Buyer

Gexel Telecom International Inc.; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Hybrid work model

Paid holidays

Group insurance

RRSP with employer contributions

Social club and team events

Job summary

Mecademic is seeking a highly organized Buyer to join our supply chain team in Montreal. You will source electronic components essential for manufacturing our precision robot arms, manage the full purchasing cycle, and collaborate with engineering to ensure component specifications are met.

The role requires strong negotiation, ERP proficiency, and bilingual communication in French and English. You will navigate a global supplier network, monitor market trends, and optimize inventory to prevent

Qualifications

• Must have at least five years of experience as a buyer in manufacturing or tech.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage full purchasing cycle for production and R&D components.
• Identify, evaluate, and build relationships with local and international suppliers; negotiate terms.
• Ensure compliance by verifying specifications with engineering team.
• Issue purchase orders, track deliveries, and maintain optimal stock levels.
• Monitor electronic components market to anticipate obsolescence and price changes; propose alternatives.
• Maintain ERP data accuracy: prices, lead times, and supply parameters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Negotiation

Problem solving

Communication

Bilingual French/English

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

MS Excel

Job description

At Mecademic, we design, develop, and manufacture the world's smallest, most precise, and easiest-to-integrate industrial robot arms. Our mission is to democratize automation in cutting-edge sectors such as aerospace, automotive, medical device manufacturing, and, of course, electronics. Joining Mecademic means joining an innovative, passionate, and growing team.

Your Role

We are looking for a highly qualified Buyer to join our supply chain team. As a purchasing expert, you will be responsible for sourcing electronic components essential for manufacturing our high-precision robots.

This role requires an extremely meticulous and detail-oriented person, capable of navigating the complexities of the global market, anticipating shortages, and ensuring our rigorous quality standards are always met.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing: Manage the full purchasing cycle for components required for production and R&D.
• Supplier Negotiation and Management: Identify, evaluate, and build strong relationships with local and international suppliers. Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery times.
• Quality Control and Rigor: Ensure meticulous verification of technical specifications in collaboration with the engineering team to avoid any non-compliance.
• Order and Inventory Management: Issue purchase orders, track deliveries, manage potential delays, and maintain optimal stock levels to avoid production interruptions.
• Market Monitoring: Actively monitor the electronic components market to anticipate parts obsolescence (EOL) and price fluctuations, and proactively propose alternative solutions.
• Continuous Improvement: Keep data up-to-date in the ERP system (prices, lead times, supply parameters) with an impeccable level of accuracy.

Your Profile

• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience as a buyer, ideally in a manufacturing or technological environment.
• Attention to Detail: An extremely meticulous and rigorous mindset. You are recognized for your ability to spot errors that others miss.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and excellent knowledge of the MS Office suite (particularly Excel).
• Communication Skills: Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Languages: Bilingualism (French and English), both oral and written, to effectively communicate with our international partners.

Job Conditions

Full-time position (40h/week) to be filled as soon as possible at our site located at 1300, rue St-Patrick, Montreal, QC (moving to our new modern premises in Brossard in 2027).

Compensation based on profile and experience.

Must be authorized to work in Canada (citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work permit).

What We Offer

Flexible work hours.

Hybrid work model – up to 2 days of remote work per week.

Company culture that emphasizes work-life balance.

A week of paid leave during the December holidays (in addition to annual leave).

Comprehensive group insurance with employer contribution from your first day.

Group RRSP with employer contributions.

Social club and team events.

Free drinks, snacks, and much more!