Buyer, Rolling Stock

SYSTRA Canada; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SYSTRA Canada is seeking a seasoned Buyer to ensure timely procurement of raw materials and components for production. You will contribute to cost, quality, and delivery objectives while building strong supplier relationships.

You will plan purchase orders, evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms, monitor orders, and support continuous improvement of purchasing processes. Bilingual communication in French and English is essential to serve our diverse client base.

Qualifications

• Diploma of vocational studies (or equivalent) in a relevant field.
• 5–7 years of experience in procurement/purchasing.
• Proficiency with SAP, SPOT, Excel; strong analytical skills and supply chain knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and issue purchase orders for raw materials and components according to the production schedule.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers in accordance with SYSTRA criteria.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery timelines.
• Monitor orders and resolve issues or non-conformities related to lead times, logistics, and quality.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (production, quality, finance, etc.) to anticipate needs.
• Analyze market trends and supply chain risks and propose mitigation plans.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of purchasing processes and KPI management; maintain data integrity in the ERP.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives (total cost of ownership, spend consolidation, inventory optimization).

Skills

ERP knowledge

Analytical skills

Supply chain management

Bilingual French/English

Education

VOCATIONAL DIPLOMA / equivalent

Tools

SAP

SPOT

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.

Context

As a Buyer, you will ensure the timely and efficient procurement of raw materials, components, and supplies required for production. You will contribute to cost, quality, and delivery objectives while building strong supplier relationships and supporting the continuous improvement of procurement practices.

Missions/Main Duties

• Plan, prepare, and issue purchase orders for raw materials and components according to the production schedule.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers in accordance with SYSTRA criteria.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery timelines.
• Monitor orders and resolve issues or non-conformities related to lead times, logistics, and quality.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (production, quality, finance, etc.) to anticipate needs.
• Analyze market trends and supply chain risks and propose mitigation plans.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of purchasing processes and KPI management; maintain data integrity in the ERP.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives (total cost of ownership, spend consolidation, inventory optimization). Perform any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Profile/Skills

Education:

Diploma of vocational studies (or equivalent) in a relevant field.

Years of experience:

5 to 7 years of in a similar procurement/purchasing role.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with ERP and procurement systems (SAP, SPOT) and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain management principles.

Personal And Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail in identifying and ordering parts.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with suppliers and internal teams.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, both in French and in English*
• Reasons for requiring bilingualism: You will have the opportunity to work with a varied clientele, including both French- and English-speaking companies. Bilingualism is therefore fundamental to building strong relationships with our customers, understanding their specific needs, communicating effectively in their preferred language and facilitating strategic meetings.

SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.

Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.

We use AI-enabled tools in our recruitment platform (iCIMS) for tasks like resume parsing and candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all applications are reviewed by a human recruiter, and final decisions are made by our hiring team.

For questions about our hiring process or AI tools, please contact [email protected].