Procurement/Sourcing Specialist_Contract_Canada in Montreal, Quebec at EFESO Management Consultants Inc

About Us

EFESO Management Consultants is a global leader in operations strategy and performance improvement. We work closely with clients across a broad range of industries to deliver measurable results tailored to their unique needs. Our end-to-end services integrate industrial AI, digital solutions, sustainability, people development, transactions and turnaround, R&D and product profitability, cost and value engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and supply chain transformation.

We drive transformation through 1,500 projects annually in over 75 countries. Powered by deep industry expertise and a commitment to lasting impact, EFESO partners with global enterprises, middle-market companies, and private equity firms to build resilient, high-performing organizations.

EFESO Americas operates across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil, combining global expertise with local execution to help clients achieve sustainable operational and financial results.

EFESO. Real Results, Together.

The Role

The Procurement Specialist role requires working collaboratively with clients and consulting teams to design, execute and lead operational and performance improvement projects of varying size and complexity across multiple industries. This role will utilize improvement principles, processes and tools to drive financial and operational results for our clients in addition to long-term operational improvement.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data, evaluate results, and develop recommendations and road maps for assigned workstream / area
• Work with clients to design and implement targeted change strategies
• Strong Operational Excellence experience
• Experience coaching and deploying Lean Transformation

Education
Bachelor’s degree required in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management, or related fields; MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field is highly preferred and relevant professional certifications (e.g., P.E., Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt).
Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Manufacturing, Engineering or Operations Environment or Consulting Experience.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement Tools, such as Kaisen, Lean, and Six Sigma methodologies
• Diagnose client procurement processes and implement performance-improvement solutions
• Lead strategic sourcing and procurement optimization initiatives for client engagements
• Partner with cross-functional client teams to deliver sustainable operational and financial impact

Technical Competencies

• Ability to effectively design, gain alignment and successfully execute significant change initiatives from start to finish.
• Excellent project management, analytical and consulting skills needed.
• A track record of driving throughput, up-time and overall plant improvement programs is required.
• Consulting & Communication Skills: Master consulting tools (MS Office), gain expertise in additional IT applications, communicate clearly using horizontal/vertical logic, excel in meeting participation and presentations, and maintain a professional presence

Professional Competencies

• Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively, escalate issues appropriately, and keep information confidential is critical
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.
• Maintain a professional presence with fluent proficiency; excel in meeting participation and presentations.

Work Environment:

· Type of role: Full-Time - Weekly travel to client site

· Travel: 80-100%, on-site client location(s)

· Client environments: may require standing and/or walking for long periods

· Location: Job opportunities open all Canadian locations, Preferred Montreal or Ontario

· Relocation: Not offered at this time

· Background check and Drug testing requirements per client

· Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. EFESO does not provide current or future employment-based visa sponsorship for this role.

Compensation:

The wage range for this role considers a wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At EFESO, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary range for this position is up to $1,100.00 US dollars/day

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

EFESO Management Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital or family status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Other Employment Statements:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. EFESO does not provide current or future employment-based visa sponsorship for this role.

EFESO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs/practices, consistent with applicable law.