Associate Buyer/Planner

Sekisui Diagnostics PEI; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Comprehensive benefits

RRSP match

Education reimbursements

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Sekisui Diagnostics PEI seeks an Associate Buyer/Planner to plan, procure and expedite inventory for production, coordinating with Manufacturing and internal teams to maintain material availability. You will evaluate suppliers, negotiate pricing and terms, and support cost-saving initiatives while resolving supply issues.

The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary degree or diploma and three years of planning/buying experience, plus strong communication, math, and Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field.
• At least three years of planning or buying experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent math skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, procure and expedite inventory materials to meet production needs.
• Monitor inventory levels, sourcing lead times and forecasts with internal teams.
• Evaluate suppliers, negotiate pricing and terms.
• Support cost savings initiatives and resolve material availability issues.

Skills

Inventory planning

Procurement

Negotiation

Forecasting

Communication

Attention to detail

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Associate Buyer/Planner, you will plan, procure and expedite inventory materials to ensure availability in support of production requirements. Working closely with Manufacturing and other internal teams, you will monitor inventory levels, sourcing lead times, production requirements and forecasts while supporting purchasing and sourcing activities. You will also evaluate suppliers, negotiate pricing and terms, maintain supplier and product information, support cost savings initiatives, and assist in resolving material availability and supply issues as they arise.

Typically, this role requires a post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field of study and three years of previous planning or buying experience; a combination of education and experience will also be considered. To succeed, you should have strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent mathematical skills, proven negotiation and customer service skills, and a high attention to detail with the ability to adjust priorities as needed. Experience working in a manufacturing operation would be considered an asset, and proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $58,000 - $68,000. This role may also qualify for annual incentives and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

About us:

At Sekisui Diagnostics, we help improve patient outcomes by doing what we've always done - focusing on innovating and developing highly accurate diagnostics tests, reagents and systems. In recent years, social and consumer needs for medical care have been diversifying in line with dramatic transformations in the global medical environment. We will continue to embrace change and challenge new frontiers so that we can create unique, high-quality products and services that will leave our customers truly satisfied. With worldwide state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and an international sales and distribution network, we are a solid partner for healthcare professionals, distributors, and manufacturers around the world. Our global capabilities allow us to meet the specific needs of our wide range of customers - and customize solutions at both a regional and product level.

Sekisui Diagnostics offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including a generous hourly rate, participation in annual bonus plan, Company match to RRSP, education and fitness reimbursements and paid time off to volunteer.

As an equal opportunity employer, Sekisui Diagnostics is committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable country and local laws. It is also Sekisui Diagnostics policy to comply with all applicable country and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.