Buyer

Renaissance; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in telecommunications is looking for a Buyer to engage in procurement for a 12-month contract covering maternity leave. The role requires significant experience in sourcing materials and developing supplier relationships, with strong emphasis on negotiation and organizational skills.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Access and opportunity for individuals with disabilities

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of related procurement experience.
• Knowledge of end-to-end supply management processes including competitive bidding.
• Successful completion of Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) an asset.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the acquisition of materials and services according to operations requirements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal customers and external suppliers.
• Prepare procurement reports for the Supply Chain department.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

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 to work 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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