Buyer

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Buyer is responsible for all aspects of the procurement process, including supplier evaluation, strategic sourcing, supplier performance monitoring, and analyzing data for cost savings. The Buyer negotiates pricing, vendor selection and/or development, generates and manages purchases while ensuring production requirements are met.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities:

• Source and ensure on-time availability of materials required for custom, engineered to order complex products

• Assist with supplier quality initiatives including supplier evaluation, scorecard preparation and delivery, create and maintain supplier corrective action plans aimed to reduce delivery and quality issues within the supply base

• Facilitate resolution of supplier quality/fulfillment related issues

• Achieve quality, cost, inventory, and delivery targets

• Develop strong working relationships with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, sales, and engineering to understand and anticipate procurement needs to enhance supply chain business processes

• Prepare supplier contracts, supply agreements, with preferred suppliers to ensure that market trends, supplier performance, and future business needs are aligned

• Support global supply management and cost savings initiatives, including identification and execution of cost savings opportunities with current and potential domestic and international suppliers

• Actively work with the Planning and Operations teams to develop strategies to eliminate parts shortages and provide forecasts to suppliers and G&W Electric head office to ensure material availability

• Provide subject matter expertise on purchasing best practices

• Plan for and execute the procurement of raw material and services from domestic and international suppliers using the in house ERP/MRP systems, expedite materials as required to ensure production needs are met

• Prepare and evaluate request for quote proposals, negotiation of contract pricing, terms and conditions

• Preparation/Reporting of metrics related to materials, cost savings, forecasting, and supplier quality

• Inventory analysis

• Evaluate and process indirect purchase order and capital requests

• Other duties as assigned

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a minimum of 2 years of purchasing/procurement experience within a manufacturing environment

• Bachelor's degree or college diploma in business or a related discipline

• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems required.

• Advanced computer software skills, MS excel, access, project etc.

• Ability to multi-task under pressure in a high paced environment.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written in English

• Results-oriented, self-motivated individual with a sense of initiative

• Ability to work independently and as a team player while solving problems and multitasking in a deadline-driven environment

• Ability to independently identify and develop solutions to problems that may arise in the course of work

• Ability to respond effectively to inquiries or comments from internal/external customers and suppliers

• Must have purchasing background working to support the manufacturing of custom products

• Must have experience sourcing niche suppliers

• Excellent knowledge of sourcing and procurement best practices

• Experience working within a technical engineering environment

• Resourceful, diplomatic, customer service oriented

• Strong analytical, decision-making, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

• Well-developed organization and prioritization skills; detailed oriented

• Embraces changes with a positive attitude

• Experience in creating and documenting processes and procedures; knowledge of ISO standards

• Consistently demonstrates a high degree of business acumen and good judgment

• Successful experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization and suppliers; able to quickly gain credibility and trust

• Demonstrates accountability; focused on meeting goals and deliverables on time and at the highest quality level possible

• Is client-centric; proactively anticipates and actions internal customers’ needs

• Successfully establishes and maintains long-term relationships with colleagues and suppliers

• Must be highly focused and able to work with minimal supervision

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada without company sponsorship

• Project Management training an asset

• APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional and/or Certified in Production and Inventory Management, SCMA Certified Supply Chain Professional or other supply chain related designation an asset

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and principles an asset

Physical Demands / Working Conditions:

• This role is located in the general office environment, with regular visits to manufacturing

• PC use

What we offer you:

The pay range for this position is between $65,000-$75,000 annually.

Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Generous Quarterly Bonuses with RRSP Program
• Comprehensive Benefit Package including life insurance, health, dental, health care spending account and paramedical services (paid by employer)
• Company Holidays (one week shutdown during Christmas Holidays)
• Education Tuition Assistance
• Job Security
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
• Wellness and Gym Reimbursement Programs
• Training and Developmental Opportunities
• Continuous Performance Feedback
• Fun social events, holiday party, bowling nights.
• And many more…

About G&W Electric

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

Learn more about our company by watching this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMtAhsdYeUQ

G&W Electric enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!

G&W Canada Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, upon request. Please let us know if you require any accommodation in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

G&W Canada Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, G&W Canada Corporation will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform G&W Canada Corporation's Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.