Buyer- Permanent
What you will be doing as a Buyer:
- Sourcing and management of Logistics & Transportation
- Quote summarization and analysis.
- Commodity negotiation strategies including Terms and Conditions.
- Supplier selection/de-selection, of buy parts, outside services and supply chain solutions. Including vendor development, management, and supplier consignment, etc.
- Develop an overall vendor base
- Supplier visits/ onsite assessments and audits as required
- Analyze, review and critique contracts, agreements.
- Timely, accurate quote generation, provide pricing/ feedback to internal customers
- Quote log maintenance
- Purchase Order Approvals
- Purchase Order documents
- PO Issuance
- Maintain and Update PO File
- Any other duties and projects assigned
What you should have as a Buyer:
- Diploma from a college or technical school specializing in Purchasing, Materials Management or Business plus a minimum 3 years of related experience
- Knowledge of purchasing practices and supply chain activities, the functions of sourcing, including the transformation of natural resources, raw materials (steel), manufacturing materials & processes, components/ fasteners, tubing, plating and painting processes which relate to a finished product.
- Audit leader for IATF audits, facilitate any required external audits
- Staying relevant on current legislation, regulations and licenses
- analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents is required.
- Must have Advanced Math Skills
- Microsoft Office,
- Excel, Word, and Power Point.
- The ability to negotiate at all levels
- demonstrating professionalism when dealing with customers and suppliers is required.
- Purchasing Knowledge
- Supplier Relationship Management Skills
- Verbal and written skills
- Valid driver’s license and passport
- Ability to travel to suppliers and facilities in Canada, USA and Mexico
In Return, You Will Receive:
- Competitive salary CA$70,000.00 - CA$80,000.00 per year based on experience
- 3 weeks’ vacation
- Standard Dental, Medical, Vision benefits 80/20
- RRSP- match 2%
- Paid lunch
- Company vehicle for vendor/client visits only
The Shift You Will Be Working is:
- Monday to Friday
- 8:00am-4:00pm or 9:00am-5:00pm (flexible)
Where You Will Be Working, as a Purchaser: