Buyer

Liebherr Group; Sparwood; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Employer-paid benefits from day 1

Hybrid or remote options

3 weeks vacation + 6 wellness days

6% RRSP matching

$3,000 annual education allowance

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Liebherr Canada Ltd. is seeking a Buyer to manage supplier relationships, optimize procurement, and ensure timely delivery of materials across Canada.

You will drive value through efficient sourcing, contract management, and data-driven decision making. Responsibilities include planning, negotiations, contract oversight, and cross-functional collaboration with shop, warehouse, and finance to minimize risks and maximize cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in procurement or buying, preferably in heavy equipment or manufacturing.
• Experience managing supplier relationships in a complex environment.
• Fluent in French and English with strong written/verbal skills.
• Strong data analysis and reporting capabilities.
• Negotiation skills to maximize value and control costs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Analyze demand forecasts and inventory to create effective purchase plans.
• Draft, review and manage supplier contracts and renewals.
• Execute and monitor purchase orders, track deliveries and quality.
• Identify process improvements to save costs and improve service quality
• Prepare regular procurement reports, supplier performance, KPIs.
• Collaborate with shop, warehouse, and finance to align procurement with needs.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks; develop contingency plans.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Excel / Office

ERP systems

SAP familiarity

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

This role will play a pivotal part in managing supplier relationships, optimizing procurement processes, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality materials to support our operations across Canada. The Buyer will drive value through efficient, consistent sourcing and procurement practices.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Management: Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, including negotiations on pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost-effective solutions.
• Procurement Planning: Analyze demand forecasts and inventory levels to create purchase plans that align with company needs and minimize supply chain risks.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and manage supplier contracts and agreements. Ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory standards, while effectively managing contract terms and renewals.
• Order Management: Execute and monitor purchase orders, tracking deliveries and ensuring quality and compliance with agreed specifications.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements to procurement and logistics processes to improve cost savings, efficiency, and service quality.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Prepare regular reports on procurement activities, including cost analyses, supplier performance, and key performance metrics.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal teams, including shop, warehouse, and finance, to align procurement activities with business needs.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks by proactively assessing supplier reliability, market changes, and geopolitical factors that may impact procurement. Develop contingency plans to ensure business continuity.
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in procurement or buying, ideally within the heavy equipment or manufacturing industry.
• Experience in managing supplier relationships within a complex, dynamic environment.
• Fluent in French and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in managing data, generating reports, and drawing insights to support decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate terms and conditions effectively to maximize value and manage costs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with ERP or procurement systems; familiarity with SAP is a plus.
• Solid understanding of procurement principles, supplier management, and supply chain logistics.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Willingness to take on new challenges, adapt to changing business needs, and continuously seek process improvements.

Our Offer

• Competitive wages
• Extensive benefits with employer paid premiums starting day 1
• Hybrid or remote work opportunities for select roles*
• Paid vacation starting at 3 weeks PLUS 6 dedicated family, health and wellness days
• 6% employer RRSP matching
• $3000 annual allowance for continuing education
• International training & development work opportunities for select roles*
• And much more!

Liebherr Canada Ltd. is committed to provide a diverse, inclusive, safe and dignified work environment for all employees, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other aspect of their identity.

Please note the following: We do not use AI to screen resumes. Every application is reviewed directly by a human talent acquisition specialist. This position is for an existing vacancy.

If you have any questions, please contact Dure Najif.

The Company

The Liebherr Group has represented leading-edge technical products and services for more than 70 years and has proudly serviced Canadian customers directly since 1973. Liebherr-Canada Ltd. has 11 branch locations across Canada providing sales, service and product support for equipment in the construction, mining, material handling, crane, aerospace and transportation industries.

Location

Liebherr-Canada Ltd.

Sparwood, BC

Canada (CA)

Contact

Dure Najif

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