Network Material Buyer

Rogers Communications, Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & well-being benefits

Donation matching

Paid time off for volunteering

Wealth Accumulation including Pension/

Employee stock options

Generous employee discounts

Leadership development, Mentorship, &

Job summary

Rogers Communications, Inc. is seeking a Network Material Buyer to procure materials, equipment, and services for network operations.

This full-time temporary role (12 months) focuses on ensuring best value while maintaining quality and delivery standards, with a schedule aligned to day shifts at the North York site. You will review requisitions, source suppliers, monitor orders, and maintain supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Procurement, or related field.
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review purchase requisitions and create purchase orders.
• Source suppliers and obtain competitive quotations.
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up on late deliveries.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and resolve supply issues.
• Coordinate with planning, inventory, warehouse, and finance teams.
• Analyze demand forecasts and inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.
• Track supplier performance, lead times, and quality metrics.
• Resolve invoice, receiving, and purchase order discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and reporting.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within procurement processes.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Excellent negotiation andcommunication

Purchasing knowledge

Inventory management

Excel & reporting tools

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Procurement, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (Oracle, SAP)

Microsoft Excel

Reporting tools

Job description

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Network Material Buyer

Our Technology team wakes up every day with one goal in mind - connecting Canadians to the people and things that matter most. Together, we are proud to support 30 million Canadians each month through managing a robust portfolio that champions leading-edge technology. We drive large-scale, complex, and high-visibility technology projects and programs that shape the future of technology in Canada and expand connectivity from coast to coast. If you are interested in being a part of this, consider applying for the following opportunity:

Who we're looking for:

The Network Material Buyer is responsible for procuring materials, equipment, and services required to support Network operations. This role ensures products are purchased at the best value while maintaining quality standards, supplier performance, and delivery requirements.

This is a full-time temporary position for 12 months.

What you'll do:

• Review purchase requisitions and create purchase orders.
• Source suppliers and obtain competitive quotations.
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up on late deliveries.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and resolve supply issues.
• Coordinate with planning, inventory, warehouse, and finance teams.
• Analyze demand forecasts and inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.
• Track supplier performance, lead times, and quality metrics.
• Resolve invoice, receiving, and purchase order discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and reporting.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within procurement processes.

What you bring:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Procurement, or a related field.
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of purchasing, inventory management, and supplier management principles.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of procurement policies and controls.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Experience in telecommunications, manufacturing, or logistics environments.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Purchase order cycle time
• Cost savings and cost avoidance
• Inventory availability
• Invoice and PO accuracy
• Supplier quality performance

To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule:Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: 12 Months
Work Location:855 York Mills Rd. (819), North York, ON
Travel Requirements: Up to 10%
Background Check(s) Required: Canadian Criminal Record Check
Posting Category/Function: Supply Chain / Logistics & Inventory
Requisition ID: 343955

Location: North York, ON, CA

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best.

Posting Notes: Corporate

Being a Rogers team member comes with some great perks & benefits including:

• Health & well-being benefits
• Donation matching
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Wealth Accumulation including: Pension plan & Employee stock options
• Generous employee discounts
• Leadership development, Mentorship, and Coaching programs

*available for full-time and part-time permanent employees, some restrictions apply