Purchasing Manager - Power Systems

Brandt Corporate Services Ltd. is currently seeking a Purchasing Manager- Power Systems for our Regina, SK, location. The Purchasing Manager – Power Systems is responsible for leading the development and execution of sourcing strategies across power system components and related commodities, including pumps, motors, hydraulics, electrical systems, valves, fluid power components, and associated equipment for the Brandt Group of Companies operating in North America, New Zealand, and Australia. This role supports all operational units by leveraging supplier, technical, and market intelligence to drive sourcing, contracting, and supplier relationship management activities.The Purchasing Manager will collaborate with internal stakeholders, engineering teams, and procurement functions to implement effective sourcing strategies, manage supplier performance, mitigate supply risks, and ensure alignment with business objectives, operational requirements, and cost targets.Who We Are
Brandt is a customer driven company, privately owned and family run, strengthened by diversification and succeeding through specialization. We operate over 170 locations across Canada, the USA, Australia, and New Zealand.For nine decades, the people of Brandt have stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the hardworking people that we serve. And really, there’s no place we’d rather be because just like them, it’s when we’re working hard and getting things done that we’re at our best.Our success is driven by a passionate belief in the unlimited potential of our company and the ultimate success of our customers and we act on that belief every single day.That’s Powerful Value, Delivered.What You Will Be Responsible For
Manage procurement activities across assigned commodities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.Maintain and analyze spend data to determine strategic long-term sourcing approaches based on financial impact, business importance, and value opportunities.Utilize supplier and market intelligence to support business unit requirements and enhance competitive positioning.Lead and support sourcing initiatives including supplier identification, evaluation, negotiation, and contract management and monitoring supplier agreements success.Identify, implement, and manage supplier relationships to support Brandt’s business unit requirements.Oversee the contracting process including negotiation, preparation, and administration of agreements.Develop and issue procurement documents such as RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and other sourcing tools.Maintain current market information for the categories of responsibility to ensure that Brandt’s prices remain competitive within the confines of existing contracts.Provide regular performance updates to leadership and contribute to strategic procurement planning.What We Look For
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering. Preferred but not mandatory.A minimum of 6 years of professional experience ideally within Procurement or Supply Chain environments.What We Offer
Competitive compensation: we offer fair, market-based wages that recognize your skills, experience, and contributions.Continuous Learning: through on-the-job training and educational opportunities.Opportunities for advancement within a growing company that values initiative and teamwork.Comprehensive benefits coverage: including health, dental and more to support your wellbeing.Retirement savings programs: Pension and RRSP programs to help you invest in your futureWhen you work for Brandt, we work for you. It’s as simple as that.
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