Purchasing Jobs in Ottawa, ON

For over four decades, MDS has maintained its unrivaled position as a global leader in gas turbine engine solutions, serving prestigious clients worldwide. Specializing in aviation, industrial, and marine applications, MDS delivers fully tailored gas turbine engine test facilities—establishing itself as a trusted partner in more than 20 countries. From designing the world’s most advanced, one-of-a-kind test facilities to leading cutting-edge research and development, MDS continues to drive innovation.

We are currently looking for a Supply chain coordinator to join our dynamic team.

Supply chain coordinator is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, and working across multiple teams. You'll collaborate with suppliers, engineering, project management, manufacturing, and quality teams to help drive successful project outcomes while gaining exposure to all aspects of the supply chain.

If you're looking to grow your career, develop project management skills, and gain valuable insight into procurement and engineering operations, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

The Purchasing team is the hub for all MDS procurement and supplier management activities. The Supply Chain Coordinator is responsible for managing MDS orders through to final delivery.

This role includes monitoring and tracking supplier progress for equipment that requires a supplier to either build-to-print using MDS engineered drawings, typically involving mechanical fabrication, machining, and assembly, or to design and build in accordance with an MDS Procurement Specification.

Specific Departmental or Project Duties

• Interface with Project Management/ Engineering to clarify and understand the requirements and schedule for custom equipment/documentation deliverables defined under MDS Purchase Orders and in MDS Procurement Specifications and Engineering Drawings.
• Interface with MDS Suppliers to monitor progress and track deliverables.
• Plant visits for in-process inspection and to monitor fabrication progression with respect to the schedule are an important part of the role
• Ensure products are delivered in compliance with the Purchase Order, which includes compliance to drawings, specifications, assembly and testing and terms and conditions.
• Receive documentation deliverables (drawings, calculations, procedures, manuals, certificates etc.). Distribute documents for internal review and action, and provide feedback and updates to the supplier.
• Report on supplier inspection activities and manage Non-Conformance Reports.
• Responsible to foster and develop relationships with MDS suppliers and develop solutions to supplier issues in conjunction with other disciplines.
• Prepare and distribute reports on the progress of the supplier activity.

Education and Qualifications

• Minimum Degree or Diploma from recognized university or college, preferably Mechanical Engineering focused.
• 4-7 years relevant technical experience.
• Candidates must be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents to meet the requirements of the Controlled Goods Program and other applicable government security clearance regulations.

Skills

• Understanding fabrication practices and assembly methods is an asset.
• Project Coordination experience.
• Creative problem solving, communication and interpersonal relations skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Project is an asset.
• Experience in working in diverse teams of in-house personnel and/or with outside subcontractors on multi-discipline design projects.
• Willing and able to travel internationally when required.
• Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written.

What's in it for you?

We believe in and encourage open and transparent communication across the organization so every year we invite our people to a bi-annual Town Hall Meeting.

We are passionate about our people, business, customers and community so we demonstrate the utmost care, respect and accountability for everything we do.

No matter who you are or where you’re from, we welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives. We believe in teamwork. We’re better, together.

On top of that, MDS offers the following:

Canada’s Best Managed companies (Platinum member)

Employee bonus program

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

% employer-paid annual sick leave, health and dental premiums, and life, accidental death, and short-term disability insurance.

Health Spending Account (for some medical expenses that aren’t covered under provincial plans or our standard insurance plan)

Lumino Virtual Health Care

Maternity and parental leave top-up

Fitness Membership Reimbursement

Positive and flexible work environment

Opportunity for career advancement

Strong focus on learning and development

Company events including family holiday party, employee events, executive - led coffee talks, team gatherings, and so much more

Inclusive workforce

Candidates are remunerated based on their skills, experience, education or training, and the overall value they bring relative to the requirements of the position. The base salary range for this role is $65, to $85, per annum, with placement within the range determined by the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience. The role also includes additional variable bonus and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, financial security, and work-life balance.