Buyer/Expeditor

AMETEK, Inc.; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Buyer/Expeditor to enhance their Supply Chain department. In this role, you will provide vital administrative support to ensure a seamless flow of materials and information, directly impacting production efficiency. Your responsibilities will include managing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, and handling MRO supplies. This position requires a proactive individual with a strong background in purchasing and material planning, who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will significantly influence operational success and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in purchasing and material planning, including co-op or internship.
• Post-secondary diploma in supply chain or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and follow up on purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Handle MRO purchasing and maintain accurate records for finance reconciliation.

Skills

Purchasing

Material Planning

Inventory Control

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Post-secondary diploma in supply chain or business administration

Tools

ERP System

Epicor ERP

Excel

Job description

The Buyer/Expeditor is an administrative support function for procurement & material planning within the Supply Chain department, to support an uninterrupted flow of material and information to support production demands. This is done through follow-up activities across all purchase orders, production job requirements, as well as the RMA supplier return/repair/credit cycle. This role will also have purchasing responsibilities for MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) supplies and also be required to coordinate with carriers for expedited supplier pick-ups and deliveries, as well as physically move and expedite material as needed within the building.

Responsibilities

• Review all open Purchase Orders daily and proactively follow-up with suppliers directly to ensure delivery dates are met and PO’s maintained accurately in the ERP system and promptly report any changes/delays to the relevant buyer immediately.
• Support the supplier NCR process by following up with suppliers on non-conforming material dispositioned as Return To Vendor – request RMA documentation, and work with shipping to manage timely returns.
• Following supplier returns, follow-up on repair/replacements and credit memos owed.
• Perform purchasing responsibilities, handling MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) purchases, such as production and facility consumables, office supplies, breakroom supplies, etc.
• Maintaining P-Card credit card statement transactions with proper record keeping of receipts for finance reconciliation monthly.
• Physically monitoring receiving to ensure material required for production are processed into inventory within 24-hours, and work with Stock Control accordingly – physically move material from receiving to stock control as needed.
• Administration of Work Orders to and from Production, such as creating Work Orders and also facilitating closure and back-flushing requirements.
• Identify material shortages and communicate risks to stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Assist in managing item master data and planning parameters within the ERP system maintaining proper source, costs, lead times, reorder points and safety stocks.
• Provide back-up support for day-to-day efforts of receiving and stock control activities, such as the verification, inspection, and put-away of delivered material and components, and help with Cycle Counts.

Requirements

• Post-secondary diploma, preferably in supply chain, operations management, business administration, or finance.
• 1-2 years of collective experience in purchasing and material planning – Co-op and internship experience will be considered.
• Experience in inventory and production control would also be considered.
• Working knowledge and understanding of applicable software, e.g., an ERP system with MRP functionality, proficiency in Excel.Experience using Epicor ERP system is desirable, but not essential.
• Ability to manage multiple expectations while collaborating with cross functional teams.
• Moderate intensity of physical effort required on occasion.
• Ability and drive to take on increased levels of learning and accountability with responsibility, good judgement, and exceptional service attitude.
• Works effectively with and build relationships with all core groups and suppliers.
• Self-motivated and positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently to get the task completed on time.
• Works well under pressure and is very assertive with suppliers and internal customers.