Strategic Buyer

• Maintaining a professional, positive working relationship with suppliers and internal departments
• Monitoring inventory levels to meet inventory turns objectives
• Procure commodities as assigned to be available in time to meet the production schedule from capable and "approved for production" suppliers while matching operational requirements
• Analyze and maintain part order qualifier information in Epicor (ERP) as requirements change or at a minimum of once per year.
• Manage all orders placed including expediting, price negotiation, sourcing, and transportation - understanding traffic and customs policies and regulations and to work with suppliers to minimize the cost impact of incoming freight, duties and brokerage costs as applicable
• Assist with inventory reduction targets and initiatives
• Identify cost saving opportunities
• Responsible for supplier on-time delivery performance and quality issues
• Work with engineering and materials management to identify supplier performance issues and recommending potential new suppliers
• Understand the role of the buyer in the Corrective Action (CAR) and Preventative Action (PAR) process
• Assist with annual inventory count preparations
• Follows all processes and procedures in place and identifies areas for continuous improvement
• Compliance and understanding of all Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Complete other duties/projects as assigned.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing within a manufacturing environment
• Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience with purchasing, negotiation, supplier selection, and sourcing.
• 3-5 years in a manufacturing environment in MRO purchasing and inventory management
• PMAC Certificate considered an asset
• SCMP Accreditation, Courses and Seminars considered an asset

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