Buyer - St. Catharines, Canada - Kraun Electric

Kraun Electric

Verified Company

St. Catharines, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Our Values - SPARK

Our company values are at the
core of everything we do. How we do our work is equally important as what we
do for work. We hire people who align with these values. We call them our SPARK values.
We are a growing electrical contracting company specializing in construction and service work. We seek a dedicated and knowledgeable buyer to join our team.

This position is crucial in ensuring that our projects and service work have high-quality electrical materials that are competitively priced and delivered on schedule.

Kraun Electric procures millions of dollars of materials for our projects and service departments. The Buyer will ensure that material supply is uninterrupted through inventory control, ordering procedures and maintaining delivery schedule(s).

Role and Responsibilities

Research, source, and procure electrical materials & equipment required for projects and service work
Build strong relationships with vendors, negotiate pricing, and secure favourable terms and conditions
Ensure all procured materials meet specified quality standards and comply with applicable industry regulations and codes
Collaborate with team members to ensure timely materials and equipment delivery to meet project deadlines.
Stay current on delivery schedule(s) and proactively follow up on any changes and communicate updates to various stakeholders
Continuously evaluate market trends, monitor material costs, and identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality or delivery timelines
Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities, generate reports, and regularly update management regarding purchasing status and potential issues
Enter data, including inventory information on various software/programs/databases
Create purchase orders in line with pricing agreements and bills of material
Execute cycle count program and other inventory management programs
Work closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous business improvement
Reconcile packing slips to orders received and actively follow up on backorders
Assist with maintaining, cleaning, and organizing the warehouse
Process, negotiate and monitor returns of overstock material
Professionally represent Kraun and demonstrate SPARK values consistently
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

A college diploma or bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent work experience will be considered
Relevant certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) are advantageous
Valid Ontario driver's license and able to provide an acceptable driver's abstract

Preferred Skills & Experience

Proven ability to negotiate favourable pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers
A meticulous approach to reviewing product specifications, ensuring accuracy in purchase orders, and verifying delivery quantities
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fastpaced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with vendors, project managers, electricians, and other stakeholders
Comfortable working with procurement software, inventory management systems, and MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
Familiarity with electrical materials and equipment used in the electrical contracting field is advantageous
Ability to analyze pricing data, market trends, and supplier performance to make informed procurement decisions
Understand supply chain processes and logistics to optimize material flow and minimize disruptions.
Possess welldeveloped analytical, decision and critical thinking skills
Able to problem solve, work independently and meet deadlines by managing work volume, tasks and time efficiently and is flexible in work approach
Able to operate or comfortable learning to operate a forklift

Working Environment & Physical Demands