Senior Buyer

Powell; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical manufacturing company in Alberta is seeking a Buyer to manage supply chain commodities and ensure the alignment of the supply chain to meet demand. The ideal candidate will have purchasing experience, strong negotiation skills, and familiarity with ERP systems. This role offers a comprehensive salary package and benefits within a professional working environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive salary package

RRSP matching

Extensive benefits

Job training

Qualifications

• Purchasing and Supply Chain experience in an engineered to order manufacturing environment preferred.
• APICS Certification Preferred (CPIM / CSCP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Purchase Orders are placed on time in accordance with company's authority.
• Adjust Suppliers Delivery Schedules to support customer schedule changes.
• Reduce overall cost base by delivering savings from Cost Reduction Projects.
• Maintain Purchasing information in Oracle.

Skills

Strong Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Computer Skills – ERP, Microsoft Office

High level of Customer Focus

Education

High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Oracle

Microsoft Office

Supplier Portals

Job description

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we appreciate our employees by providing a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.

Based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE) location, The primary function of the Buyer is to manage an assigned set of commodities to ensure the Supply Chain is properly aligned to meet our demand schedule at the total lowest cost possible. Other functions will include improving the performance of our Supply Chain by using our Supplier Scorecard Process, identify and implement stocking programs (such as VMI, Supplier Safety Stock and / or Consignment) where applicable to eliminate stock outs or shortages, and disposition Non-Conforming Material back to the supplier in a timely manner. Lastly, the Buyer will also focus on reducing the overall cost to the business by managing PPV and delivering Cost Savings through projects identified at both the Local and Corporate level.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Purchase Orders are placed on time and in accordance with Powell’s Grants of Authority
• Adjust Suppliers Delivery Schedules as required to support our customers schedule changes and communicate the status of all shortages and expedite PO’s as required
• Reduce the overall cost base by delivering savings from Cost Reduction Projects
• Improve the Performance of our Supply chain by developing action plans for our worst performing suppliers to either improve their delivery or exit them as a supplier
• Ensure the information on our PO’s is accurate to ensure Suppliers Invoices get processed efficiently upon receipt
• Promptly disposition Non-Conforming Material back to our Suppliers to minimize any and all schedule delays
• Maintain the Purchasing information contained within Oracle (Lead Times, Pricing, MOQ’s, etc…)
• Work with our Inventory team to disposition excess and obsolete purchased inventory
• Adhere to Powell Safety Rules

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Associate’s Degree (Bachelor’s Degree Preferred)
• Purchasing and Supply Chain experience (engineered to order manufacturing environment preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• APICS Certification Preferred (CPIM / CSCP)

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Strong Negotiation Skills
• Demonstrated Analytical and Root Cause determination skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Computer Skills – ERP, Microsoft Office, Supplier Portals
• High level of Customer Focus (both internal and external)

Working Conditions

• Temperature controlled working environment.
• Job requires working in an office setting.
• Working in front of a computer for the majority of the shift.

Physical Requirements

• Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner.
• Using upper extremities to apply or exert a force up to 20 lbs.
• Typing or applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.

Who we are

Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing and electrical / instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary, and Montreal.

Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customer’s needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.

Your Partner in Safety

Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.