Buyer/Purchaser

Kids for the Future; Markham; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage direct and indirect materials for manufacturing operations in Markham. You will lead procurement, negotiate pricing, and maintain material flow to support production schedules.

Responsibilities include supplier relationship management, cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance, and driving cost reduction initiatives while tracking KPIs in an ERP environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing experience
• Manufacturing experience required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

• Procure raw materials, chemicals, laminates, prepregs, copper foil, consumables and indirect materials.
• Issue purchase orders per sourcing strategy and policy.
• Maintain uninterrupted material flow to support production schedules.
• Monitor supplier acknowledgements, pricing discrepancies and timely confirmations.
• Expedite late deliveries and resolve supply interruptions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability for launches.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Project prioritization

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Sage Accounting Software

Job description

• Location 90 Don Park Road,Markham, ON, L3R 1C4,Canada
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt (Hourly)
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

Position Summary

Senior Buyer is responsible for the procurement of direct and indirect materials required to support manufacturing operations. This position manages supplier relationships, ensures material availability, negotiates pricing and delivery, monitors inventory levels, and works cross-functionally with Engineering, Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance to meet business objectives. The Senior Buyer level includes additional strategic sourcing, supplier development, contract negotiation, and mentoring responsibilities.

Procurement & Purchasing

• Procure raw materials, chemicals, laminates, prepregs, copper foil, consumables, and indirect materials.
• Issue purchase orders in accordance with approved sourcing strategies and company policies.
• Maintain uninterrupted material flow to support production schedules.
• Monitor supplier acknowledgements, pricing discrepancies, and ensure timely confirmations.
• Expedite late deliveries and resolve supply interruptions.
• Manage supplier lead times and communicate risks proactively.
• Support supplier corrective actions when quality or delivery issues occur.

Inventory Management

• Monitor inventory levels and recommend appropriate safety stock.
• Develop Min-Max levels for inventory.
• Balance inventory investment against customer demand.
• Review MRP recommendations and adjust purchase plans as necessary.
• Support inventory reduction initiatives without impacting customer deliveries.

Cost Management

• Identify and execute cost reduction opportunities.
• Evaluate total landed cost, including freight, tariffs, duties, and Supplier price increases
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting activities.

Cross-Functional Support

• Collaborate with Production Planning, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, Program Management, and Sales to ensure material availability and successful product launches. Assist Receiving Function.
• Monitor supplier capacity and business continuity risks.
• Develop mitigation plans for constrained materials.

Systems & Reporting

• Maintain accurate purchasing data within the ERP system.
• Track supplier KPIs, including On-Time Delivery, Lead Time, Quality, Cost Savings, and Inventory Turns
• Prepare procurement reports for management.

Additional Responsibilities (Senior Buyer)

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Negotiate long-term supply agreements.
• Manage supplier transitions and onboarding.
• Lead Request for Quote (RFQ) events.
• Mentor Buyers and Purchasing Coordinators.
• Lead cross-functional cost reduction projects.
• Develop commodity strategies.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing experience (Buyer).
• Manufacturing experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• PCB manufacturing experience.
• Electronics manufacturing experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• Experience with Sage Accounting Software a plus.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.