Are you a motivated and dynamic person? Are you passionate about the automotive industry? Would you like to work for a company that recognizes efforts and supports its employees on a daily basis? You could be an asset to our Premium Team!

The Procurement Agent is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure optimal cost, quality, and delivery performance. This role plays a key part in supporting global procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost efficiencies while mitigating supply risks. The Procurement Agent collaborates cross-functionally with engineering, logistics, sales, and manufacturing to support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify potential suppliers across one or more international markets; conduct preliminary market research and benchmarking.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities over the short, medium, and long term, including capacity, financial stability, and performance.
• Assess supply risks and develop mitigation strategies in collaboration with the Director of Global Procurement.
• Support the development of initial contract drafts and sourcing strategies.
• Analyze supplier quotations and proposals, ensuring a fair comparison based on total cost of ownership (TCO).
• Lead negotiations with suppliers on pricing, volume, terms, and overall supply conditions.
• Establish, implement, and manage supplier agreements and contracts.
• Support cost modeling activities aligned with engineering requirements, logistics considerations, customs, and sales forecasts.
• Coordinate initial purchase orders and product launches with manufacturing plants to ensure smooth onboarding.
• Act as a key advisor to internal stakeholders throughout the procurement process, helping define scope and requirements.
• Develop and recommend packaging solutions to optimize transportation and logistics costs.
• Prepare, issue, and manage Requests for Proposals (RFPs), ensuring clear and comprehensive requirements.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor performance to ensure continuous improvement.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–5+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles (manufacturing environment preferred).
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills with experience in cost modeling and commercial analysis.
• Experience working with international suppliers and global sourcing strategies.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SAP) is an asset.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Competencies

• Strategic sourcing & supplier evaluation
• Negotiation & contract management
• Risk assessment & mitigation
• Analytical thinking & cost optimization
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Problem-solving and continuous improvement

Are you tempted? Don't hesitate to apply today! We look forward to meeting you!

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WHO ARE WE?

Spectra Premium Mobility Solutions (www.spectrapremium.com) designs, manufactures and markets technologies supporting sustainable mobility. Our key markets are aftermarket repair parts in North America, and OEM systems for conventional light, heavy and industrial vehicles as well as hybrid and electric vehicles. We deploy our engineering and manufacturing expertise in key processes such as metal transformation, heat transfer and electronics. Our 500 dedicated employees are the cornerstone of our innovation, manufacturing, and exceptional customer service.