Buyer

Full-Time | Head Office, Concord | 1 Position(s) Available

Duties and Responsibilities

Evaluate products, negotiate contracts and buy supplies in accordance to inventory requirements
Prepare purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; substitute items as needed based on approval
Purchase material for inventory and non-stock items for department and customer orders·Assess the quality, reliability and pricing of suppliers, according to protocols
Receive, enter and review purchase orders from customers; verifying items received versus ordered and resolve any shipment errors with suppliers
Communicate with customers through different communication channels (fax, EDI, email, etc.)
Maintain relationships with vendors to ensure the supplier stays within the terms of the contract
Resolve errors and discrepancies on purchase orders, as required
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years experience of sheet metal purchasing
Diploma/Degree from accredited educational institution and/or Post-Secondary courses in Purchasing preferred
Must have a combination of training and work experience including minimum of 3 years of Purchasing
Manufacturing experience of high volume production required. Lean manufacturing experience/education preferred
Must be knowledgeable in metal fabrication, painting and plating of tube and sheet metal
Excellent negotiating skills and adaptability skills to approach different situations accordingly
Practical experience working in ERP or other business planning system an asset
Demonstrated skills in spend analysis to create strategic sourcing plans
Proven to manage projects with high efficiency of completing project on time and on budget

Work Conditions: