Buyer/Expeditor

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Global company with local impact

Stable and innovative workplace

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated in Edmonton is seeking a Buyer/Expeditor to manage the full lifecycle of purchase orders and coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries for production schedules.

Ideal candidates will have 2–5+ years in purchasing or procurement, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and strong negotiation and supplier-management skills. This role emphasizes collaboration across production, logistics, and other departments in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• 2–5+ years experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, materials management, or expediting.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and inventory management processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of purchase orders from initiation to delivery.
• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm deliveries and resolve issues.
• Proactively track orders to prevent delays and ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with internal teams for production schedules.
• Identify and address problems that could impact delivery or production schedules.
• Collaborate with production, logistics and other departments to keep stakeholders informed.
• Maintain records of procurement activities and ensure policy compliance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and evaluate performance.
• Negotiate pricing, terms and delivery schedules to achieve cost savings.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Communication

Time management

Analytical thinking

Education

Supply Chain degree

Tools

ERP/MRP

Job description

Job Description

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Join Teledyne as a Buyer/Expeditor – Edmonton

From space to healthcare, your work will power innovation everywhere! At Teledyne MEMS, we’re shaping the future of microelectromechanical systems that power everything from biomedical breakthroughs to space exploration and AI innovation. If you’re curious, adaptable, and ready to work on technology that impacts the world, this role is for you.

Buyer/Expeditor is responsible for managing procurement activities and ensuring timely delivery of materials and services to support production schedules. This role involves supplier coordination, order management, and proactive issue resolution to maintain operational efficiency.

What You Will Do

• Order Management: Manage the full lifecycle of purchase orders, from initiation to delivery.
• Supplier Coordination: Communicate with suppliers to confirm deliveries, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with purchase agreements.
• Expediting: Proactively track orders to prevent or resolve delays, monitor progress, and ensure timely delivery.
• Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with internal teams to ensure sufficient materials for production schedules.
• Issue Resolution: Identify and address any problems that could impact delivery or production schedules.
• Internal Communication: Collaborate with production, logistics, and other departments to keep stakeholders informed of material status.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and evaluate performance.
• Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency.

What You Need

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 2-5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, materials management, or expediting.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and inventory management processes.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating with suppliers and managing delivery schedules.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross‑functional teams.

What We Offer

• Work on technologies that impact space, healthcare, and AI.
• Collaborative, inclusive team environment.
• Opportunities for growth and skill development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Global company with local impact.
• Stability and innovation in one workplace.

What Happens Next

Apply online and our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. Selected candidates will be contacted for next steps, including interviews and assessments as needed. If you’re passionate about microfabrication and want to build a career in MEMS, we want to hear from you.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules, and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.