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IKEA

Location:
Canada, Burlington

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

79488.00 - 109296.00 CAD / Year

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Job Description:

Together we source the world for suppliers for everything from raw materials for products to ink for the printer. Our mission is to maximise what suppliers can provide at the lowest possible prices while assuring safe and sustainable sourcing at all times. Most importantly: we build mutually beneficial partnerships for the long term.

Job Responsibility:

Contributing to the implementation of the Strategic Sourcing agenda in the markets and/or categories
Executing sourcing projects according to the Source-to-Pay process and SAP Ariba
Delivering business priorities by collaboration with colleagues across departments as one cross-functional team
Ensuring a strategic and professional approach to sourcing
Using excellent negotiation skills to optimize and drive out costs
Securing compliance through IWAY and the Code of Conduct
Continuously monitoring the supplier market and providing input to business owners on sourcing options
Implementing and communicating procurement strategies/ category plans /strategic directions within the markets and/or categories
Ensuring added value and relevant solutions to meet customers' needs

Requirements:

Strong drive and commitment to deliver better products and services
Genuine interest in innovation and sourcing option development
3-5 years of experience from a multinational company working in cross functional teams
Experience in SAP procurement tools such as ARIBA/S4Hana
Strong knowledge in sourcing and procurement practices and related processes
Strong negotiation skills
Financial knowledge
Legal knowledge
Supplier management and supplier development knowledge
Good knowledge of project management methods & processes
Knowledge of cost drivers, the value chain, and industry and market-specific conditions for Category
Ability to zoom into details when needed but always having the bigger picture in mind
Good knowledge of IKEA business model, the strategic landscape and IKEA ways of working
Ability to lead by example and share the IKEA values

What we offer:

Wellness days
Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
RRSP with IKEA contribution matching options
Eligibility for annual IKEA bonus incentive plan
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Merchandise and restaurant discounts
Parental leave
Bereavement leave
Employee assistance program

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
November 26, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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