Buyer

Sanmina; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider is seeking a Buyer for their Ottawa office. This role involves managing procurement activities, supplier relationships, and ensuring a continuous supply chain, while requiring a strong understanding of MRP and Oracle systems. The successful candidate will thrive in a detail-oriented, customer-focused environment and contribute to cost analysis and supplier negotiations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years related experience.
• Strong understanding of MRP and Oracle.
• Organized, detail-oriented, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of commodities to optimize the supply chain and ensure defect-free materials.
• Negotiate supply agreements and maintain supplier base.
• Lead and mentor less experienced staff.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Tools

MRP

Oracle

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering quality and support to OEMs in communications, defense, aerospace, industrial, semiconductor, medical, multimedia, computing, automotive, and clean technology sectors. The company has facilities worldwide.

Position Summary

Under supervision, coordinates purchasing activities to meet forecasts and processes requests promptly. Places orders based on MRP requirements, verifies prices and delivery dates, and may administer EDI programs. Expediting and supplier delivery monitoring are involved. Researches new supply sources, typically working with a limited AVL list.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of commodities to optimize the supply chain, ensuring defect-free materials at the lowest total cost.
• Analyze situations/data to evaluate factors and make informed decisions.
• Network with internal and external stakeholders.
• Make responsible decisions within scope, escalating issues as needed.
• Maintain supplier base, negotiate supply agreements, and ensure supply continuity.
• Contribute to cost analysis and develop supplier relationships.
• Provide market insights and guidance to team members.
• Lead and mentor less experienced staff.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years related experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Strong understanding of MRP and Oracle.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Organized, detail-oriented, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple demands.
• Customer-focused and team-oriented.

Sanmina is committed to accessibility and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, with accommodations available upon request.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
• Industries: Electronics Manufacturing