Technical Sourcing Manager Defence Manufacturing

Shape technical sourcing decisions for QinetiQ in Medicine Hat, Alberta, as a full-time permanent Senior Purchaser working on-site. Balance quality, delivery, cost, and risk.The Senior Purchaser supports production through complex procurement and supplier-management activities. This position interprets technical requirements, evaluates supplier proposals, negotiates commercial terms, and develops evidence-based sourcing recommendations. Cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Operations is central to the work.Key Responsibilities:
Define technical, quality, delivery, and commercial sourcing requirementsIdentify suppliers and coordinate technical, quality, and commercial evaluationsNegotiate pricing, lead times, schedules, and commercial termsInterpret BOMs, SOWs, specifications, drawings, and quality requirementsDevelop supply-risk mitigation actions and supplier recommendationsRequirements:
Seven-plus years of progressive procurement, purchasing, or supply-chain experienceExperience sourcing technical, engineered, or custom-manufactured products and servicesStrong commercial negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skillsAbility to assess alternatives and recommend practical risk mitigationsStrong cross-functional communication, collaboration, and influencing skillsUse technical sourcing judgment, supplier evaluation, and risk management expertise to support QinetiQ production and operational requirements.
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