Materials engineer Offres d'emploi - Oakville, ON

Position : Materials Buyer Location : Mississauga (On-site)Salary : $65K to $70K Job Type : Permanent We are looking to hire a Materials Buyer for a great manufacturing client located in Mississauga. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Materials Buyer is responsible for the sourcing, negotiation and buying of goods, materials, and services to ensure that ongoing production needs are met. Understanding the purchasing service function, the individual demonstrates strong analytical, communication and negotiation skills. The successful candidate has the ability to build relationships both with suppliers and internal customers.Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following : - Purchase of goods, materials and services taking into account price, quality and on time delivery to ensure ongoing production needs are met- Monitor raw material / supply chain constrains and disruptions along with understanding competitors' and suppliers' strategies to overcome such constrains- Evaluate areas of opportunities to make business savings utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods- Develop creative and innovative procurement processes, ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiencies, add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement- Work collaboratively with stakeholders and suppliers regarding new projects, supplies and initiatives - Ensure adequate inventory levels by monitoring, adjusting and ordering supplies based on consumption- Deliver briefs, updates and reports as and when required- Mentor and coach the Junior Buyer to enhance their career and professional development- Attend meetings and update others on issues or concerns, in particular when there is a risk which could prevent the organization meeting production demands or where there are over capacity concerns Requirements : - Post-secondary education in related major- CPP designation (or working towards CPP designation) is an asset- 5+ years of purchasing experience within the manufacturing sector demonstrated increasing levels of responsibilities- MS Office with advanced Excel- Experience with an ERP, MRP (Experience with JDE is considered an asset).- Strong analytical and numerically skills with strong proven problem solving abilities- Commercially and financially aware- Keen attention to detail and accuracy- Computer literate, to include advance Excel skills- Strong communication and interpersonal skills- Strong negotiation skills- Ability to build strong and fruitful relationships with employees and suppliers- Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment, multi-task and work with minimal supervision- Detailed oriented, has a strong sense of priority along with the ability to work independently and as a part of a team.- Self starter, proactive and results oriented.- Ability to negotiate with suppliers will be an important aspect of this jobTo apply, please send your resume to Vanessa Tran at [email protected]. REFER A PERM HIRE AND EARN UP TO $1,000! For more details, click here.OUR VIRTUAL DOORS ARE OPEN! We're also bringing the interviews to you by various web applications, virtually! Contact us today for your next opportunity.