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Weatherhaven is a leading provider of re-deployable shelters, camp and systems for remote sites around the world. The company engineers, manufactures and installs customer shelter systems for a wide variety of commercial, military and medical applications. With strategic partnerships in many countries and manufacturing facilities on three continents, the company has grown from being a dominant Canadian domestic supplier to providing shelter systems and installations on all seven continents and deployments in more than 50 countries. Weatherhaven's international operations span Canada, the U.K., the USA, Australia, Peru, Brazil and South Africa. More information can be found at www.weatherhaven.com

The Buyer manages all aspects of procurement, planning, and supplier relationship management. Identifies cost saving opportunities, risk within the supply chain, and understands supplier capacity and effect on supply and planning.

Key Functions & Duties:

• Establish and manage day-to-day communications with suppliers in order to assure the optimum level of inventory is in place at the company's manufacturing facilities and supplier/subcontractors.
• Conduct material requirements planning and ensure delivery schedule in accordance with MRP data.
• Issue forecasts to suppliers as required.
• Ability to identify supply chain risks with the complete knowledge of addressing them without jeopardizing the operations.
• Create, issue and maintain purchase orders. Manages communications with suppliers regarding delivery changes, logistics, quality, expediting, and rework. while optimizing logistics costs and inventory levels. Optimizes logistics costs and inventory levels.
• Escalates and manages issues related to supplier performance on a case-by-case basis and in accordance with established metrics and supply agreements.
• Work with suppliers to get corrective actions on non-conforming parts.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and ensures the integrity of planning and part data in ERP system.
• Has extensive knowledge to interpret Bill of Materials (BOM) and understand Engineering drawings.
• Logistics is an asset
• Carry out other duties as required.

Health and Safety

• Reporting hazards/unsafe working conditions
• Following all PPE/Safe Working instructions
• Understand responsibilities related to Provincial standard

Environmental

• Work to achieve environmental objectives
• Understand how your tasks/activities impact the environment
• Report Environmental concerns

Qualifications and Skills

• SCMP, PMAC, or APICS certification is a plus.
• At least five (5) years’ experience as Buyer in manufacturing environment using an ERP system.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Knowledge in Syspro and ERP MRP systems is an advantage.
• Excellent negotiation skills, critical thinking skills and good judgment.
• Ability to work well with cross-functional teams and diverse groups of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills for a cooperative working relationships both internally and externally.
• Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills.
• High level of initiative and detail oriented.
• Good time management, with ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Onsite - 5 days a week in Brockville, ON

We offer competitive compensation packages, including benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Join our team of dedicated professionals and contribute to our success in delivering high-quality products to our customers. Apply now by submitting your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: From $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brockville, ON K6V 5J9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• DCS / DEC (preferred)

Experience:

• Demand planning: 5 years (preferred)
• Purchasing: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Certified Supply Chain Professional (preferred)

Work Location: In person