Buyer, Tooling

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Dorval; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance plans

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bombardier Transportation GmbH in Dorval, Quebec is seeking an experienced procurement professional to oversee sourcing and supplier management. You will collaborate with engineering and production teams, manage supplier relations, and drive cost reduction initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have 5 to 8 years of procurement experience in a manufacturing setting, technical sourcing skills, and the ability to communicate fluently in both French and English. The position emphasizes flexible working policies and offers a competitive benefits program.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in procurement within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in tooling, equipment, or technical sourcing is an asset.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret purchase requests in collaboration with various teams.
• Manage the procurement of tooling, fixtures, gauges, and specialized equipment.
• Prepare and issue RFQs and evaluate supplier proposals.

Skills

Procurement in manufacturing

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical sourcing

Bilingual (French and English)

Tools

SAP

Maximo

Ariba

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• Analyze and interpret purchase requests in collaboration with Engineering, Methods, and Production teams
• Manage the procurement of tooling (fixtures, gauges, and specialized equipment)
• Prepare and issue RFQs and evaluate supplier proposals
• Establish and maintain strong commercial and contractual relationships with suppliers
• Lead negotiations on pricing, delivery, quality
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities (TCO approach)
• Ensure full purchase order lifecycle follow-up (from sourcing to delivery and validation)
• Monitor supplier manufacturing progress and ensure adherence to project timelines
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet project milestones
• Manage supplier risks related to capacity, quality, and lead time
• Support resolution of supplier quality issues and non-conformities
• Participate in project governance and maintain performance indicators
• Interact with multifunctional teams (Production, Procurement, Methods, Finance, Manufacturing)
• Support the integration of new tools into the manufacturing system

How to thrive in this role?

• You have 5 to 8 years of experience in procurement within a manufacturing environment
• You have experience in tooling, equipment, or technical sourcing (asset)
• You have the ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings (strong asset)
• You have a good understanding of manufacturing processes
• You have experience with SAP, Maximo, or Ariba (asset)
• You have strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• You are able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• You can work in French and English (spoken and written)

Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!

Please note: You don’t need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed to apply for this position. We’re not looking for the perfect candidate, we’re looking for great talent and passionate individuals.

Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply.