Project Development Buyer, Apparel and Protective Gear

BRP; Sherbrooke; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Paid time off

Pension plan

Healthcare benefits

Flexible schedule

Discount on BRP products

Educational resources

Job summary

BRP in Sherbrooke seeks a Project Development Buyer to drive new apparel and protective gear projects, collaborating with engineering, design and development teams and key suppliers to expand BRP's product portfolio.

You will manage development timelines from prototyping through testing and approval, build and maintain supplier networks, and negotiate agreements while tracking project costs and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in supply chain or related fields.
• Fluent bilingualism (French/English) to represent BRP with international suppliers.
• Advanced Excel and SAP ERP familiarity.
• Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop new apparel and/or protective gear with engineering, design and development teams.
• Manage development timelines from prototyping to mass production launch.
• Develop and maintain a network of suppliers based on project requirements and budgets.
• Negotiate and manage supplier agreements (delivery times, costs, exchange rates).
• Coordinate with design, development and product line management on status, risks and decisions.
• Manage portfolio budgets and update cost prices.

Skills

Bilingual French/English

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

3+ years of experience in supply chain/related fields

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

We are looking for a Project Development Buyer who will report to the Development Buying and Sourcing Team Lead and who’ll be tasked with developing new products for our apparel and protective gear categories. As part of your role, you’ll have a major impact on the organization's growth. You’ll be at the forefront of expanding BRP's product portfolio, leveraging your supply chain expertise and the development of business partnerships with our suppliers.

You’ll Have The Opportunity To

• Be an active participant in the development process of new apparel and/or protective gear, collaborating with the engineering, design and development teams, the quality department, and strategic suppliers.
• Manage projects by contributing during the development from prototyping, fitting, testing and approval process before mass production begins. More specifically, you will be responsible for establishing and optimizing the development timeline and ensuring its timely delivery for production launch.
• To develop and maintain the network of production, manufacturing, and service suppliers based on project requirements, quality standards, timelines, capabilities, and budget.
• Negotiate and adhere to various agreements with suppliers (regarding delivery times, cost structure, raw material fluctuations, exchange rates, etc.).
• Work hand-in-hand with design, development and product line management teams to keep informed of project status, changes, risks, supplier performance, and key decisions needed throughout the end‑to‑end development process.
• Manage the budget for your portfolio of products under development and regularly update cost prices.

YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES

• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and project management Essential bilingualism (French/English), both oral and written, is required as the person in this role will represent BRP with international suppliers.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and ERP systems (SAP an asset);
• Have a curiosity or experience with the development and negotiation of technical riding apparel and gear
• Essential bilingualism (French/English), both oral and written, is required as the person in this role will represent BRP with international suppliers.
• Have a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in a relevant field (supply chain, administration/engineering, or other related fields).

ACKNOWLEDGING THE POWER OF DIVERSITY

BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead! For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning.

AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN

Let’s start with a strong foundation — You want it, we have it:

• Annual bonus based on the company’s financial results
• Generous paid time away
• Pension plan
• Collective saving opportunities
• Industry leading healthcare fully paid by BRP

What About Some Feel Good Perks

• Flexible work schedule
• A summer schedule that varies by department and location
• Holiday season shutdown
• Educational resources
• Discount on BRP products

WELCOME TO BRP

We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 17,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination: It’s about the journey.