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Technical Buyer

Technical Buyer

SkyserviceDorval, Quebec
22 days ago
Job description

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Prepare Purchase orders in accordance with requirements;
  • Negotiate contracts with suppliers specifying quality and receiving date;
  • Monitor market changes, competitor prices and products and past sales patterns to forecast future demand;
  • Source new products and alternative suppliers – AVL;
  • Help control stock levels by varying receiving dates or selling surplus stock;
  • Monitor the performance of vendors and suppliers and, if necessary, terminate contracts;
  • Ensures goods needed arrive when required;
  • Source and negotiate “best” pricing for new items or “one off’s”;
  • Participate in the review of key suppliers and potential cost reduction initiatives;
  • RFQ built for identified improvement opportunities;
  • Manage established procurement process within Quantum and / or Great Plains;
  • Provide reports and updates to the Manager, Material Management when requested;
  • Achieve service level agreements with internal and external customers;
  • All other duties, as assigned by management.
  • This position will be located either in Montreal or Toronto

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED :

  • Possess a minimum of 2 to 5 years of Buying / Purchasing experience;
  • Aviation industry experience is preferred;
  • Knowledge of vendors in the aviation industry is an asset;
  • Basic Accounting knowledge, an asset;
  • Strong computer skills with Excel, Word, Outlook, Supply Chain systems, Quantum Component Control;
  • Familiar with parts based systems;
  • Strong analytical skills;
  • Highly organized and focused on work priorities;
  • Good team player, work well independently;
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks;
  • Ability to work on-call and have a flexible schedule;
  • Strong focus on process improvement to deliver high quality results;
  • Energetic, with a strong drive for results and efficiency.
  • EDUCATION :

  • High School Diploma
  • PMAC certification is a strong asset Benefits :   Our perks and benefits include but are not limited to :
  • Relocation allowance
  • Competitive group health benefits coverage for you and your eligible dependants, including health, vision and dental plan
  • Employee assistant program
  • Group retirement savings plan with company matching contribution
  • Paid time off including sick days and personal days
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Continuing Education Program
  • Service Awards