Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, the Buyer will be responsible for the following key duties:
1. Purchasing and Procurement
- Convert approved purchase requests into Purchase Orders (POs).
- Obtain quotations and negotiate with suppliers.
- Purchase required parts, materials, and services.
- Verify pricing, delivery schedules, and order confirmations.
- Maintain purchasing data and records in the ERP system.
2. Order and Supplier Management
- Monitor and follow up on open, delayed, and backordered purchase orders.
- Resolve discrepancies related to receipts and deliveries.
- Process supplier returns (RMAs) and claims.
- Ensure applicable credits and reimbursements are received.
- Maintain positive and effective relationships with suppliers.
3. Logistics and Transportation
- Coordinate the transportation of goods.
- Obtain freight and transportation quotes.
- Track shipments and customs documentation.
- Ensure delivery commitments and deadlines are met.
4. Compliance and Documentation
- Ensure compliance with aviation industry regulations and requirements.
- Obtain and verify Certificates of Conformance (CoC) and other required documentation.
- Maintain purchasing documentation and records within the ERP system.
- Support supplier qualification and approval activities.
5. Supplier Management
- Ensure suppliers are approved in accordance with company standards and Transport Canada requirements.
- Maintain the approved supplier list.
- Assist with onboarding and integrating new suppliers.
6. Internal Collaboration and Operational Support
- Collaborate closely with Production, Planning, Engineering, Finance, and Stores teams.
- Participate in project kick-off meetings and maintenance-related activities.
- Support procurement needs to ensure uninterrupted operations.
7. Customer Service (Aviation Sector)
- Communicate with customers regarding purchasing activities and contractual agreements.
- Coordinate administrative aspects related to aircraft maintenance projects.
- Monitor and support aircraft customs clearance requirements.
Profile Sought
- Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or aviation environment.
- Experience working with an ERP system.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong follow-up, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent internal and external customer service skills.
What We Offer
- 2 weeks of vacation.
- 64 flexible hours per year.
- RRSP program with a 2.5% employer contribution.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- On-site parking.