Buyer - Steinbach, Canada - WS Steel

WS Steel

Verified Company

Steinbach, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

WS Steel is a Tier 1 OEM fabricator with a compliment of ~200 employees. We manufacture both high volume components and large-scale products/ projects across a wide range of industries. We are currently seeking a Buyer (Steel) to join our team

Reporting directly to the COO, the Buyer will work collaboratively with leadership across multiple departments to purchase materials as required to meet production needs.

This role is responsible for procuring materials in a timely manner, at the most favorable price, while building and maintaining relationships with key suppliers.

Responsibilities

Placing orders for materials to ensure accurate and timely deliveries.
Monitoring and confirming expected materials shipping dates and pricing.
Preparing requests for quotes and other vendor documentation
Resolving any errors on purchase orders as required
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and maintaining documentation required as per ISO standards.
Relaying information from vendors, including pricing and lead times to leadership.
Organize, coordinate, and periodically conduct physical inspections of inventory levels.
Verify shipment contents for accuracy, condition, and quantity.
Arrange for transportation of materials when necessary.
Assist with inventory related tasks.
Any other duties as reasonably required.

Qualifications

Postsecondary education in materials management, or business administration an asset
Prior experience as a buyer required.
An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
Thorough knowledge of software systems including ERP, excel, etc.
Strong knowledge of internal controls and financial management
Demonstrated knowledge of purchasing and contracting techniques and procedures
Excellent verbal and written communication / negotiation skills; able to represent the company in a professional manner.
Able to make sound, wellinformed decisions.
Selfstarter, able to work with mínimal supervision.
Strong mathematical ability

Working Conditions

Manual dexterity is required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
Able to sit for extended periods.
Able to work outside yearround to confirm materials as required.
Office hours are from 8:00 am 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.
Overtime as required.

WS Steel offers an excellent company benefits package, industry competitive wages, and company RRSP matching.
We thank all interested parties; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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