Buyer - Milton, Canada - Eaton

Eaton

Verified Company

Milton, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Eaton's ES AMER PCS CA division is currently seeking a Buyer for its Milton, ON facility. This is a hybrid position requiring presence in the office 4 days per week.

What you'll do:

Primary Function

Maintain the existence of a cost effective material and service supply line that supports the manufacturing and sales of LVDA's products.

Essential Functions

Procure indirect materials and services (MRO) to support production and facility.

Areas include but not limited to:
machine repairs, tools, service agreements, chemicals, paints, preventative maintenance programs, office supplies, etc.

Manage and develop supplier to ensure optimal quality and delivery.
Develop, maintain and foster strong supplier relationships.
Drive cost reduction in the indirect materials space.
Actively engage in the capital appropriation process to ensure compliance to corporate policy.
Manage the Just in time/consignment programs for steel, copper, hardware, wiring accessories, etc. Track consumption and provide forecasts to suppliers.
Maintain the invoice on hold metrics, ensuring timely clearance of invoices.
Act as the champion of the Ariba indirect procurement program for the site.
Provide monthly accrual of indirect purchases to finance.
Support waste management program including monthly waste audit, scrap metal, scrap wood, chemical disposals, etc

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

University Degree/College Diploma.
Negotiation/Supplier Relationship experience.
Sound knowledge of products and systems, division purchasing and accounting policies.
Strong problem solving expertise with excellent time management capabilities.
Excellent communication, planning and organizational skills.
Strong data analysis and problem solving skills required
Advanced knowledge of purchasing techniques and supplier management with advanced computer skills especially in MS Office and database management.

Preferred Qualifications

PMAC Certificate in Purchasing.
Experience with Oracle or SAP is strongly preferred.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees.

Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.