PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• Oversee all operational purchasing at our domestic manufacturing facilities and related companies.
• Source and procure MRO supplies (maintenance/repair/operations), capital equipment, and corporate services.

KEY RESULT AREAS/RESPONSIBILIES:

• Source, negotiate and procure materials/contractors/services as requested by Operations/Engineering.
• Improve implementation and execution of existing purchasing policies and procedures across the sites and related companies.
• Consolidate and optimize purchasing of MRO supplies.
• Review inventory/stocking levels and coordinate and schedule timely replenishment of maintenance items for each site according to historical demand and established lead times.
• Negotiate contracts on corporate services where assigned.
• Initiate request for quotes and establish supply agreements, where applicable, for items not already covered under purchasing agreements.
• Work with suppliers to find new and innovative methods to reduce costs and lead times
• Maintain regular contact with key suppliers to build and maintain relationships.
• Other purchasing duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• 5-10 years experience in a manufacturing environment with specific maintenance related duties.
• Experience working with Automated Maintenance/ERP systems
• 5 years minimum experience in purchasing, negotiating and contract management
• Ability to travel for work up to 30% of the time and legally permitted to travel to the USA.
• Post-secondary education- a completed degree, diploma or certificate is preferred.
• ASCM , PMAC or SCMA certification is an asset
• Skilled with Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Highly organized with a very strong analytical and attention to detail mindset
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and able to work with a diverse group of people
• Comfortable working in a factory environment

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