Purchasing - Buyer - Niagara Falls, Canada - Salit Steel

Salit Steel

Verified Company

Niagara Falls, Canada

5 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager, the Service Centre Buyer, will serve as an integral member of our Purchasing Department in Niagara Falls.

This role is responsible for sourcing steel to meet the needs of a diverse customer base.
Position Functions

Prepare purchase orders, solicit proposals/quotes and make recommendations for purchase

Maintain awareness of market, trends and provide insight to business to help drive buying decisions

Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize inventory levels and respond to changing market demands.

Source and negotiate with vendors to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.

Maintain relationships with suppliers while continually seeking new opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Collaborate with internal teams to understand business requirements and ensure timely procurement of goods and services.

Utilize Microsoft Excel and other tools to analyze data, track procurement metrics, and support decision-making processes.

Demonstrate strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines consistently.

Conduct regular vendor meetings, both on-site and off-site, to review performance and discuss opportunities for collaboration.

Actively participate in cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and achieve company goals.

Embrace a customer-centric approach, understanding that the primary focus of the role is to contribute to the company's profitability.

Maintain professionalism and effective communication through written correspondence, phone calls, and in-person interactions.

Be comfortable working on the shop floor as needed, interacting with operational teams and gaining hands-on experience.

Adapt quickly to changing priorities and enjoy multitasking in a fast-paced environment.

Foster positive relationships both internally and externally, promoting a collaborative and team-oriented culture.

Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Working Conditions
The successful incumbent will be working 40+ hours per week in an office setting. On-going use of computers is required.
Physical Requirements

NONE
Direct Reports

NONE
Core Competencies
Customer Focus

Communication

Team Work

Quality Orientation

Time Management

Analytical & Mathematical Reasoning

Decision Making and Judgement

Planning and Organizing

Problem Solving

Result Focused & Financially Driven

Accountability and Dependability

Developmental & Continual Learning

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of 7 years of commercial or industry experience, with a focus on procurement or purchasing.

Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Strong negotiation skills and business acumen, with a track record of achieving cost savings and process improvements.

Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office / Excel, with a willingness to advance knowledge and skills.

Familiarity with ERP systems, with the ability to navigate and extract relevant data for analysis.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a desire to learn and use reporting tools to analyze complex information.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and departments.

Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Self-motivated and proactive, with a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.