Buyer

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in aerospace seeks a dedicated Buyer to manage relationships with supply chain partners. This role involves ensuring quality and timely delivery of aircraft components while adhering to regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement and data analysis, with excellent communication skills to foster collaboration across departments. Join a forward-thinking company committed to innovation and quality in the aviation sector, where your contributions will directly impact operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in procurement within manufacturing or operations.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier quality and on-time delivery of aircraft products.
• Participate in supplier negotiations and vendor consolidation.

Skills

Procurement

Data Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Excel Skills

Education

Bachelor of Commerce

Engineering Degree

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.

Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.

Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.

As the interface between De Havilland and a group of our world class aerospace supply chain partners, the Buyer will be accountable for managing the ongoing and assured supply of aircraft parts and services in line with our requirements. Key accountabilities will include supplier delivered quality, on-time delivery performance, cost, inventory and vendor continuous improvement. The Buyer is also responsible for developing and improving the day-to-day relationship between De Havilland and its supply chain partners.

We currently have openings in Calgary, AB and Victoria, BC.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that all vendor-supplied products and services meet or exceed all regulatory, customer and company requirements.
• On time release of purchase orders to ERP demand and product lead times.
• On time delivery of vendor-supplied aircraft products and services.
• Maintaining purchase order data integrity in line with ERP system and managing exception messages generated from ERP system
• Working with De Havilland Supplier Quality Assurance, ensure that all vendors strictly adhere to De Havilland’s Quality Management System.
• Actively participate in De Havilland’s ongoing Continuous Improvement program.
• Ongoing review, management and coordination of vendor-related engineering change.
• Engage fully with De Havilland’s metric-based performance management processes.
• Seek to develop skills and experience by proactively participating in professional training and development programs.
• Participate in supplier negotiations and strategies around vendor consolidation
• Adhering to material spend and inventory targets
  
  
  

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

The Buyer will work within the Supply Chain function, and liaise with staff in Operations, Engineering, Quality and Finance. The role reports directly to the Procurement Manager. The Buyer is also responsible for managing the day-to-day relationship between De Havilland and its supply chain partners.

Experience And/Or Educational Requirements

• Bachelor of Commerce, Engineering or similar numerate discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years’ experience working in a procurement role within a manufacturing or operations environment.
• An understanding of contemporary lean manufacturing principles and practices.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to learn.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work effectively with people at all organizational levels.
• Intermediate / advanced computer and data analysis skills are desirable.
• Strong excel skills
• Experience in data analysis is a distinct asset
• APICS certification, although not required, is a distinct asset.
• Aerospace experience, although not required, is a distinct asset.
  
  
  

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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