world leader in the development and manufacturing of wirelessly connected safety products. We offer the broadest and most complete portfolio available in the industry. Our products are designed to save lives and we monitor personnel working alone in populated areas, complex indoor facilities, and the remote reaches of our planet. Blackline’s products are used to keep people safe in the event of falls, missed check-ins, man-downs, and exposure to explosive or toxic gas. Our design, development, sales, marketing, support, and production are all performed in-house at our headquarters in Calgary, AB. Blackline Safety is a publicly-traded company (TSX: BLN). To learn more about our company visit
Blackline Safety is powered by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants, regardless of age, religion, race, color, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin, race, or sexual orientation. We enthusiastically encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions.
Disclaimer:
Please be advised that Blackline Safety does not request payment or personal financial information at any stage of the recruitment process. Be cautious of any unsolicited job offers or communications that appear suspicious.
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What We Do
Connect. Monitor. Respond. It’s a simple and seamless sequence of events and also our mission: one that makes sure every worker gets their job done and returns home safely every day.
Blackline pairs wearable safety technology and personal and area gas monitoring with cloud-connected software, and data analytics to help companies meet demanding safety challenges and increase productivity with coverage in more than 100 countries.
Our technology provides a lifeline to tens of thousands of people, having reported over 160 billion data-points, and initiated over five million emergency responses. Armed with cellular and satellite connectivity, we ensure help is never too far away.
The Blackline Difference:
To guarantee no call for help ever goes unanswered, our direct-to-cloud technology detects every event—like a fall, gas leak, hazardous weather situation, no-motion incident or missed check-ins–and connects workers to live monitoring teams for real-time response, by real people. It’s what makes us different and it’s what gives workers peace of mind that their safety is accounted for in any circumstance.
