Buyer (Manufacturing) - Burlington, Canada - DM Lyons Consulting

DM Lyons Consulting
DM Lyons Consulting
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Burlington, Canada

3 weeks ago

Sophia Lee

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Position Purpose and Objectives
The Buyer reports to the Director of Manufacturing will be responsible for the following:


Responsibilities:


  • Drive supplier ontime delivery performance to 95% or better
  • Source finished goods, raw materials and services at best possible price and delivery from international and domestic vendors
  • Administer contracts for Landscaping, Snowremoval, Janitorial services and uniform cleaning
  • Purchase from both requisitions and reorder reports
  • Prepare, submit and expedite purchase orders and arrange prompt delivery of goods and services
  • Track shipments and expedite deliveries
  • Liaise with Sales, Engineering, Production, Project Management, and Production Planning
  • Attend Project Meetings with Sales, QC and Production and report on progress of incoming parts
  • Track Purchasing activities
  • Manage Non-Conformance Reports issued to vendors
  • Process product returns to vendors, including shipping and customs documents
  • File and distribute all purchase orders
  • Participate in the design and execution of visual purchasing aids (i.e. Kanban)
  • Seek new sources of supply where required
  • Support the development & execution of the supplier evaluation process and action plans
  • Ensure SDS sheets for suppliers are received and up to date
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

  • Ability to speak effectively to vendors & employees
  • Ability to solve practical problems and work under tight timelines
  • Ability to work independently
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Strong bias for action
  • Takes initiative
  • Purchasing basics and lean manufacturing experience an asset
  • CSCP preferred
Minimum Qualifications

  • Post-Secondary Materials Planning Diploma an asset
  • 35 years of buying experience
  • Competencies Required for Success
  • Competent in required job skills and knowledge
  • Keeps others adequately informed
  • Resolves problems in early stages
  • Exhibits sound and accurate judgment
  • Includes appropriate people in the decisionmaking process
  • Adapts to change in the work environment
  • Accepts criticism and feedback
  • Prioritizes and plans work activities
  • Uses time efficiently
  • Reacts well under pressure
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