Buyer - Modular Construction

Fero International Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fero International Inc. is seeking a Buyer to enhance our procurement activities in modular construction. The successful applicant will coordinate purchasing across various projects, ensuring cost efficiency and high-quality materials. This full-time position is located at our Stoney Creek office in Ontario, offering career growth and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Continuous learning and growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Benefits supporting team wellbeing

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain or purchasing.
• In-depth knowledge of construction or manufacturing materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing activities for multiple projects.
• Conduct market research and establish strong relationships with vendors.
• Streamline procurement processes by leveraging in-depth knowledge of materials.

Skills

Relationship management

Problem-solving

Communication

Organization

Tools

Microsoft Office Word

Microsoft Office Excel

Microsoft Dynamics 365

SAP

Job description

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Fero International is a modular construction company based in Stoney Creek, Ontario. In our 300,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility that was purpose-built for modular, we design and manufacture volumetric modular buildings for diverse markets across Canada, including healthcare, education, housing, commercial and industrial. Our modular solutions reduce construction time, improve quality control, and promote sustainable building practices.

Position Overview

The Buyer will play a pivotal role in the efficient operation of Fero’s procurement activities. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will leverage your expertise in construction materials and relationship management skills to achieve cost efficiency and high-quality materials and services. This position will work closely with vendors, Project Managers, Production Managers and the BOM Coordinator to ensure that all materials, subcontracted services, and equipment are sourced and delivered in a timely manner. This is a full-time, on-site position based in our Stoney Creek office.

Key Accountabilities

• Coordinate purchasing activities for multiple projects with departments within the company following policy guidelines and striving for cost efficiencies and on-time delivery.
• Conduct market research and establish strong relationships with vendors to obtain the best possible prices on products and services.
• Streamline Fero's procurement processes by leveraging in-depth knowledge of all general construction material including steel, lumber, roofing, insulation, windows, and doors.
• Create and maintain systems for tracking vendor pricing and performance, increasing productivity and efficiency of the supply chain team.
• Monitor inventory for quantities, current costs and sales; investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Review vendor quotes to ensure they meet all project requirements & specifications.
• Utilize D365 ERP system to place purchase orders.
• Resolve delivery and quality concerns, communicating with suppliers regarding orders & shipping schedules.
• Follow up on all back orders and process returns and maintain record of vendor performance.
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Fero Code of Business Conduct.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.
• May perform other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain or purchasing.
• In-depth knowledge of construction or manufacturing materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present well and influence others when appropriate.
• Excellent relationship management skills, with an ability to establish and develop strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• High mental agility and strong problem-solving skills to identify alternative solutions to procurement needs.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to work autonomously and adjust workloads based on changing priorities.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.
• Risk mitigation, Quality and Process improvement mindset.
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
• Experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 or SAP is an asset.

What We Offer

Fero provides career opportunities with continuous learning and growth in parallel with competitive compensation, benefits and value offerings that support the wellbeing of our team members.

Fero International Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that at is committed to diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace that is free from discrimination on all protected grounds under the Human Rights Act.. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the AODA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the AODA during any step of the application process, please advise your recruiter contact.

How To Apply

If this opportunity interests you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please note that only candidates selected will be contacted for the next steps.

Thank you for considering a career with Fero.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing

• Industries

  Construction and Manufacturing

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