Associate Buyer (Co-op)

S&C Electric Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 62,466,000 - 77,366,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized Public Transit Program

Discounted Food & Beverage

Paid vacation days

Job summary

S&C Electric Canada is seeking a Co-op Associate Buyer for a Winter 2027 term (4 or 8 months), onsite in Canada. The role focuses on forecasting, analysis, and capacity management within a product line, with Oracle ERP involvement to ensure smooth production.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Supply Chain/Operations degree and have strong ERP and MS Office skills, plus excellent communication and organizational abilities. Compensation is field-appropriate and commensurate with study year.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a post-secondary degree/diploma in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.
• Enrolled for a 4 or 8 month Co-op starting Winter 2027.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with multitasking ability.
• Ability to work independently as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong proficiency with ERP for production planning.
• Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scheduling and production planning for the assigned assembly line.
• Partner with production planners to determine line needs and optimal scheduling.
• Monitor inventory and adjust purchases based on production schedules.
• Act as liaison between internal customers and stakeholders for schedule changes.
• Update item data in Oracle ERP to achieve inventory goals.
• Investigate product variations and supplier issues with buyers for resolution.
• Generate weekly or monthly forecast reports.
• Follow all company policies and rules.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

ERP proficiency

Education

Supply Chain/Operations degree or diploma

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

At S&C Electric Canada, Co-Op students are valued contributors to our mission of building a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. With over 70 years of innovation in Canada, we continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the power industry. As a co-op student, you will work on meaningful projects that support our operations and give you hands-on experience in a dynamic, safety-focused environment.

At S&C Electric Canada, Co-Op students are valued contributors to our mission of building a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. With over 70 years of innovation in Canada, we continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the power industry. As a co-op student, you will work on meaningful projects that support our operations and give you hands-on experience in a dynamic, safety-focused environment.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges!

Work Arrangement

Onsite

Work Term

Winter 2027; 4 Months (Jan. 2027 - Apr. 2027) or 8 Months (Jan. 2027 - Aug. 2027)

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, with a commitment to transparency in our pay practices. The hourly pay range for this position is $21.80 - $27.00. Individual pay within this range is determined by several compensable factors, including the year of study, type of academic program, and the number of prior co-op work terms completed.

Join Our Team as an Associate Buyer (Co-op)

The Associate Buyer is responsible for forecasting, analyzing, and managing the capacity of a product line within the organization. They address issues related to individual production line planning and play a key role in troubleshooting within Oracle ERP to ensure smooth and continuous production.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the scheduling and production planning for assigned assembly line at S&C.
• Partners with production planners and schedulers to determine the needs of the line, supply requirements and optimal scheduling for assembly operations.
• Monitor current inventory counts, dynamically recommending purchases based on adjusted production schedules and adjustments to one hand numbers when appropriate.
• Act as a liaison between internal customers, facilitating communication and ensuring all parties are informed when production schedule adjustments or changes are needed.
• Update and maintain item data in Oracle ERP system to achieve optimal inventory levels for production goals.
• Investigate and address challenges related to product variations and supplier issues, collaborating with the buyers to develop resolutions when needed.
• Generate and issue reports for weekly or monthly forecasts.
• Understand and comply with all applicable company policies and rules.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• Currently pursuing a post-secondary in Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Enrolled and eligible for a 4 or 8 month Co-op work term starting in Winter 2027.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members, adjusting communication approaches based on the audience.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as a part of the team.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete activities with accuracy.
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills and an ability to identify potential issues and seek support for resolution.
• Strong proficiency in utilizing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for production planning process.
• Proficient in Microsoft office products, including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Physical Effort

Normal or frequent minor physical effort required for the day-to-day activity in the workplace. May involve standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs and lifting/moving/using objects or equipment up to 20lbs.

Work Environment

Acceptable working environment with minor or almost no disagreeable or challenging working conditions as part of everyday expected levels (all jobs will occasionally experience undesirable or disagreeable events).

Vacancy Disclosure

This posting is to fill a future vacancy within S&C Electric Canada.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Please note that S&C Electric Canada may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.

Why Work for S&C Electric Canada Ltd

With over 70 years of innovation in Canada and a century globally, S&C Electric is a trusted leader in power reliability. We foster a collaborative, safety-focused environment where achievements are celebrated and growth is encouraged.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Subsidized Public Transit Program
• Discounted Food & Beverage
• Paid vacation days (applicable to 8 - 16-month co-ops)

At S&C, we believe in empowering our people and providing meaningful career opportunities.

S&C Electric Canada Ltd. is an equal-opportunity employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, S&C Electric Canada Ltd. will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform S&C Electric Canada Ltd.’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

About Us

In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world.

With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people-first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent-development programs and involved leadership.

S&C’s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.