Buyer II (18 months contract)

Compensation: $ plus up to 5% bonus

18 months Contract - Maternity Leave Coverage ending December 31 2027

Job Summary

The Buyer II will be responsible for supporting endtoend procurement and supply management for key categories including Value Added Packaging materials printing paper carriers envelopes stickers operating supplies etc.

This role ensures seamless continuity of procurement operations during an 18month maternity leave period. The Buyer will manage daytoday purchasing activities vendor performance inventory levels transactional SAP/SRM responsibilities and costsaving initiatives.

The ideal candidate is an experienced procurement professional with strong SAP skills excellent communication abilities and proven success managing multiple stakeholders in a fastpaced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

1. Procurement (80%)

• Manage full procurement lifecycle for assigned categories.
• Issue and manage Purchase Orders (POs) through SAP and SRM ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
• Conduct bid analyses price negotiations supplier selection and contract support.
• Develop and maintain category strategies to support continuous improvement and value creation.
• Identify track and deliver cost savings process efficiencies and optimization projects.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor performance against KPIs (OTD quality pricing).
• Resolve supplier non-conformance delivery issues and escalations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders in Client Services Operations Planning Quality and Finance to ensure alignment and service continuity.

2. Supply Chain & Inventory Management (20%)

• Manage inventory levels monitor usage patterns and ensure timely re-ordering to avoid stockouts or excess.
• Support analysis and actions related to obsolete or slow-moving materials.
• Coordinate replenishment planning using SAP material management tools.
• Contribute to monthly reporting metrics (inventory status risks supplier performance).
• Participate in supply-related problem solving and corrective action activities.

• Comply with all GD Environmental Health & Safety policies.
• Adhere to Corporate Compliance and Procurement governance standards.
• Support import/export and logistics tasks as needed.
• Complete other procurement and supply chain tasks assigned during the coverage period.

Qualifications Experience and Educational Requirements

Work Experience:

• Five (5) in Purchasing Strategic Sourcing and or Supply Chain Management experience preferably in a manufacturing environment

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of SAP MM / PTP and familiarity with SRM processes (required).
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
• Strong negotiation analytical and supplier management skills.
• Proven experience managing multiple stakeholders and priorities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently in a fastpaced environment.
• SCMP certificate or equivalent is an asset.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and supply chain fundamentals.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problemsolving capabilities.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and deliver results under pressure.
• Teamoriented with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Demonstrates initiative accountability and continuous improvement mindset.

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management Business Engineering or equivalent.

Work Experience:

• Office-based 5 days per week with potential for travel.
• May require evening or weekend work to meet deadlines.

Additional Information

*This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. The candidate hired will also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by the supervisor. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as needed. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

GieseckeDevrient ePayments Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce encouraging applications from all qualified individuals. Upon request by the applicant accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process.

By applying to this position you are confirming you possess either a Canadian citizenship permanent resident status or valid work permit.

Please note: Reference Checks and Credit Criminal Background Checks will be administered on suitably qualified candidates. Your application will be kept on file for up to two years.

$$ Giesecke Devrient ePayments Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce encouraging applications from all qualified individuals. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you would like to contact us please contact Human Resources at

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Employment Type : Student
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 73000 - 91000