Buyer

Woodward Inc.; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodward Canada Inc. is seeking a Buyer to join our Peterborough team, focusing on supplier management, PO processing, inventory monitoring and cost analysis to drive value and on-time delivery while ensuring quality.

You will work with suppliers and internal teams to secure reliable supply chains, optimize purchasing, and maintain accurate procurement records, with security clearance required under the Controlled Goods Program.

Qualifications

• Negotiation skills to obtain favorable supplier terms.
• Analytical abilities to interpret market trends and supplier data.
• Strong communication with suppliers and internal teams.
• Attention to detail in purchase orders and inventory records.
• Vendor management to secure reliable supply chains and favorable terms.

Responsibilities

• Supplier management: develop and maintain supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery and quality.
• Purchase Order Management: create and process POs with required approvals.
• Inventory Monitoring: track levels and determine purchasing needs.
• Cost Analysis: analyze costs and negotiate prices for cost-effective purchasing.
• Data Maintenance: maintain accurate purchase records and supplier information in procurement system.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytics

Communication

Attention to detail

Vendor management

Time management

Problem solving

Procurement software

Supply chain management

Inventory management

ERP systems

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Location: Peterborough, Canada

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

• Estimated annual base pay: $61,000- $79,000- $98,000
• 12 months Fixed Term Contract

Are you ready to make your mark? If you’re a Buyer, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

What You Will Be Doing

• Supplier Management: Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery and quality of goods.
• Purchase Order Management: Creates and processes purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring all necessary approvals are obtained.
• Inventory Monitoring: Tracks inventory levels to determine purchasing needs and prevent stock shortages or excesses.
• Cost Analysis: Assists in analyzing costs and negotiating prices with suppliers to achieve cost effective purchasing solutions.
• Data Maintenance: Maintains accurate records of purchases, supplier information, and transactions within the company’s procurement system.

What We Are Looking For

• Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate favorable terms and prices with suppliers to ensure the best value for the company.
• Analytical Abilities: Proficient in analyzing market trends, pricing data, and supplier performance to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Communication Skills: Effective in communicating with suppliers, internal teams, and stakeholders to ensure clear understanding of requirements and expectations.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in managing purchase orders, contracts, and inventory levels to prevent errors and ensure accuracy.
• Vendor Management: Skilled in building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors to secure reliable supply chains and favorable terms.
• Time Management: Capable of prioritizing tasks and managing multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines and business objectives.
• Problem Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues in the supply chain and implement effective solutions to maintain smooth operations.
• Knowledge of Procurement Software: Proficient in using procurement and inventory management software to streamline purchasing processes.
• Supply Chain Management: Ability to navigate ERP, Ops Management and Logistics where material can be manufactured into a finished product.
• Inventory Management: Ability to develop and monitor controls for inventory limits.

This position requires security clearance under the Controlled Goods Program, all successful applicants will be required to undertake a background check.

Woodward Canada Inc. is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request throughout all stages of the hiring process.

This recruitment process may use artificial intelligence-enabled tools to support application screening or assessment; however, all hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

In accordance with Ontario pay transparency requirements, the compensation information provided reflects the expected salary range for this position. Past compensation information is not requested or considered.

Woodward Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground under applicable Ontario legislation.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.