Production Buyer

Soucy; Drummondville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic Purchasing team at Soucy, where you will play a pivotal role in procurement and supply chain management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in negotiations, supplier management, and ERP systems, along with a collaborative spirit. Enjoy competitive benefits, including flexibility options, group insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexibility program

Group insurance

RRSP with employer contribution

Employee Assistance Program (EFAP)

Referral bonus

Time off for personal needs

Social activities

Support for career development

Healthy work environment

Discounts on Kimpex products

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years' experience in purchasing in manufacturing or MRO.
• In-depth knowledge of ERP systems.
• Bilingual in French and English.

Responsibilities

• Identify strategic suppliers and manage key relationships.
• Place orders for production parts and manage all purchasing requests.
• Participate in annual negotiations for price lists and contracts.

Skills

Negotiation

Customer Service

English

French

Education

BAC in Operations Management or DEC in Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

You’ve mastered the art of negotiation and procurement—and it shows! We’re looking for a bold, strategic thinker like you to join our Purchasing team at Soucy. In this essential role, you’ll be responsible for identifying strategic suppliers and managing key relationships, ensuring quality and continuity in our supply chain. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of Soucy by leading innovative initiatives and playing a pivotal role in our company’s growth and success.

In This Role, You Will

• Work closely with production planners to ensure parts are available at the launch of manufacturing orders
• Place orders for parts, goods, and products required for production based on predefined price lists
• Rigorously follow up with suppliers, expedite delayed deliveries, and anticipate potential supply issues
• Update and optimize procurement parameters in the ERP system (safety stock, rejections, lot sizes, etc.)
• Manage all purchasing requests, from quotations to invoice payment
• Participate in the annual negotiation of price lists, contracts, and terms and conditions to meet competitiveness goals in cost, lead time, and quality

Can you picture yourself in this role? We’re excited to hear from you—apply now!

With the following skills and qualities, you will be successful in this role:

• BAC in operations management or DEC in industrial engineering or supply management with relevant experience
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience in purchasing in a manufacturing or MRO environment
• In-depth knowledge of ERP systems
• Mastery of good business practices in procurement and continuous improvement
• Bilingualism in French and English, spoken and written
• Strong customer service skills

Benefits designed to take you far!

• A flexibility program that listens to your needs (flex time, compressed work schedule, telecommuting and more)
• Group insurance with plans that fit your reality
• An RRSP with employer contribution for finances that stay on track
• An Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and access to a telemedicine service for a helping hand when needed
• A $2,000 referral bonus to choose colleagues who have their heart in the right place, just like you!

And even more!

• A life outside work thanks to time off for sickness, personal needs or family reasons
• Social activities to connect with your colleagues
• Support for your development to advance your career
• A healthy and safe environment and a health committee to ensure your daily well-being
• Discounts on our Kimpex products to fuel your passion for motorsports

Working with the Soucy Powersports team means developing products for the world’s leading powersports companies. Our 125 employees are passionate, talented, and help design, develop, and manufacture more than 150 new products, parts, and accessories every year. We rely on R&D, innovation, and creativity to carry out our activities. But our greatest asset is our people. People who work together to leverage each other’s strengths and share ideas – even ones that go beyond the beaten path. Here, we’re all about trust. We’ll give you the freedom you need to overcome stimulating technical challenges.