Buyer Jobs in Mississauga, ON

Position at Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc.

Role:

Buyer

Location:

Etobicoke & Mississauga, Ontario

Company:

Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc.

Department:

Operations

Employment Type:

Full-Time Permanent

Reports to:

Senior Manager, Procurement

Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc. (SAMI or Stelumar) is a technology-driven company dedicated to revolutionizing homebuilding in Canada through advanced modular building solutions. Founded by Canadian entrepreneur Peter Gilgan, founder of Mattamy Homes, Stelumar combines automation, robotics, and AI to modernize construction and help address the housing shortage. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the Greater Toronto Area, Stelumar is focused on accelerating construction timelines, improving consistency and making housing more attainable. Stelumar produces precision-built walls, floors, and roofing systems, factory-built modular units, and interior cabinetry and millwork at industrial scale. Its development and construction arm, Stelumar Communities, delivers scalable modular housing from planning and design to construction and handover. The team supports low- and mid-rise residential, purpose-built rental, affordable and workforce housing, student housing, hospitality, healthcare-related housing, and institutional developments. Together, Stelumar is delivering housing people are proud of.

For more information, visit Stelumar.com.

What we offer

The Buyer will beinitially focused onidentifying,qualifyingand sourcingsupplier options forvolumetric modular construction, structural components (e.g. walls and floors) andcabinetry;supportingboththefinalization ofproductdesign and launch of theSAMI factory.After launch of the factory, this rolewillleadsourcingactivities orfutureproductionproduct launches,vendor/partmanagement,andVA/VEinitiativescontributing to continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.The Buyer will utilize strategic planning tofactormarketand demand analysis, identify risks and develop contingency plans. Throughsupplier selection & evaluation,the Buyer will negotiate to ensurethey provide themost competitive advantagefor the organization.

What you’ll do

• Work directly withengineering/program managementacross all product lines toidentify vendorsand developeffectivesourcing strategieson production partsto optimize pricing, qualityand supply base.
• Supportplant levelsourcingrequirementsfrom an MRO standpoint.
• Manage relationships with vendors to ensureoverallperformanceand long-term partnership success.
• Develop conciseunderstanding of cost drivers, breakdownsper commodity.
• Analyzeand understandmarket trends to identifycost,supplyopportunities.
• Negotiate and develop supplier agreements to reducetotal costof ownershipand optimize productionefficiency.
• Develop contingency plans for critical parts/suppliers.
• Manage supplier productionrisksacross all functions.
• Conduct ongoing market tests (RFQs) to ensurecompetitive position for the organization.
• Managepurchase price variance, cost avoidance to mitigate any market exposure (tariffs, cost increases, surcharges, rebates, etc.).
• Work with quality and production to ensure no downtime and maintain continuous supply/quality requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Post-secondary education inSupply Chain, Business Administration, Management, Commerce, Economics, orarelated field, or an equivalent combination ofexperience and certifications.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain/sourcingwithin a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Office, ERPsupply chainsystems.
• Exposure to commodity markets & trends.
• Strong negotiation, analytical and presentation skills.
• Strong project management, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding and ability to read technical drawings.
• Effective time management andproblem-solvingskills to mitigate risks andeffectively meet program deadlines.
• Ability to summarize strategies into a clearand concise narrative.

Bonus Points

• Certifications or designationswith a Supply Chain focus.

Compensation

The expected base salary range for this position is $70,000-$110,000. Actual pay may vary depending on your job-related knowledge, competencies, and skills. We recognize that exceptional situations may fall outside this range, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply.

We encourage applicants who meet most of the role requirements to hit that submit button and apply! It’s okay if you don’t have 100% of the requirements. If you’re the right candidate, we’ll help you learn and grow.

Stelumar is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation through any aspects of the selection process, please notify us on your application and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Stelumar may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support our hiring process, including to help screen or assess candidates along the way. These tools work behind the scenes, while people remain at the heart of every hiring decision.

Qualified applicants for this existing vacancy will be contacted directly by the Talent Acquisition team.