Indirect Buyer

MacLean Engineering; Barrie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned engineering firm seeks an Indirect Buyer to join their team in Barrie, Collinswood, or Owen Sound. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of purchasing experience, particularly in heavy equipment, and will be responsible for procurement processes across various departments. The role involves managing supplier relations, executing purchasing strategies, and contributing to cost-reduction initiatives.

Benefits

3 weeks' vacation annually

Paid sick and family emergency time

Paid overtime after 40 hours worked

Free coffee

Flexible Group benefits package

Employee and family assistance program

Annual Employee Bonus

$250 annual safety shoe allowance

$200 bi-annual prescription safety glasses allowance

Employee appreciation events

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of purchasing experience, ideally in heavy equipment.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing and procurement of indirect goods and services.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies and internal controls.

Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Indirect Buyer

LOCATION: Collingwood, Barrie, or Owen Sound

MacLean Engineering is looking for an energetic Indirect Buyer to add to the existing skills of our purchasing team. If you are looking to be challenged in a dynamic work environment and want to grow your career with a world-renowned company in our industry, this position is for you!

About the Position: The Indirect Buyer will focus on supporting operational and engineering activities by ensuring the accurate, timely purchasing of indirect materials and services, including MRO, R&D, IT, Finance, Marketing, H&S, CapEX, and other shared services. This role involves executing purchasing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective and high-quality purchasing processes. The following proficiencies are required:

• Manage the sourcing and procurement of indirect goods and services (e.g., MRO, office supplies, IT services, facilities management) to support operational needs across departments.
• Source, select and maintain Approved Suppliers based on consistent monitoring of departmental key performance indicators of Quality, Delivery, and Cost
• Administer the tender process through the creation of RFQ’s and RFP’s
• Process internal requisitions and generate corresponding purchase orders to suppliers, clearly specifying the required components and/or services to be delivered
• Ensure that Purchase Orders are clearly indicative of specified requirements and that the Supplier’s products and/or service will meet specified requirements at the most competitive price and will be delivered on time at the right quality
• Purchase and expedite standard, non-standard, inventory and non-inventory products
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with competent and dependable Suppliers and Subcontractors to effect timely delivery of products and services
• Work closely with departments such as Engineering, Finance, and Operations to understand requirements and ensure procurement aligns with project timelines and budgets
• Ensure procurement activities adhere to internal controls and external regulations. Mitigate supply chain risks through supplier diversification and contingency planning
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and service-level agreements for the procurement of required materials and services from approved suppliers
• Contribute to cost-reduction initiatives by leveraging supplier discounts, optimizing order cycles, and analyzing spend data to identify savings opportunities
• Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure data integrity in the ERP system (D365)
• Co-ordinate or liaise with Supplier and Logistics to ensure the proper transportation mode, documentation
• Maintain the approved Supplier List as well as document and maintain currently quoted prices of product(s) to be purchased
• Assist in supplier auditing to ensure that delivery and pricing are consistent with stipulated requirements of Quality, Delivery and Cost
• Participate as required in Early Supplier Involvement Teams
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement processes, including digital tools and reporting systems
• Any other relevant duties and activities assigned by the Purchasing Manager

About You: The successful candidate(s) must be willing to learn, open-minded and flexible, organized and detail oriented, team oriented, disciplined, and must have a positive attitude, along with the following qualifications:

• 3-5 years of purchasing experience, preferably in heavy equipment related industry
• 3-5 years of experience with MRP/ERP
• Proven organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Proven time management skills
• Primary knowledge of problem solving and analytical skills leading to business problem resolution
• Proven ability to communicate professionally and effectively (both oral and written)
• Excellent telephone skills and mannerism
• Demonstrate initiative with continuous improvement, i.e. providing suggestions leading to cost reduction and/or containment, increased efficiency, increase communication, etc.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a busy, stressful environment
• Ability to work in a team environment

About Us:

MacLean Engineering has been a leading innovator of underground mining equipment solutions for over 50 years. As we continue to expand our product range and geographic footprint, we remain privately owned and consistently focused on the Company founder’s original engineered design imperatives – safety, productivity and enduring quality. MacLean Engineering has four manufacturing facilities located in Collingwood, Owen Sound, Barrie and Mexico. Our workforce is comprised of various skilled trades working together in a safety and quality-oriented environment to produce components and equipment to the underground mining industry, as well as the municipal, environmental, and industrial sectors.

We offer competitive wages and benefits including:

• 3 weeks' vacation annually
• Paid sick and family emergency time
• Paid overtime after 40 hours worked
• Free coffee!
• Flexible Group benefits Package (Once probationary period is completed)
• Employee and family assistance program
• Voluntary DPSP (Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan) and GRRSP (Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan) (Once probationary period is completed)
• Annual Employee Bonus
• $250 annual safety shoe allowance
• $200 bi-annual prescription safety glasses allowance
• Employee appreciation days, raffles/draws, BBQ’s and much more

If you are interested in being a part of an established and growing Canadian Company, we want to hear from you!

We thank all applicants in advance for their application and interest in MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co Limited. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that employment with MacLean Engineering is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our third-party provider, Sterling Backcheck. This process may include verification of employment history, education, and a criminal record check, depending on the requirements of the position.

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.