Edmonton Ab Research specialist Jobs – 99 Openings This Week

Sourcing Specialist
Goodmorning com —Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- Google Suite
- Writing skills
- Finance
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
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Specialist, Engineering
Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation —Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Consultant or Senior Consultant - Agricultural Economist
AbacusBio Canada Limited —Edmonton, AB
- $80,000–$130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Salesforce
- Master's degree
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
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Business Development Specialist (AB)
SATA Canada —Alberta
- $75,000–$100,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Salesforce
- English
- Microsoft Office
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E-Commerce & Digital Experience Specialist
United Sport & Cycle —Edmonton, AB
- $65,000–$80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Software troubleshooting
- Merchandising
- Research
- Store discount
- Paid time off
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Computer System Validation Specialist (Hardware and Software)
Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation —Edmonton, AB
- Temporary
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- ERP systems
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Coordinator, Facilities Maintenance
Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation —Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Databases
- Analysis skills
- Paid time off
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AI and Analytics Specialist - Digital Marketing
LawDepot —Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Databases
- SQL
- Dental care
- Flexible schedule
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AI Data Quality Specialist - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Sherwood Park, AB
- $50.00–$140.56 an hour
- Contract
- Remote
- Doctoral degree
- Computer Science
- Writing skills
- Flexible schedule
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Sales Specialist
Influence Marketing —Edmonton, AB
- From $25 an hour
- Every Weekend
- Sales
- Customer service
- Merchandising
Employment Specialist, Canada
Stantec —Edmonton, AB
- $81,500–$118,200 a year
- Temporary
- Research
- Bachelor's
- Business
- Wellness program
- Employee stock purchase plan
Subcontracts Specialist
WorleyCord —Alberta
- Full-time
- Research
- Microsoft Office
- Mentoring
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Agronomy Manager
ECL Group of Companies —Edmonton, AB
- Data analysis skills
- Research
- Communication skills
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Contaminated Sites Scientist
Associated Engineering —Edmonton, AB
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Research
- Bachelor's
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Referral Coordinator / Specialist Navigator
Edmonton O-day'min Primary Care Network —Edmonton, AB
- $24.00–$30.53 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Medical office experience
- High school diploma or GED
Alumni & Community Engagement Specialist
Concordia University of Edmonton —Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
- CRM software
- Marketing
- Customer service
Training Specialist - Edmonton
Field Law —Edmonton, AB
- Research
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
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Specialist, Admission Evaluation (12-month Term)
MacEwan University —Edmonton, AB
- $51,872–$75,438 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Microsoft Office
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Specialist, Admission Evaluation
MacEwan University —Edmonton, AB
- $51,872–$75,438 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Microsoft Office
14h
R&D Specialist
Katch Kan —Edmonton, AB
- $75,000–$90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Research
- Microsoft Office
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Sourcing Specialist

Goodmorning com -
Edmonton, AB

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Job details

Full-time
12 days ago

Qualifications

Term negotiation
Google Suite
Google Docs
Operational risk management
Supplier management experience
Spreadsheets
Writing skills
Financial analysis
Finance
Master's degree
Change management
Analysis skills
Project management
Market research
Bachelor's
Continuous improvement
Vendor relationship management
Data analytics
Contracts
Due diligence
Strategic sourcing
Cross-functional collaboration
Business
Supply Chain Management
Communication skills
Vendor performance monitoring
Procurement strategy
Cross-functional communication

Full job description

About the Role

As a GoodMorning Sourcing Specialist, you will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and securing vendors to meet the company's procurement needs, with a primary focus on sourcing new products and a working knowledge of indirect spend categories such as services, facilities, logistics, marketing, IT, and retail-related spend. This role involves researching market trends, negotiating contracts, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring that the materials or services sourced align with the company's quality, cost, manufacturing, regulatory, marketing, and delivery requirements.

GoodMorning Sourcing Specialists work closely with colleagues in cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services, with growing ownership for supplier performance, contract outcomes, and risk mitigation, while maximizing value. Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills are essential in this role, along with an unwavering commitment to honesty, integrity, and strong moral and ethical principles in all sourcing activities.

About Us

GoodMorning.com is a Canadian pioneer in the creation and growth of award-winning direct-to-consumer brands. Over the last decade, we have delivered hundreds of thousands of beloved products to customers across North America. And we’ve created an exciting, ownership-driven culture perfectly suited to intelligent, results-driven individuals. If you’re hungry to disrupt stale consumer industries with innovative new brands and products of exceptional value that customers love, then GoodMorning.com is the place for you!

Benefits and Perks

Competitive compensation, vacation, profit share, and equity package
100% employer-paid extended benefits - health and dental
Employee Assistance Program
125% RRSP matching (10% of salary, up to a maximum of $10k/yr)
Employee product discounts
Transportation Reimbursement

In this role, you will

Collaborate with internal teams, such as Brand, Consumer Products, Finance, Operations, and Quality, to understand and meet sourcing needs.
Identify suppliers or service providers based on quality, cost, regulatory, and delivery performance.
Prepare and issue RFx documents, ensuring clarity in specifications and requirements.
Evaluate and select suppliers by conducting thorough due diligence, assessing reliability, production capabilities, and adherence to quality and ethical sourcing standards.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to optimize value and minimize risk.
Support sourcing activities across indirect spend categories (e.g., services, facilities, logistics, marketing, IT) in alignment with operational, financial, and retail business needs.
Monitor and evaluate supplier performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) and contractual obligations, and maintain strong, long-term relationships to ensure consistent supply.
Conduct regular performance reviews with suppliers to discuss achievements, challenges, and areas for improvement.
Implement corrective actions as needed to address performance issues.
Assess potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions.
Analyze the competitive landscape to make sure GoodMorning's products maintain a market advantage.
Conduct market research and stay informed on industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and new sourcing opportunities, to ensure GoodMorning continuously offers products that its customers love.
Develop, implement, and continuously improve sourcing strategies to achieve company goals and reduce costs.
Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and regulatory requirements.
Track and report on key sourcing metrics and supplier performance data to identify improvement areas.
Support sourcing and negotiation activities related to retail operations, including service providers and retail store-related contracts, as needed.

Our ideal candidate

A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field is required. A Master's degree in a relevant area is advantageous.
At least 3 years of experience in procurement or sourcing, with a specific focus on sourcing new products.
Proven track record in developing and executing sourcing tactics that have led to the introduction of high-quality, consumer products.
Working knowledge of indirect spend categories (services, facilities, logistics, marketing, IT) is an asset.
Understanding of procurement and sourcing regulations, product quality standards applicable in North America, and awareness of the global regulatory landscape affecting sourcing activities.
Experience in drafting, negotiating, and managing vendor agreements, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and performance metrics.
Strong asset: experience or solid understanding of the retail market, including retail lease structures and rental contract negotiation for physical store locations.
Unwavering commitment to honesty, integrity, and strong moral and ethical principles in all procurement activities.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills, with experience in negotiating with suppliers to secure beneficial terms and ensure product quality and compliance.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively engaging with suppliers and collaborating internally with cross-functional teams.
Strong attention to detail in reviewing contracts and procurement documentation.
Organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously.
Proficiency in procurement software platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle Procurement Cloud, Coupa) to manage sourcing cycles efficiently.
Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential negotiations and sensitive information.
Financial analysis skills, including cost modeling and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Ability to conduct comprehensive evaluations of potential suppliers, considering quality, cost, reliability, and capacity, as well as sustainability and ethical practices.
Capability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with sourcing activities, ensuring business continuity.
Experience in leading or contributing to change management initiatives within sourcing or procurement to adopt new processes, technologies, or strategies.
Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques to support strategic decision-making.
A collaborative and innovative mindset, with a focus on continuous improvement and staying abreast of industry trends and best practices in sourcing.
Ability to evaluate and negotiate service-based and indirect or retail-related contracts, balancing commercial, operational, and risk considerations.
Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and organizational needs in the procurement process.
Skilled in using Google Workspace applications (e.g., Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Slides) for collaboration, documentation, and reporting.

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