Buyer Co-Op Student Jobs

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Buyer Co-Op Student. This role is based in our Oakville Office in and reports to the Manager, Indirect Purchasing.

Do not miss the opportunity to join a diverse group of people-centric professionals, thought leaders and rapid thinkers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

Job Summary

The Co-Op buyer will assist in performing purchases consistent with parameters set out by the budgetary and forecasting exercises to support business needs. The incumbent will work towards finding opportunities and implementing initiatives to improve site efficiencies. This role responds to the needs for procurement of goods and services to support site’s operations & productivity.

Requirements

Principal Responsibilities

• Overlooking supplier performance, special attention should be given to delivery dates
• Assisting with Inventory Management
• Observing and analyzing KANBAN/Min-Max to run inventory levels
• Collaborating with team members on different projects as needed
• Finds opportunities and implements initiatives to improve site efficiencies
• Assisting with Site Purchasing activities, specifically for Indirect Items
• Keeping Plants abreast of potential supply chain risks
• Coordinating between 3 departments: Procurement / Accounts payables / Receiving
• Assisting with Procurement of Indirect Items (Industrial, Safety & Janitorial Supplies, Waste Management, Oils & Lubricants) as requested

Qualifications & Experience

Education & Certificates

• A SCMP / CPM accreditation is considered an asset
• Being currently enrolled in post graduate studies in Supply Chain Management or in Business Administration

Technical Skills & Experience

• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
• Experience using various MRP/ERP system
• Knowledge of sourcing & procurement techniques
• Experience in supply chain or manufacturing field would be an asset

Competencies:

• Excellent negotiation and collaboration skills
• Attention to details
• Well-developed organization and prioritization skills; detailed oriented
• Strong analytical, decision-making & problem-solving skills
• Great Communication Skills

IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at [email protected]