Buyer-Defense Electonics-Onsite Position

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Buyer to join its dynamic team in Ottawa. This role involves managing supplier relationships and procurement processes for defense electronic products, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance with industry regulations. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, driving supplier performance and contributing to the overall success of the supply chain. With a focus on continuous improvement and innovation, this position offers the chance to work on meaningful projects that impact both the company and its customers. Join a team that values integrity, teamwork, and excellence in every aspect of its operations.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

RRSP with Employer Match

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Competitive Pay

Referral Program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Experience with defense electronic products and AS9100 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing and supplier performance to support the supply chain.
• Coordinate with internal departments for material and planning processes.

Skills

Defense Procurement

Supplier Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Buyer-Defense Electonics-Onsite Position

Apply locations Canada-Ottawa time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR8063

Buyer-Defense Electonics-Onsite Position

We are looking for a Buyer to join our world-class manufacturing and design facility in Ottawa, Ontario!

As our Buyer your position within the Supply Chain function that requires an individual who is experienced with defense electronic products and has a thorough understanding of defense procurement and processes. This is a tactical role that bridges supplier relationship and procurement needs based on MRP requirements to support the business. The role requires close networking with Planning, Purchasing, Program Management and Production teams as well as a solid understanding of the activities required to meet forecast commits and internal requirements.

Location: Ottawa, ON

We Take Care of Our People

Paid Time Off I RRSP with Employer Match I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Competitive Pay I Referral Program I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge:

• Responsible for the purchasing and management of commodities in order to support Curtiss-Wright supply chain.

• Drive supplier performance improvement as measured on scorecards, and actively manage supplier quality issues through a thorough root cause and corrective action methodology.

• Participate in supplier calls within a team or independently, update ERP delivery commitments in coordination from Planning.

• Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships while measuring and reporting on supplier performance trends and opportunities.

• Coordinate, review and manage supplier open order reports to expedite and escalation priority lists for key suppliers.

• Timely reporting of critical topics, supplied shortages, updates via verbal communication, e-mail communication and ERP data updating for integrity maintenance.

• Coordinate with the internal departments to ensure appropriate updates are available when needed.

• Participate in project meetings to provide updates and status of orders to the respective program managers and other internal customers.

• Identify and escalate ongoing supplier issues with Management as appropriate.

• Provide support to Procurement and Planning with supporting documentation as required.

• Manage functions such as material reservations, master data maintenance, review lead times and safety stock settings, stock transfer requests and non-production procurement requests.

• Ensuring material receipts support the business requirements while optimizing inventory levels vs. material costs.

• Lead process changes and improvements in alignment with best purchasing practices including documentation, implementation, compliance, and KPI implementation.

• Lead and participate and drive negotiations to ensure improvements in purchase price variances to standard for direct spend items, and indirect spend item cost reductions.

• Ensure flow down of contractual requirements such as special processes, FAI, DPAS rating, etc.

• Manage ERP procurement exceptions (planned early and late receipts) to minimize disconnects.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply chain or Finance (preferred).

• Requires 5 years of related experience.

• Experience with Electronics, Machining, and knowledge of PWB/ PCB’s (preferred).

• Knowledge and experience with AS9100 requirements.

• High level of understanding of material and planning processes.

• Experience in working with SAP (preferred).

• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suit (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Excellent communication, analytical and problem solving skills.

• Effective communicator, strong customer focus and ability to work effectively to meet deadlines in a team environment.

Who We Are:

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

At our world-class manufacturing and design facility in Ottawa, Ontario, we manufacture rugged products optimized for high-mix, high quality and small batch sizes typical of military requirements. Equipped with the latest assembly, cleaning, coating and inspection equipment, our operations are AS9100 and ISO-9001 certified and we comply with the highest standards of workmanship defined by IPC and J-STD specifications. All materials and processes are controlled by our enterprise-wide SAP and MES systems which offer full component traceability to individual products by serial number.

To learn more about Curtiss-Wright’s Defense Solutions Division, please visit

https://www.curtisswrightds.com/about/company/locations/ottawa

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No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

About Us

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values
What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership
We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus
We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust
Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People
We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity
We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry.You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work.You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world.Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.