General Dynamics Land Systems - 27 Jobs
London, ON
Posted 19 days ago
Job Details:
Full-time
Experienced
Description
We are seeking a motivated Associate Buyer to support procurement and supply chain activities across our programs. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the right materials and services are sourced efficiently and strategically, while having the opportunity to develop foundational skills in sourcing, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration within a dynamic environment. This is a hands-on opportunity to launch your career in supply chain while contributing to meaningful, complex programs that have a real impact. We're looking for someone eager to learn, proactive, and ready to make an impact.
In this role, you will:
- Support and lead sourcing activities, including negotiating scope, pricing, timelines, and terms to deliver best value
- Coordinate supplier selection and contribute to purchase orders and subcontract awards
- Help manage supplier performance, resolving issues and ensuring on-time delivery
- Monitor costs, track budgets, and support change management processes
- Stay informed on market trends and explore new technologies and supplier capabilities
- Build strong supplier relationships and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Contribute to forecasting and planning activities to meet program needs
- Collaborate with engineering and project teams on new product launches and design changes
Required Qualifications:
- University degree or college diploma in business or supply chain related discipline
- Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience
- Proficient in MS Office applications
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships
- A knack for negotiation and influencing outcomes
- A creative, solutions-oriented mindset
- Ability to travel (10% Cdn, 10% US/Int'l) and possess / be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in procurement, supply chain, or a related field
- Technical aptitude
- Financial aptitude
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Frequently Asked Questions
This is an Associate Buyer role based in London, ON.
You’ll support and lead sourcing activities, coordinate supplier selection, help manage supplier performance, monitor costs and budgets, stay informed on market trends, build supplier relationships, contribute to forecasting, and collaborate with engineering and project teams on new product launches and design changes.
A university degree or college diploma in a business or supply chain discipline, 1–2 years of relevant experience, proficiency with MS Office, strong problem-solving and communication skills, negotiation ability, and willingness to travel (10% Canada, 10% US/International) with a valid passport.
This is a full-time position.
The role provides hands-on experience in procurement and supply chain, with opportunities to develop skills in sourcing, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration within a dynamic environment.
Yes, there is travel expected at about 10% in Canada and 10% internationally, and a valid passport is required or must be maintainable.
Salary information is not provided in the job description (listed as N/A).
