Strategic sourcing analyst 

Employer details: Venture Sourcing Group Inc. 

Job details
• Location: 5400 Tomken Road, Mississauga, ONL4W 1P2
• Work location: On site
• Salary: 85,000 annually / 40 to 44 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time, Evening, Morning, Day, occasional weekend work may be required
• Starts: as soon as possible
• Benefits: Financial benefits, Other benefits
• Vacancies: 1 vacancy

Languages: English
Education: Bachelor’s degree in any of the following – business administration, economics, logistics, operations management, finance, statistical analysis.
Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting: Private sector

Responsibilities
Tasks
• Evaluate risk, assess, prepare forecasts, scenarios and other factors concerning the supply market, and write reports and recommendations
• Provide research and input into the financial sourcing aspects of contracts and calls for tender when information is not readily available
• Identify high impact cost reduction opportunities
• Leverage the organization’s buying power to optimize costs, access new suppliers, reduce lead times, and guarantee supply
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential buyers and suppliers to the organization
• Respond to customer service inquiries and clarify requirements and provide information as needed.
• Assess requirements of an establishment and develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Determine or negotiate contract terms and conditions, award supplier contracts or recommend contract awards
• Establish logistics of delivery schedules, monitor progress and contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Lead strategic sourcing and procurement analysis by evaluating Venture’s supplier performance, pricing trends, and cost-saving opportunities, while supporting contract negotiations and long-term supply planning.
• Oversee compliance and execution of indirect tax obligations (Knowledge of U.S. state sales tax frameworks and international commodity tax environments is considered an asset)

• Monitor and manage Venture’s Streamlined Sales Tax (SST) filings across participating jurisdictions, maintaining proper documentation, coordinating with internal stakeholders, and mitigating audit or compliance risks.

Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
• MS Office
• Quick Books
• Database management
• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• Inventory control software
• Zoho CRM

Area of work experience
• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
• Forecasting or projection

Area of specialization
• Revenue – cost analysis
• Financial planning

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)
• Negotiation

Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management
• Flexibility
• Ability to multitask

Benefits
Financial benefits
• Bonus
• Commission
• Gasoline paid
• Mileage paid
Achieving gross profits of 25% results in a monthly bonus, as well we offer other related metrics that trigger additional commissions and bonuses

Other benefits
• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance

How to apply: 

Interested candidates should submit their application directly via email.
Please send your resume and a tailored covering letter to:
Attn: Tony Romano at tony@venturesg.ca
Your covering letter must clearly demonstrate how your career experience aligns with the specific job requirements. 
Important: Applications that include generic or AI-generated covering letters will not be considered. Candidates are expected to provide a personalized and authentic submission that reflects their own experience and suitability for the role.