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Junior BuyerInspiretci • Vaughan, York Region, CA
Junior Buyer

Junior Buyer

Inspiretci • Vaughan, York Region, CA
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

The Junior Buyeris responsible for daily purchasing efforts to efficiently and effectively enable efficient business.

Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Sourcing : Responsible for specific aspects of sourcing operations.
  • Procurement : Implement organizational procurement strategy and plans determined by Purchasing Manager or Operations Manager.
  • Supply Management : Assist in tasks associated with global supply chain functions through strategy, resource optimization, profitability maximation, and KPIs resulting in the maximization of customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

  • Build relationships with vendors to ensure we receive competitive pricing, quality products and on time deliveries.
  • Analyze and calculate costs of procurement and suggest methods to decrease expenditure.
  • Assist in certain aspects of the company supply chain strategy to maximize customer satisfaction at the lowest possible cost.
  • Maintain and report on benchmarks and metrics including a routine scorecard to set baseline standards and review for improvement opportunities.
  • Implement / Execute correct inventory planning settings and forecasting reports from Management to ensure proper inventory rotation and maximize working capital.
  • Perform maintenance activities on MRP system to ensure accurate part numbers, pricing, quantity, location etc.
  • Execute POs and manage deliveries for domestic raw materials and MRO items to support production schedules.
  • Track / monitor / communicate updates on drop shipped PO's.
  • Solicit freight quotes and new price quotes / programs for key drop ship items.
  • Assist coordination of OEM repairs / parts for shop equipment & forklifts.
  • Collaborate daily with Production Planning & Production Leadership to keep all departments apprised of shortages, arrivals of large deliveries and outsourcing activities.
  • Reconcile invoice discrepancies as they pertain to PO's or overall costing questions.
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Sales on new projects and setup item #'s and their proper settings.
  • Competencies and Necessary Attributes

  • Strong project ownership and accountability - managing voice of customer and requirement setting for a successful product.
  • 2+ years experience working within a supply chain role.
  • Previous work experience in steel manufacturing / sourcing preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability for independent thinking and multi-tasking. Proven ability to plan pro- actively, anticipate issues and have excellent problem resolution with little or no input or assistance. Excellent follow-through. Strong attention to detail with proven ability to work in a deadline-intensive environment.
  • Great communicator (oral & written) with an ability to tailor style to appropriately match audience; exudes professionalism and ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • Proficiency in computer applications Microsoft, Great Plains, Office applications a plus.
  • Exceptional ability to influence and collaborate cross-functionally cutting through ambiguity and driving to solutions.
  • Resiliency models ability to deal positively with adversity.
  • Solution-oriented with demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness.
  • High self-motivation and results oriented with a sense of urgency.
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