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Purchasing AssociateGroom & Associés / Associates • Markham, Ontario (ON), CA
Purchasing Associate

Purchasing Associate

Groom & Associés / Associates • Markham, Ontario (ON), CA
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

POSITION : Purchasing Associate

JOB TYPE : Permanent full time

LOCATION : Markham, ON

INDUSTRY : Manufacturing - small to medium size enterprise

WORK MODEL : 100% on site

IMPORTANT NOTE

  • Please note that all applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada, for our client, at the time of hire; therefore, must be a Canadian citizen.

What you can expect :

  • Inclusive culture with forums that let employees connect, share ideas, and feel heard.
  • Competitive compensation package that includes, paid comprehensive health benefits plan and RRSP matching plan (employee / employer contribution).
  • To apply please send your CV to

    We thank all candidates for showing interest in this role; however, only retained candidates will be contacted.

    About our client :

    Our client, a small to medium enterprise, is a leader in advanced electrical test equipment for aerospace, defense, transportation, and mission-critical industrial applications, is proud to continue growing and investing in their people. Our client recognizes the hard work and contributions of their team and offer a comprehensive benefits package, professional-development opportunities, and a supportive workplace built on innovation, accountability, and technical excellence.

    Position Overview :

    The Purchasing Associate plays a critical role within the organization's supply-chain and operations team, supporting the procurement of complex electronic components, harnessing materials, precision assemblies, and outsourced manufacturing services. This position ensures continuity of supply for high-reliability products used in aerospace, defense, rail, and industrial test applications.

    Duties & Responsibilities :

  • Perform daily reviews of MRP requirements and collaborate with suppliers to establish optimal quantities, delivery schedules, and shipping methods;
  • Manage supplier performance issues, including quality concerns, delivery delays, and service gaps;
  • Identify solutions to supply-chain challenges such as budget constraints, lead-time changes, vendor errors, or material shortages;
  • Review and track all outstanding purchase orders; follow up on discrepancies and ensure accurate fulfillment;
  • Coordinate material transfers from third-party warehouses to Company's main facility in a timely and cost-effective manner;
  • Review monthly demand forecasts and initiate blanket orders for long-lead components (PCBs, relays, connectors, harness components, etc.);
  • Obtain and analyze monthly inventory reports from key suppliers to maintain accurate visibility of stock levels and WIP;
  • Seek continuous-improvement opportunities and cost-reduction initiatives within the procurement cycle;
  • Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Business Development teams to understand material requirements and support new-product introduction (NPI);
  • Contribute to departmental and organizational objectives as a collaborative member of the operations team.
  • Experience & Skills required :

  • Minimum 3 years of procurement experience in electronics manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability industrial environments;
  • Experience with ERP systems;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (advanced functions such as VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data analysis);
  • Good negotiation, supplier-management, and communication skills;
  • Analytical thinker with the ability to solve problems in a fast-paced, engineering-driven environment;
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
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