Buyer - Subcontract Manufacturing - Cambridge, Canada - ATS Automation Tooling Systems

ATS Automation Tooling Systems

Verified Company

Cambridge, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

MAJOR DUTIES:

Reporting to the Purchasing Team Leader, the Buyer will source, negotiate, and purchase a variety of sub-contract machining and fabrication requirements in accordance with departmental goals, objectives, and best practices.

The Buyer will also be involved in Purchase Order management - confirmations, expediting, problem resolution and processing NCR's.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Process purchasing documentation (i.e. Requisitions, Purchase Orders, Cancellation Forms and nonconforming product) in accordance with ATS policies and procedures.
Track, monitor and maintain purchase order deliveries to drive ontime delivery to schedules.
Communicate with, evaluate and approve suppliers to ascertain their ability to meet company requirements, goals and objectives.
Negotiate prices, discounts and delivery arrangements with suppliers.
Resolve invoicing discrepancies and approve for payment.
Prepares reports and data as required.
Assist Senior & Intermediate Buyers with special projects and/or tasks as required.

Qualifications:

Education:

A post-secondary diploma or degree in materials management or equivalent. Supply Chain Canada (or equivalent) designation is an asset. Manufacturing or Engineering education or experience is an asset.

Experience:

Theoretical or handson knowledge of purchasing or materials management concepts is an asset
Experience in a custom manufacturing environment is an asset.
Sound working knowledge of MS Office software (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point, Teams)
Ability to interpret engineering drawings is an asset.
Excellent oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to interact in a team environment.