Buyer

Husky TechnologiesTM a company with a strong foundation built on innovation, close customer relationships, a strong sense of community and a unique culture and values. We are looking for people with the inspiration and talent to develop with us as we pursue our ambitious growth strategy.

Husky TechnologiesTM offers a wealth of opportunity for personal growth and development. Most importantly, Husky Technologies TM offers an opportunity to work with – and be challenged by – a team of great people. Our success is possible because of the creativity, intelligence and passion of our people around the world and their desire to lead change. At the same time, we are not afraid to expect a lot and strive for leadership in all of our key markets. We are a company taking on new challenges and for the right people this means exceptional career development opportunities, the chance to be part of a team that is the best in the world at what we do and the experience that comes from working in an environment that demands constant transformation and innovation.

Husky TechnologiesTM Canadian manufacturing facilities and global headquarters are located in Bolton, Ontario on a large, beautiful campus located just 20 minutes north of Toronto’s Pearson International Airport. Features include a fitness and wellness center, intramural sports activities, on-site cafeteria, and clean, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with outstanding safety records. We offer a great work environment and competitive total compensation package, including above market retirement savings plan and market competitive group benefits.

Husky TechnologiesTM is an exciting company with tremendous potential. We have a great team and great expectations. If you are attracted to bold goals, believe in uncompromising honesty, support mutual respect, care about environmental responsibility, have a passion for excellence and a desire to make a positive contribution – then we want you to join the Husky TechnologiesTM team!

Contract: 6 Months

The primary focus for the Buyer position is to ensure on-time delivery of parts to the required date of the Operation teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and expedite part shortages

• Maintain accuracy of delivery information in ERP

• Ensure delivery commitments are received from suppliers and entered in ERP

• Address assembly emergencies and work with suppliers to expedite rush requirements

• Primary contact for supplier purchase order issues, coordinate with the appropriate departments to drive action

• Proactively communicate updates for pacing shortages to the operation

• Action any engineering change orders, NC’s or rework as required

• Item Data – ensure clean inputs into ERP

• Prepare documentation and coordinate return of goods as required

• Communicate and escalate supplier issues to the appropriate authorities (based on escalation process)

• Identify opportunities for cost reduction; identify risks and opportunities for supplier cost reductions

• Communicate daily demand to suppliers

• Support target costing for new products as required

• Manage cancellation exception messages

• Support product development engineering purchasing as required

• Utilize cost models and costing forms supplied by Sourcing Managers, interface with Sourcing Managers on unique items as necessary to ensure optimal cost targets are achieved

• Participate in continuous improvement activities

Qualifications:

• Post secondary education preferred

• 2-4 years of purchasing experience

• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components is an asset

• Ability to understand mechanical drawings, electrical and hydraulic schematics preferred

• General knowledge regarding supplier agreements and intellectual property

• Proficient in computer applications (ERP, MS Office) and able to conduct data analysis

• Team player in a fast paced environment

• Effective time management and organizational skills

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Strong problem solving skills

Pay Range: $65,000 - $75,000

Vacancy: Replacement

Husky TechnologiesTM offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. Husky Technologies TM also values being a great place to work and strives to maintain a safe workplace. Accordingly, Husky TechnologiesTM conditions all offers of employment on satisfactory completion of background checks.

Husky TechnologiesTM is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the member of the Talent Acquisition team in a timely fashion of any disabilities that requires accommodation measures in order to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

No agency or telephone inquiries please.