Buyer

Aplin; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aplin in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead procurement activities for valued materials and non-routine requirements. The role involves ensuring compliance with policies, managing RFQs, and coordinating with internal teams to resolve quality and invoice issues.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with several years in procurement or supply chain. The position is a 1-year renewable contract based in Halifax, with responsibilities spanning from

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field with 4+ years of related experience or an Associate degree with 6+ years of related experience.
• Experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, preferably in manufacturing or technical environments.
• Experience managing high-value and non-routine procurement activities.
• Familiarity with formal procurement procedures and contractual compliance requirements.
• Experience processing purchase requisitions, purchase orders, purchase change orders, and RFQs.
• Knowledge of supplier quality processes, nonconforming materials, RMAs, and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for assigned materials and commodities, including high-value purchases and non-routine procurement.
• Ensure purchasing aligns with policies, contracts, and procedures.
• Process requisitions, POs, change orders, and RFQs.
• Coordinate with suppliers for quotations and issue resolution.
• Manage nonconforming material reports, RMAs, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Quality, Receiving, AP, and other stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.
• Support day-to-day procurement priorities for Supply Chain leadership.

Skills

Procurement

Purchasing

Supply chain management

RFQs

Contract compliance

Vendor relations

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

If you are a talented and experienced Senior Buyer, Aplin has the right opportunity for you! Our client, a leader in their field, has partnered with Aplin to grow their team in Halifax, Nova Scotia!

Position Summary
The Senior Buyer is responsible for managing procurement activities for assigned materials and commodities, including high-value purchases typically exceeding $250,000 and non-routine procurement requirements. This role ensures purchasing activities align with company policies, contractual obligations, and established procurement procedures. The Senior Buyer works closely with suppliers and internal departments to resolve procurement and quality issues, maintain accurate purchasing records, and support efficient supply chain operations.

Contract Duration: 1-year renewable contract

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for assigned materials and commodities, including high-value purchases and non-routine procurement requirements.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies, contractual obligations, and established procurement procedures.
• Process purchase requisitions, purchase orders, purchase change orders, and requests for quotation (RFQs).
• Coordinate with suppliers to obtain quotations, clarify requirements, and resolve procurement-related issues.
• Manage nonconforming material reports within the quality management system, coordinating supplier defect reports, return material authorizations (RMAs), and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Quality, Receiving, Accounts Payable, and other internal stakeholders to resolve material discrepancies, invoice issues, and receiving errors.
• Follow up on outstanding supplier issues and invoice discrepancies to support timely vendor payments and minimize procurement delays.
• Provide day-to-day procurement support to Supply Chain leadership, assisting with purchasing priorities and issue resolution.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation to support internal processes, compliance, and audit requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Typically, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field and 4+ years of related experience, or an associate degree in a related field and 6+ years of related experience.
• Experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, preferably within a manufacturing or technical environment.
• Experience managing high-value and non-routine procurement activities.
• Familiarity with formal procurement procedures and contractual compliance requirements.
• Experience processing purchase requisitions, purchase orders, purchase change orders, and RFQs.
• Knowledge of supplier quality processes, nonconforming materials, RMAs, and corrective actions.
• Experience resolving invoice discrepancies, receiving errors, and supplier-related issues.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accurate documentation and attention to detail.

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.