Job Overview
LEAD BUYER-PLANNER
Key Responsibilities
Implement strategies for each commodity or major room families;
Negotiate and manage agreements with our suppliers including commercial, legal and inventory management aspects;
Manage and Ensure an engaged and successful supply chain team in line with the company's growth objectives and new product introduction;
Planning and forecasting of materials, shipping and monitoring of order schedules and deliveries;
Maintain an adequate level of equipment while processing and executing purchasing decisions
Establish, manage and maintain effective relationships with suppliers;
Management and mitigation of supply chain risks and disruptions;
Resolving supplier quality, service, support and delivery issues;
Work closely with the various stakeholders to analyze needs and plan purchases of equipment, subcontractors, other products and services;
Work with an MRP system;
Create and maintain Key Performance Indicators for supplier management and take corrective action when necessary;
Provide recommendations that will have a positive impact on technology, quality, cost and turnaround time;
Manage all import documents before sending them to the customs broker for customs clearance;
Ensure compliance with company directives, purchasing policies and procedures;
Understand the manufacturing and assembly sequences of equipment in order to properly prioritize component purchases, manufacturing and assembly sequencing;
Monitor and advise on any matter of risk or opportunity to the organization;
Visit suppliers for negotiations, relationships or resolve issues as needed;
Have the ability to work and manage situations under pressure related to the needs to meet deadlines of the production chain.
Skills in demand
A bachelor's degree in business, operations management, or equivalent
Minimum of 10 years of experience with a majority in procurement or purchasing in the manufacturing sector
Experience with an MRP / ERP system,
Strong skills and experience in commodity strategy development and negotiations.
Available to travel and travel to suppliers as needed
Working conditions
- Competitive salary and benefits;
- Group insurance;
- Group RRSP;
- Flexible work schedule and working from home;
- Stimulating and diverse work environment;
- Social and team development activities;
- Training activities;
- Advantages: https://www.systemexautomation.com/career/
Apply directly using the form below or send your CV to: rh@systemex.ca