Director of Quality Assurance

Meridia Recruitment Solutions; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Buyer to join their Logistics team. This role is crucial for the procurement of materials for a significant early-warning radar system. The successful candidate will ensure that purchasing processes align with policy and deliver the best value in terms of price and quality. With a focus on vendor management, inventory control, and compliance with safety guidelines, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vital national project. If you have a strong background in procurement and a passion for logistics, this is the perfect chance to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high-volume purchasing or logistics.
• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve purchase orders for compliance and best value.
• Conduct vendor evaluations and maintain selection criteria documentation.
• Support procurement of materials and ensure compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Education

Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management

Completion of Level 2 of PMAC

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maximo

Oracle

Job description

Join Nasittuq for a unique and rewarding experience!

Nasittuq provides Operation & Maintenance services for the North Warning System (NWS). The NWS is a joint Canada and United States early-warning radar system with 47 sites located in Northern Canada; a Control Centre and Support Centre located in North Bay, ON and a Contract Management Office located in Ottawa, ON.

POSITION : Buyer

DEPARTMENT : Logistics

SECURITY CLEARANCE : SECRET

SCOPE :

The Buyer is responsible for the procurement of materials for the North Warning System (NWS) Contract at the CMO location (Ottawa). This position provides technical direction to purchasing groups to ensure the procurement of goods and services are the best value based on price, quality, and timely delivery and are within the guidelines of the NWS contract.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Reviews, approves, or recommends for approval purchase orders in support of day-to-day, AWR (projects), and sealift after verifying them for conformity to policy procedures and good business practices.
2. Supports the Contracts Department in requests for quotation / proposal for Standing Offer Agreements, evaluating submissions, making recommendations for award, assisting in implementation, and managing agreements through purchase orders.
3. Conducts vendor evaluations and analysis, including vendor audits, corrective action with vendors, and maintaining vendor evaluation and selection criteria documentation.
4. Identifies inventory control system requirements related to the purchasing function and coordinates updates or corrective actions as needed.
5. Assists in the procurement of sealift and AWR (projects) material and establishes northern suppliers with bid and purchase documentation.
6. Ensures that purchased items requiring special handling are delivered to sites according to WHMIS, TDG, and hazardous material guidelines.
7. Performs other duties / projects as assigned to support the overall program and mission of Nasittuq.

QUALIFICATIONS : EDUCATION :

Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Material Management, or a related field.

Completion of Level 2 of PMAC is preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

EXPERIENCE :

Minimum five years of related experience in a high-volume purchasing, materials management, or logistics environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

1. Demonstrated knowledge of procurement methods.
2. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
3. Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to adapt and manage priorities effectively.
4. Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office), with proficiency in written and verbal communication.
5. Strong teamwork skills with the ability to develop and maintain internal and external relationships.
6. Superior interpersonal skills with a customer service orientation.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

1. A working knowledge of Maximo, Oracle, and / or Oracle Discoverer would be an asset.
2. A working knowledge of project management would also be an asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Work is primarily conducted in an office environment.

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Nasittuq is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified groups. Inuit Land Claim Beneficiary applicants are encouraged to apply and self-identify.

APPLICANTS WHO ARE ENROLLED UNDER AN INUIT NUNANGAT LAND CLAIMS AGREEMENT WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY HIRING. WE ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO SELF-IDENTIFY.

Nasittuq provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.