Electronics Buyer Jobs in Vaughan, Nova Scotia

Good written and oral communication skills in English to effectively communicate technical and non-technical requirements.

Execute complete buying process in line with specified requirements, cost, quality and delivery targets.

7+ years of experience in procurement, preferably in the engineering/automation industry.

Minimum 3 years’ experience working with ERP system.

Category buying through category analysis and market intelligence activities for end-to-end value chain optimization.

Secure supply and competitive access to existing and new technology capacities on the market.

Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

Time-management, detail oriented, organizational skills, proactive, self-starter, negotiation, bids, risk-management, commodity, construction, manufacturing, data analysis.

Good organizational abilities are needed to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and ensure timely completion of assignments.

Assist in the creation and management of purchase orders based on internal requisitions and specifications

Up to 2 years of relevant purchasing experience.

Post-secondary education in Purchasing or Supply Chain is an asset.

Communication – Oral and written communication skills are crucial when it comes to speaking to departmental teams, including managers/supervisors/vendors/supplies.

Identify consumer requirements and develop merchandising plans to meet those requirements.

Data Entry – Junior buyer should be able to enter accurate data for inventory logs, and other records

Organizational Skills – Assist in keeping an orderly work area allows for accuracy in ordering and maintaining supplies

Placing orders, reviewing reports to identify issues on late deliveries, manufacturer outs, and taking appropriate action to maintain high service levels

Assist in pricing accuracy for frontline and promotional prices, insuring price integrity while achieving gross profit objectives

• Project management experience or knowledge of automotive APQP / PPAP is an asset.

- A great work experience within a world class manufacturing environment

• Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Degree, Business Degree with Supply Chain Focus, and/or equivalent experience.

• Experience with spot buys

What's in it for you:

- Employee Profit Sharing Plan

Excellent multi-tasking skills and the ability to prioritize requirements

Expedite materials in order to meet production requirements

Order materials regularly as per the MRP: Responsible for releasing firm purchase orders as per MRP requirements

Monitor all contracts, Maintain maintenance records – service manuals and certifications.

Coordinating with operations and maintenance personnel to manage maintenance schedules during shutdowns and weekends as required

5+ years’ experience as a buyer in a similar industry

• Previous apparel and sourcing experience, having developed and executed a private label program

• Post-secondary education with a focus on retail, business, eCommerce or marketing

• Attend trade shows to identify new products, research product development and/or design of products as required

• Customer-centric team leader with a positive attitude who “plays to win”

• Keeps pulse on customer, trends and product innovation

• Proficient in using MS Office and computerized inventory system

Proven time management skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks of varying complexity with conflicting priorities and aggressive constraints

Any other tasks assigned by management

Must have good computer skills, experience working with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Project. Worked with AS400 is an asset.

Post secondary education in related field is preferred

Experience working in electronic manufacturing is an asset

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving ability, and interpersonal skills

The Buyer is responsible for providing procurement support including contract development, analysis, and execution critical to production

Implement procedural improvements to streamline business practices and be instrumental in the successful execution of contracts.

What you'll need to succeed:

What you'll get in return:

Demonstrated relationship and stakeholder management skills.

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Procurement (i.e.- Indirect- CAPEX- Ingredients- or Packaging)- Finance. Experience in process engineering a plus.

Demonstrated knowledge or experience in food or beverage manufacturing process.

Ability to interface with a wide variety of business situations and all levels of management- trade groups- conventions- etc.)

Conduct bid events- prepare bid analysis- make sourcing recommendations to strategic sourcing managers.

Works closely with Factories- Engineering- R&D- and broader procurement teams- while driving results and challenging internal and external stakeholders.

Have previous purchasing experience (required) within a manufacturing or production environment (strongly preferred)

Have experience in high volume shipping, receiving, and inventory control processes (strongly preferred)

Investigate and report on inventory discrepancies

Partner with engineering, production teams when there are changes to products/BOMs

Effective follow-through to track on-time delivery

Maintenance of material reorder process (plus identification of areas for improvement)

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Perform inventory analysis and management, avoiding low stock, overstock and obsolete inventory

Coordinate with Sales and Marketing to develop demand requirements for events, promotions, shows, campaigns, product launches and stocking orders

University degree in Finance, Business Administration required

At least two years of purchasing experience

Strong forecasting and budgeting skills

Manage a portfolio of suppliers

Manage Tenders, Resourcing and Cost Saving Projects.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager you will….

Please only apply if you are living within Northern Ireland or plan to relocate*

+2 years of working within Purchasing/ Procurement role

Push for improved Supplier performance and challenge to reduce supplier lead times

Creating and maintaining a Component Cost Data Management file.

Proficiency in part geometry/blueprint reading skills with demonstrated ability to understand technical requirements and specifications.

Meets expectation rating (rating score of 2 or 3) in all applicable competencies as defined in the Performance Management Process.

5 years' experience in a purchasing or estimating role.

Experience in a manufacturing automotive environment

Must have computer knowledge in MS Office Package (Excel, Word)

Theoretical or hands-on knowledge of purchasing or materials management concepts is an asset.

A post-secondary diploma or degree in materials management or equivalent. Supply Chain Canada (or equivalent) designation is an asset.

Communicate with, evaluate and approve suppliers to ascertain their ability to meet company requirements, goals and objectives.

Experience in a custom manufacturing environment is an asset.

Sound working knowledge of MS Office software (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, Teams)

Excellent oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills.

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, and quality control, to determine material requirements for manufacturing operations.

Excellent negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and specifications.

Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and multitasking skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Utilize knowledge, skills and experience to build, send, and manage initial RFQ's to obtain engineering estimates and/or official quotations from suppliers

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Business, Finance, Engineering or Supply Chain Management

Excellent time and project management skills.

Demonstrated work experience of successful JIT management required.

A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills.

Advise Marwood management on important procurement, purchasing, supply chain and inventory matters.

Identify documentation requirement & improvements, support changes as necessary

Test, troubleshoot and / or support assembly of electronic products

Conduct electronics factory acceptance testing & support

Evaluate incoming and out-going factory acceptance testing for servicing returned products

Complete and maintain assembly documentation

Maintain test equipment and adhere to calibration schedule

SCMA Certificate or an acceptable combination of education and experience would be considered an asset

Advanced working knowledge and proficiency with a variety of computer software applications, specifically Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)

Working knowledge of SAP operating system preferred

Grade 12 or equivalent required

Two (2) year post-secondary program in Business or equivalent required

Ability to work in a self-directed environment and also effectively within an interdisciplinary team

Source, negotiate and obtain price quotations from catalogues and suppliers. Prepare purchase orders and coordinate the timely procurement of these items.

Monitor cost and quality of goods and/or services received and resolve any issues with vendors

Monitor inventory levels of critical consumables and ensure they are appropriately maintained.

Allocate purchases to appropriate account

Prepare and maintain purchasing files, reports and price lists.

Monitor special project expenditures and ensure payment schedules are met.

Demonstrated inventory management experience is preferred.

A minimum of three years of previous purchasing experience is required; experience in the produce/agriculture industry is ideal.

Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, Food Safety, HACCP and the PrimusGFS program is preferred.

Exceptional analytical and organizational skills are essential; results oriented with a demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize workflow.

Advanced Microsoft (MS) Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) skills are required.

Sound decision making skills and able to work in a high stress environment.