Global Supply Chain Buyer

About the company LED Roadway Lighting (LRL) is a developer of LED streetlighting and connected smart city technology applications that create safe, efficient, livable cities which the company markets under the Liveable Cities and Evluma brands. LRL’s smart city IoT products leverage the street light location to deploy advanced speed, air quality, traffic, and noise sensors, revealing actionable insights for communities around the world as they work towards creating the smart cities of the future. For further information, please visit our website https://liveablecities.com and https://evluma.com About the position We are looking for an experienced professional to join our team as Global Supply Chain Buyer at our Head Office in Halifax, Nova Scotia or our manufacturing facility in Amherst, Nova Scotia. Responsibilities: - Manage existing suppliers and oversee currently implemented supply chain strategies with suppliers in domestic and international markets - Oversee procurement, logistics, inventory management, and supplier relationships with the company’s pre-existing supplier base, across multiple regions - Lead risk management initiatives to mitigate disruptions in global supply chain operations. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align supply chain operations with business objectives including cost reduction programs. - Develop and implement global supply chain strategies to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness. - React to dynamic trade environment, identifying and supporting qualification of new supply sources when applicable. - Ensure compliance with international trade regulations and company policies. - Monitor and analyze supply chain performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement. - Collaborate effectively in a Microsoft O365 environment, leveraging tools such as Teams, SharePoint, and Excel for global coordination and reporting. - Ensure seamless communication and document management across international teams using Microsoft technologies. - Apply engineering principles to optimize supply chain processes, ensuring technical rigor in decision-making and problem-solving. - Coordinate and manage international travel for supplier visits, audits, and global operations meetings, maintaining flexibility for frequent travel. - Develop and implement global supply chain strategies to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Qualifications: - Minimum 10 years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a senior/global role. - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management or Business Administration - Professional certifications such as CSCP or CPIM are an asset. - Strong knowledge of international logistics, trade compliance, and procurement processes. - Ability and willingness to travel internationally as part of the role. - Strong computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Technologies and ability to work effectively in a full O365 environment. - Proficiency in ERP systems and supply chain management software (Experience in SYSPRO preferred) - Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills. - Skilled in the art of cost reduction implementations, without sacrificing quality Supervisor: Dave Scott, Co-CEO / VP Operations Target Start Date: April 1, 2026 Application Requirements All qualified applicants should apply on LinkedIn with (1) PDF that includes a cover letter and resume. Please do not send resume on multiple job posting sites or email - your resume is already being considered when you apply on LinkedIn. Applications are reviewed in the order they are received. All applications are appreciated; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates being considered will need to provide at least 2 references and undergo a Criminal Background Check. Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, unfortunately we cannot consider your application at this time. Recruitment agencies please note: We do not accept unsolicited agency referrals or candidate submissions for this position. Direct applications only will be considered. Thank you for respecting our hiring process.