Associate Buyer

As an S&C Electric Canada team member, you’ll work on tasks and projects that have real-world impact. You’ll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has a history of more than 70 years of innovation in Canada. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the power industry. As a team member, you will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We’re big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.

Join Our Team as an Associate Buyer!

Work arrangement: Onsite

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members and are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $54630 - $72387.4. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training.

This position may also be eligible for S&C’s annual incentive plan (AIP). AIP amounts are variable and are dependent on both company and individual performance, subject to eligibility criteria. The target bonus percentage for this role is 5% of annual base earnings.

The Associate Buyer is responsible for maintaining accurate purchasing item data as well as supplier info. They are also responsible for ensuring the production teams receive the supplies and material they require in a timely and cost-effective manner. The role partners with other Buyers, leadership, production planning, and non-production teams to understand production material needs and adjust procurement data accordingly while adhering to function standards and S&C Policies & Procedures.

What You Will Do:

• Work alongside other Buyers to understand a specific set of commodities required for certain production lines and work with suppliers to acquire the needed materials in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Tracks purchases, monitor vendor quality and maintain records of supplier performance and information.
• Act as the primary point of contact with suppliers, work closely with them to address timing and quality issues.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with both production and non-production teams to ensure that materials and production supplies are provided in a timely manner.
• Maintain suppler trackers outside of Oracle database.
• Maintain purchasing item data.
• Maintain supplier catalog information.
• Analyze purchasing data to spot trends and opportunities.
• Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
  

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Operations or Supply Chain Management.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members, adjusting communication approaches based on the audience.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete activities with accuracy.
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills and an ability to identify potential issues and seek support for resolution.
• Ability to work in manufacturing and assembly environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, and Excel
  

Physical Effort:

Normal or frequent minor physical effort required for the day-to-day activity in the workplace. May involve standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs and lifting/moving/using objects or equipment up to 20lbs.

Work Environment:

Acceptable working environment with minor or almost no disagreeable or challenging working conditions as part of everyday expected levels (all jobs will occasionally experience undesirable or disagreeable events).

Vacancy Disclosure:

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within S&C Electric Canada.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure:

Please note that S&C Electric Canada may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.

Why Work for S&C Electric Canada Ltd

With over 70 years of innovation in Canada and a century globally, S&C Electric is a trusted leader in power reliability. We foster a collaborative, safety-focused environment where achievements are celebrated and growth is encouraged.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus
• Generous employer-matched retirement savings plan
• Three weeks of paid vacation, plus paid holiday shutdown
• 100% employer-paid health and wellness benefits, including:
  o Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  o Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) & Personal Spending Account (PSA)
  o Life, AD&D, and disability insurance, with optional enhancement
• Summer hours program
• Education reimbursement
• Seniority recognition
• Access to Spark LMS for continuous learning and development
• A safe and fun working environment where we celebrate our milestones.

These are just some of the other reasons why S&C is a great place to work. At S&C, we believe in empowering our people and providing meaningful career opportunities. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and join a team where your contributions matter. Apply and join our team today!

S&C Electric Canada Ltd. is an equal-opportunity employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, S&C Electric Canada Ltd. will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform S&C Electric Canada Ltd.’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

About Us

In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world.

With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people-first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent-development programs and involved leadership.

S&C’s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.