Buyer

Leonardo DRS; Bedford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in Canada seeks a Buyer II in Bedford, Nova Scotia. This role involves managing procurement activities, negotiating with vendors, and ensuring compliance with supply chain controls. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to teamwork.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Competitive compensation

Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching contributions

Maternity and Parental leave top-up

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience.
• Experience in Engineering, Defense or Aerospace considered an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchases within the line of business area.
• Execute best in class supply chain concepts.
• Formulate and execute Purchase Orders.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Negotiation

Teamwork

Education

Degree, Diploma or Designation in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP system

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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DRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is located in Bedford, Nova Scotia. DRS Pivotal Power is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical applications supporting all branches of the military in Canada, the US and many countries abroad. All products are designed and manufactured in house by our growing team of over 80 employees. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics group and has currently over 30,000 fielded units boasting a field reliability of over 99%.

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Supply Chain Manager, the Buyer II is responsible to managing all purchases within their line of business area. The duties may include, but not be limited to, obtaining quotations, evaluation of proposals, award of purchase orders, and expediting the delivery of goods and services. The Buyer II will adhere and train stakeholders in processes and procedures governing financial and supply chain controls.

As a Buyer II, your main responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Ability to execute best in class supply chain concepts in daily work assignments;
• Formulating and executing Purchase Orders, in accordance with system driven demand planning and/or approved requisitions;
• Providing reporting and management of line of business procurement activities.
• Providing sourcing strategies for total cost of ownership, long lead, and volume based buying activities.
• Generating requests for proposals, bids and sourcing documents related to the purchasing of supplies, equipment, services and materials;
• Ability to quote bill of material lists to support business development
• Ability to develop a negotiation plan, negotiate with vendors, and a general understanding of commercial contract law.
• Providing expediting report and strategies to mitigate of risk through supply chain solutions.
• Resolving quality control and any problematic orders with vendors;
• Organizing, chairing and meditating vendor meetings on behalf of the organization, including maintaining records for line of business procurement activities.
• Evaluating supplier performance through key performance indicators
• Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with the company suppliers, in accordance with the ethical code and standards of conduct maintaining the highest standard of professionalism;
• Providing analytics, as required, to support buying activities which may include changes on price, sourcing activities, cost benefit decision making, leading indicators, activity levels, or project tracking;
• Providing reports detailing cost savings and avoidances or notable supply chain achievements;
• Organize and provide record keeping including copies of quotes, proposals and correspondence for team
• Ability to collaborate with team members remotely and within an office environment
• Ability to multi-task to manage priorities, multiple assignments and deadlines
• Ability to travel when required to vendor locations or Leonardo DRS offices
  

What you require to be successful in the role:

• A Degree, Diploma or Designation in Supply Chain Management considered an asset;
• Minimum 2 years of experience;
• Experience in Engineering, Defense or Aerospace considered an asset;
• Ability to work in an ERP system
• Ability to work in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access)
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal);
• Has a high attention to detail
• Works well within a team
  

Benefits of working with DRS

• A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
• An opportunity to work on industry leading edge technology
• Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
• Industry leading wellness program including:
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
  • Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Competitive compensation including:
  • Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning
  • Maternity and Parental leave top-up
  • Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off
    

About DRS Pivotal Power
DRS Pivotal Power Inc., a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is a leader in the development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical military applications. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Naval Electronics Canada Group.

All applicants must fulfill requirements for Canadian security clearance.
Applicants requiring a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are to advise Human Resources. DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants may apply to this position online at www.leonardodrs.com careers.
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Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

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