Buyer

Renrns; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in telecommunications is seeking a Buyer for a 12-month maternity leave contract. The role involves procurement of materials, negotiation with suppliers, and ensuring quality conditions, requiring a Bachelor’s degree and minimum four years of experience. Excellent organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum four (4) years of related procurement experience required.
• Knowledge of end-to-end supply management processes including bidding and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the acquisition of materials according to operations requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery, and payment terms with suppliers.
• Prepare procurement reports for the Supply Chain department.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

About Renaissance:

Renaissance is a global leader in telecommunications, electronics and harsh environment repair, engineering, logistics and support solutions. We optimize the life cycles of our global customers by innovating what is available, to access the unavailable.

We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance.

For additional information on Renaissance, please visit our website at www.renrns.com.

Overall Requirements:

We are looking for a buyer to participate in the procurement of materials and services in accordance with customer and operational requirements. This role is a 12 month, full-time contract, for maternity leave coverage.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the acquisition of materials and services according to operations requirements, obtaining the best total cost of ownership, terms of execution and quality conditions.
• Provide suggestions to improve transactional practices for activities related to the materials and services purchasing process.
• Proactively resolve complex issues and demonstrate innovative thinking by making recommendations to the purchasing process.
• Support contracting needs and help identify and develop suppliers to support operational requirements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with both internal customers and external suppliers. Negotiate pricing, delivery, payment terms, approved substitutes and other cost saving initiatives.
• Collaborate with Inventory Control and Warehouse to ensure there are no stock outs and no financial loss to the operation due to issues with Supply Chain.
• Support the continuous improvement and execution of the purchasing strategy, policies and guidelines regarding materials categories and contracts, cost savings and other performance metrics.
• Prepare procurement reports for the Supply Chain department
• Maintain the confidentiality of all Corporate information
• Adhere to all Corporate policies, procedures and guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field
• Minimum four (4) years of related procurement experience

Additional Qualifications:

• Strong computer skills using office software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Ability to be an integral team member in a growing, fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal, written communication skills with the ability to communicate and interact effectively with a wide variety of people
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills & the ability towork in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of end-to-end supply management processes including competitive bidding, contract management and supplier performance management
• Autonomous, experienced negotiation skills, conflict resolution, able to manage a high volume of work with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Successful completion of the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) an asset
• High ethical standards

Renaissance Repair and Supply values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to providing access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities. We will provide reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]

This position may require exposure to confidential information. All applicants must meet eligibility requirements of the Controlled Goods Directorate (CGD).

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