Purchasing - Buyer (6 months Contract)

Mohawk Medbuy Corporation; Burlington; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A national not-for-profit organization is seeking a full-time Buyer for a 6-month contract in Burlington. The ideal candidate will manage purchase orders, collaborate with stakeholders, and support sustainability initiatives. Applicants should have a degree in Supply Chain or a related field, along with 1-2 years of purchasing experience. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible remote work policy

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a purchasing/supply chain environment.
• Basic knowledge of SAP or Allscripts preferable.
• CSCMP designation, completed or in progress, is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform order entry of requisitions and generate purchase orders.
• Maintain files and provide information to customers and suppliers.
• Review invoice discrepancies and liaise with stakeholders.

Skills

Continuous quality improvement

Customer service

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Mathematical aptitude

PC skills

Adaptability

Education

University Degree or College Diploma in Supply Chain or business related discipline

Tools

SAP

Allscripts

Job description

1107 Clay Ave, Burlington, ON L7L 0A1, Canada

Job Description

Posted Friday, July 18, 2025 at 4:00 AM | Expires Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 3:59 AM

Buyer

Mohawk Medbuy Corporation (MMC) is a national, not-for-profit, shared services organization that supports hundreds of health care providers across Canada, as well as child welfare agencies and other public sector organizations. MMC provides value-driven contracting and procurement solutions for medical/surgical supplies, pharmaceutical products, local sourcing, capital (equipment, FF&E and redevelopment) and nutrition solutions. Other services include data analytics, in-hospital support, warehousing/logistics, technology, procure-to-pay, and accounts payable.

With an emerging focus on sustainability and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, MMC is actively supporting the creation of a resilient value chain that incorporates environmental, social and governance best practices. Based in Burlington, ON, the organization also has offices in Toronto, Thunder Bay, Kingston, Brantford, London and Chatham, and a distribution centre in Oakville.

We are currently recruiting for a 6 month contract full-time Buyer to support our Purchasing team.

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Perform order entry of requisitions received from the customer base and generate subsequent purchase orders
• Maintain files and provide information to customer and suppliers concerning relevant purchasing policies and procedures
• Review and resolve any invoice discrepancies, while liaising with Hospital stakeholders, Accounts Payable, Receiving, Buyers and Suppliers on a weekly basis
• Issue Purchase Orders to effectively purchase equipment, material, or services in accordance with the BPS Procurement Directive and hospital procurement policies
• Process orders for material/services within set service level agreements (SLAs)
• Identify process improvement opportunities within the team
• Resolve problems, expedite orders and coordinate repairs and returns
• Review and resolve Open Purchase Orders, coordinate alternatives for Back Orders and Substitutions, and manage resolution of PO Invoice Match Discrepancies
• Work collaboratively to maintain adequate departmental coverage and ensure service level commitments are met
• Obtain quotes for low-value low-complexity goods / services

Qualifications and Skills

Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrated commitment to continuous quality improvement
• Reliable and focused, with keen interest in contributing significantly to the MMC Purchasing team
• Ability to provide a high level of customer service to the end user and work collaboratively with team members
• Ability to organize, control and coordinate a variety of activities in a fast paced, team-oriented environment
• Previous knowledge and experience in materials provisioning and an understanding of business and legal issues is an asset
• Excellent communication and analytical abilities
• Mathematical aptitude and proficient PC skills
• Adaptable and flexible; willing to take on new responsibilities as assigned

Education, Training, and Experience

• University Degree or College Diploma in Supply Chain or business related discipline
• 1-2 years of equivalent work experience in a purchasing/supply chain environment or professional services environment.
• Basic knowledge of SAP or Allscripts preferable
• CSCMP designation, completed or in progress, is an asset
• Experience in administering terms and conditions of purchase orders and formal contracts is an asset

Travel

• Ability to travel to Mohawk Medbuy offices if required
• Must be able to travel to the Toronto office location at least once a month

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Human Resources.

Mohawk Medbuy is a HOOPP employer offering a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package and flexible remote work policy.

Qualified candidates with a desire to join our innovative team are invited to submit their application in Dayforce.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted for an interview, please inform us should any accommodation be required. Mohawk Medbuy is committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

1107 Clay Ave, Burlington, ON L7L 0A1, Canada