Project Buyer

SHW Canada; Brampton; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work from home once a week

Paid half-day off on your birthday

Comprehensive health & life insurance

RRSP matching program

Free snacks & drinks

Regular employee events

Job summary

SHW Canada in Brampton, Ontario is seeking a Project Buyer responsible for purchasing activities related to new program launches. Key duties include leading sourcing activities, negotiating supplier quotations, and managing costs while meeting quality and timing targets. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Business or related fields, along with 3–8 years of experience in the automotive industry. This position offers flexible working arrangements and benefits including health insurance and a RRSP matching program.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years purchasing experience in automotive/truck and off-highway industry.
• Experience with Tier 1 or Tier 2 supplier environment.
• New program launch experience is required.
• Experience with APQP/PPAP processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities for new program launches.
• Ensure cost, quality, and timing targets are met.
• Lead sourcing activities and negotiate supplier quotations.
• Coordinate supplier APQP activities and resolve issues.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Cost analysis capability

Cross-functional teamwork

Supplier development

Strong Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

SHW AG is the global leader in the production of CO2‑optimised pumps, engine components for all kinds of powertrains and high‑performance brake discs used by the international automobile industry and the truck and off‑highway segment, such as in agricultural machines, construction machines, stationary engines and wind turbines.

To strengthen our team at our Brampton, Ontario location, we are looking for a Project Buyer.

Job Description

• Responsible for all purchasing activities related to new program launches and engineering changes
• Ensure cost, quality, and timing targets are met while supporting APQP milestones and customer program requirements
• Work cross‑functionally with Program Management, Engineering, Sales, Quality and suppliers
• Program / Launch Purchasing: Lead sourcing activities for new programs and product launches, Prepare / request / analyze / negotiate supplier quotations (RFQ process), Select suppliers in alignment with project targets (cost, quality, timing), Support make‑or‑buy decisions, Ensure sourcing aligned with customer nomination timing, Prepare necessary documents like NDA / LOI / NL
• Cost Management: Achieve program cost targets (piece price + tooling), Conduct cost breakdown analysis and benchmarking, Track savings versus budget, Support VA/VE and cost reduction initiatives
• Supplier Management: Identify and nominate suppliers for new programs, Coordinate supplier APQP activities, Track supplier timing (tooling, PPAP, SOP readiness), Escalate supplier risks impacting launch, Resolve supplier and price issues (eg, tariffs, shipping/ transportation, supplier and location changes, bankruptcy)
• Tooling & Capex Purchasing: Source tooling and capital equipment, Manage tooling budgets and approvals, Track tooling timing and supplier deliverables, Support tooling validation and PPAP readiness
• Cross‑functional coordination: Work with Engineering on specifications and changes, Support Program Management during launch reviews, Align with Quality on PPAP and supplier readiness, Support Sales during customer quotation phase, Align with commodity buyers in Europe and China on global sourcing activities
• Management: Manage purchasing activities for engineering changes (ECR/ECO), Evaluate cost and timing impact, Negotiate supplier change costs
• Support and attend in project specific customer and supplier workshops
• Prepare Management presentations and regular reporting including related KPI's
• Sourcing of indirect material (plant specific)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 3–8 years purchasing experience in automotive and/or truck and off‑highway (ToH) industry
• Experience with Tier 1 or Tier 2 supplier environment
• New program launch experience required
• Experience with APQP / PPAP processes preferred
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills
• Robust project management skills
• Cost analysis / cost breakdown capability
• Project management mindset
• Ability to work in cross‑functional teams
• Supplier development experience
• Strong Excel skills beside other MS Office programs
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP)
• Technical knowledge and experience required in IATF 16949 environment, Automotive OEM customer requirements, Tooling & injection molding / stamping / die casting / powder metallurgy / machining.
• Willing to travel to supplier

Benefits

• Opportunity to work from home once a week
• Flexible start times (7:00–9:00 AM) for office employees
• Paid half‑day off on your birthday
• Extra paid time off during the holiday season
• Comprehensive health & life insurance
• RRSP matching program
• Professional development with tailored training plans
• Free snacks & drinks, plus occasional catered lunches
• 24/7 employee suggestion boxes with gift card rewards
• Regular employee events & celebrations
• Anniversary recognition for your service milestones

Vacation

According to ESA

Salary Range

$60,000 - $80,000

AODA

SHW welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.