Procurement - Sourcing Specialist - Indirect

Cosmetica is recognized for innovation, excellence, and commercialization with award-winning products. From concept to creation, we offer an unparalleled array of services that will inspire, create and deliver every step of the way. We value and recognize talent and want you to help us create beauty in the world! At Cosmetica Laboratories, we are committed to growing our internal employees and developing them to become the best version of themselves.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager, the Indirect Sourcing Specialist supports the procurement of goods and services required to operate the business. The role is responsible for category sourcing, supplier management, contract support, cost savings, service improvement, and supply risk mitigation.

You will partner with internal stakeholders to develop and execute sourcing solutions across indirect spend categories, including:

Operations and Facilities (MRO, equipment, maintenance, utilities, waste management, and site services)

Corporate and Supply Chain Services (IT, professional services, temporary labour, logistics, office supplies, and other indirect requirements)

Key Accountabilities:

Lead sourcing initiatives by defining requirements, assessing the market, evaluating options, and recommending solutions

Develop and execute category strategies using spend data, market intelligence, supplier capabilities, and business needs

Manage competitive RFX processes, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract renewals with Legal and key stakeholders

Identify and deliver cost savings, cost avoidance, service improvements, and process efficiencies

Manage supplier performance, relationships, risk, and corrective action plans

Analyze spend, pricing, total cost of ownership, and business cases to support data-driven decisions

Support supplier onboarding, qualification, documentation, and procurement system requirements

Maintain sourcing records, agreements, supplier information, and contingency plans

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align priorities, timelines, specifications, and implementation plans

Skills, Experience and Education Required:

3-5 years of procurement or sourcing experience; manufacturing, CPG, retail, or distribution experience is preferred

Experience sourcing indirect goods and services and managing competitive RFX processes

Strong negotiation, analytical, project management, and commercial skills

Working knowledge of contracts, supplier performance management, and procure-to-pay processes

Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP or cloud-based procurement tools

Strong communication, problem-solving, organization, and stakeholder management skills

Nice to Have(s):

Experience in Beauty, Personal Care, Pharmaceutical, Food, or a regulated manufacturing environment is an asset

Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field; SCMP, CPSM, APICS, Lean Six Sigma, or similar certification is an asset

Total Rewards:

The expected base salary range for this role is $60,000 – $88,000 CAD.

In addition to base compensation Cosmetica offers a competitive total rewards package which may include bonus eligibility, equity, benefits, retirement plans, paid time away from work, etc.

Final compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, skills, market conditions, and internal equity.

Additional Information

Cosmetica Laboratories Inc. utilizes AI-assisted tools as part of its recruitment and hiring process. These tools are used to enhance equity, efficiency and consistency. All hiring decisions are made by qualified personnel in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.

Interested candidates are welcome to submit their resume and cover letter directly to this posting by July 31, 2026. We thank all candidates for their interest however, only candidates selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.