Buyer

Sonepar Canada, Inc.; Vaughan; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits program including: 1

RRSP matching

Employee Discounts

Career path

Job summary

Robertson Electric Wholesale, a leading electrical distributor in Canada and part of the Sonepar Group, seeks a Wire Buyer to manage requisitions, inventory levels, and supplier negotiations. You will research markets, ensure timely stock, and drive cost efficiency in a busy environment.

The role demands sharp analytical ability, negotiation skills, and a proactive approach to stocking and pricing. Expect exposure to a fast-paced team with opportunities for career development within the

Qualifications

• 5 years Buying experience or 2 years experience plus a knowledge of the electrical product range.
• Experience with V look up
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, prioritization, and time management skills
• Purchasing Certificate (Preferred )

Responsibilities

• Operate within the general framework of purchasing policies established for the organization.
• Assist in developing purchasing objectives and in formulating policies for achieving them.
• Maintain good relations with suppliers and negotiate favorable prices and terms.
• Order products based on the targets approved by management.
• Make manual adjustments to stock levels to reflect seasonality.
• Keep informed of current market conditions and new products that come to market.
• Maintain confidentiality of company records and financial information.
• Work toward better pricing on standard products.
• Seek opportunities to improve pricing and rebates.
• Develop product specifications in line with company targets for quality.
• Set and maintain inventory levels to achieve the desired number of turns.
• Order all stock and special orders, expediting when required.
• Update purchase pricing as required.
• Coordinate product returns and negotiates the return or disposal of all obsolete, overstocked, or slow-moving products

Skills

Buying experience

Electrical product knowledge

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Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Purchasing Certificate (Preferred)

Job description

Robertson Electric Wholesale is a highly regarded Electrical Distributor in Canada. Robertson has demonstrated steady and secure growth since many years, proving to be a dominant player in the industries we serve. With numerous branches across Canada and secure business plans for further growth and expansion, Robertson is seeking talented individuals to join our dynamic Company and be part of our continued success.

We are a proud member of the Sonepar Group, the world's largest privately-held electrical distributor. The Sonepar Group is present in more than 40 countries with over 45,000 employees. In Canada, we are represented by 6 locally managed electrical and industrial distributors and have over 110 locations with coverage in 9 provinces.

To explore and learn more about Sonepar opportunities, please visit www.career.sonepar.com

What’s In It For You?

• You will be joining a market leader with over 40 years of experience to help you elevate your potential.
• You will be working for the world's #1 privately held business to business distributor of electrical products and related solutions.
• A chance to get involved in the forever growing electrical industry.
• We house the largest inventory to better service our customers and deliver on sales commitments.
• An opportunity for career development across many business departments within our organization.

Scope of the Position

The Wire Buyer is responsible for reviewing purchase requisitions and fulfilling the requirements of orders as well as maintaining inventory levels and reordering stock as needed. Operating in a very busy, fast-paced, and dynamic environment where there is never a dull moment, this career is built for a result-driven, passion-fueled individual who wants to make a difference. The Buyer will be required to research and negotiate with suppliers to obtain best possible prices, think outside the box to solve problems, and stay informed of current market conditions and products.

Major Responsibilities

• Operate within the general framework of purchasing policies established for the organization.
• Assist in developing purchasing objectives and in formulating policies for achieving them.
• Maintain good relations with suppliers and negotiate favorable prices and terms.
• Order products based on the targets approved by management.
• Make manual adjustments to stock levels to reflect seasonality.
• Keep informed of current market conditions and new products that come to market.
• Maintain confidentiality of company records and financial information.
• Work toward better pricing on standard products.
• Seek opportunities to improve pricing and rebates.
• Develop product specifications in line with company targets for quality.
• Set and maintain inventory levels to achieve the desired number of turns.
• Order all stock and special orders, expediting when required.
• Update purchase pricing as required.
• Coordinate product returns and negotiates the return or disposal of all obsolete, overstocked, or slow-moving products

Skills and Qualifications

• 5 years Buying experience or 2 years experience plus a knowledge of the electrical product range
• Experience with V look up
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, prioritization, and time management skills
• Purchasing Certificate (Preferred )

We offer a competitive salary, plus a full set of benefits, including:

• Flexible benefits program allowing you to choose from options that best fit you and your dependents’ needs. Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending Account & RRSP matching.
• Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and a career path.
• Regardless of your benefits program, you will receive company paid Life Insurance, and employee paid disability.

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Website: https://robertson-electric.com/

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Today, Sonepar is the leading distributor of energy-efficient products, pioneering the energy transition and making sustainability a priority. At Sonepar, we firmly believe that every action is crucial in safeguarding the environment, driving our commitment to a more sustainable future. We have accelerated our own transition to efficient generation and use of electrical energy across our business and champion the innovation of sustainable solutions in the market.

Sonepar has been recognized as a Diversity Leader by the Financial Times’ 2024 Diversity Leaders ranking and was awarded GEEIS Certification in 2022. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming submissions from all candidates. We believe in creating a work environment where everyone can feel safe, use their voice, and know that they belong. Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) is a central focus of our global, strategic impact plan. We value diversity and inclusion in the workplace because it allows us to better meet the needs of the communities we serve. It helps us foster greater creativity, breadth of experience, and it’s essential to our success as an organization. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnic or national origin, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, neurodiversity, disability status, gender identity, veteran status or any other aspect which makes them unique are encouraged to apply.

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