Junior buyer Jobs in North York, ON

Who We AreMultimatic Inc. is a world class company that has experienced tremendous growth since its inception. This growth was achieved as a result of the skill and dedication of the employees. Multimatic Advanced Manufacturing Technologies (MAMT) is an industry leading engineering development center that relies on its highly talented staff, following the company’s established systems and best practices, to maintain its position. It is important, in this dynamic environment, that everyone keep abreast of leading-edge technologies and techniques relating generally to MAMT’s core competencies and specifically to the assigned job function.Scope Of The PositionWe are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to join our team. The Buyer will be responsible for purchasing goods and services that meet the company's needs while ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and timely delivery. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, a good understanding of market trends, and the ability to maintain strong vendor relationships.Key ResponsibilitiesPurchase goods, materials, components or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targetsSupport the purchasing function and other relevant departments and communicate any supply problems which may impact on business operationsAct as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on purchasing processes and new projects and activitiesMonitor and advise on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the organizationMonitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliersProvide analysis on costs, new and existing and review cost reduction activitiesPrepare reports and updates as and when requiredWork closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous improvement and business improvementsImprove prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methodsPrepare and raise purchase orders and order schedulesBuild, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communicationsEnsure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationshipsEnsure compliance to company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures during supplier negotiations and contracts award processConduct research for new components and suppliersCompile data relating to supplier performance to enable evaluationAssess and evaluate suppliers and contribute to performance reviews to ensure contract complianceContact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery, or invoice issuesAlways work safely and maintain a safe work areaContribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as neededObserve all company safety rules, policies and proceduresAttend all required training coursesParticipate in MAMT’s continuous improvement activitiesFoster good employee relationsPerform all other duties as determined by the General Manager or his designateBasic RequirementsUniversity degree or College Diploma with two years of specialized training (PMAC, APICS, or related work experience)2 – 5 years purchasing related experience in a manufacturing environmentMust be able to follow written and oral instructionsAble to manage time effectively, priorities tasks and achieve set targetsCommercial and financial awareness with a full understanding of how failure impacts the production, manufacture, and customer order fulfilmentAble to work well under pressure and handle emergency and stressful situationsKeen attention to detail and accuracyGood knowledge of purchasing, negotiation, commercial understanding, and cost breakdownExperience of working closely with suppliersAn understanding of automotive processes and components would be advantageousAdvanced Microsoft Excel skillBenefitsCompetitive Salary & Variable Bonus IncentiveExtended Health, Dental and Vision CareShort-Term & Long-Term Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramLife InsuranceRRSP and DPSP MatchPaid Time OffTwo Paid Multimatic DaysSafety Shoe & Prescription Safety Glasses ReimbursementCompany EventsOn-Site Free ParkingTo learn more about Multimatic, check out our youtube channel - https : / / www.youtube.com / watch?v=psOjJIh3t90If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume.We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities, are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.