Buyer – Procurement
Supply Chain and Procurement
Permanent Position – Hybrid work model – 4 days/week in the office
We were born from an eclectic troupe. Come experience being yourself every day while helping create the extraordinary.
OUR MISSION
Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has relied on ever-greater creativity and wonder to continuously push the boundaries of imagination and amaze audiences around the world. Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to elevate our future productions across the globe.
Today, we have a place for individuals who are passionate about creating exceptional products, ensuring smooth operations, and using their ingenuity to support their teams, while enhancing their expertise and developing unique practices at Cirque du Soleil.
So, don’t wait any longer – join the Cirque adventure! You’ll work alongside ambitious and passionate professionals from the entertainment industry.
YOUR MISSION-
Review, plan, and process purchase requisitions.
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Manage purchasing activities within your assigned product categories through our SAP MRP system, with a continuous focus on cost optimization and quality control.
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Issue purchase orders and perform follow-ups to ensure material availability according to end-user requirements.
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Inform internal clients of challenges and propose optimal solutions related to sourcing, costs, lead times, and product discontinuations.
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Support internal teams through your procurement expertise.
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Conduct market analyses, identify new suppliers, and advise production and follow-up teams on textile materials.
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Support internal clients in managing supplier relationships.
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Prepare and manage requests for quotations (RFQs).
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Maintain and update SAP and MRP information, including material and supplier master data (Info Records) and lead times, to support long-term supply planning.
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Serve as the liaison between Procurement and Creative teams for productions and special events.
YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE-
Postsecondary education in a technical or business-related field.
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Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role within the textile or fashion industry.
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Strong understanding of purchasing planning tools and inventory management systems.
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Demonstrated commitment to delivering excellent internal customer service.
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Ability to act as a true business partner, demonstrating positive leadership and strong teamwork skills.
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Monitor and improve supplier performance, costs, and delivery, while building and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
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Proven ability to negotiate independently with suppliers with minimal supervision.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
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Strong organizational and planning skills.
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Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of taking ownership of assigned projects.
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Valid driver’s license.
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Excellent communication skills in both French and English.
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Interest in business analysis within a procurement environment.
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Ability to commute to our Montréal Head Office four times per week.
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Good knowledge of the Office suite (Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint)
TO EXPERIENCE THE RHYTHM OF CREATION, PRODUCTION, AND DELIVERY, OUR EMPLOYER VALUE PROPOSITION IS UNIQUEHERE'S A GLIMPSE-
A hybrid work model (4 days in-office and 1 day remote) that promotes team collaboration and scheduling flexibility.
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Access to a private workspace when working from our Montréal Studio, in an inspiring environment where you can fully express your creativity.
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A culture focused on equitable practices and engaging team-building activities.
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Professional growth opportunities through high-quality, large-scale projects designed to accelerate your career.
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A comprehensive benefits package, including group insurance, retirement savings plans, and other perks we would be happy to discuss with you.
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Personalized support aligned with your professional aspirations, including training programs, regular check-ins, and cross-functional collaboration opportunities.
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. As a proud advocate of equal employment opportunities, Cirque du Soleil is dedicated to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Inclusive and gender-neutral language is now used in all new job postings.
