Buyer

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

Job summary

Woodward Canada Inc. in Peterborough, Ontario, is seeking a Buyer to develop supplier relationships, create and process purchase orders, monitor inventory, and support cost analysis. You will ensure timely delivery and accurate records while aligning with company policies.

The role requires negotiation with suppliers, market analysis, and collaboration with internal teams to optimize purchasing. A background check under the Controlled Goods Program is required for successful applicants.

Qualifications

• Supplier relationship management
• Negotiation and cost analysis
• Inventory management and PO processing

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

Analytical ability

Communication

Attention to detail

Vendor management

Time management

Problem solving

Procurement software

Supply chain management

Inventory management

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.

What does it mean to be part of Woodward?

It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do.

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments.

At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future.

Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.