Senior Global Buyer & Planner - Parts & Service

Ballard Power Systems Europe A/S; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Burnaby seeks a Senior Buyer & Planner to enhance supply chain operations. You will oversee planning, procurement, and inventory management for service parts, ensuring timely support for fuel-cell customers globally. Candidates should have at least 6 years of experience in supply chain and a Bachelor’s degree. Responsibilities also include sourcing, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing inventory levels. A hybrid work model is offered, and the salary ranges from $75,000 to $93,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of planning, buying, or supply chain experience, preferably in high-tech or manufacturing sectors.
• Experience supporting service or aftermarket operations is a strong asset.
• Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain material forecasts for service parts based on historical data and growth plans.
• Source and negotiate service parts and maintain supplier relationships.
• Optimize inventory levels and manage supply constraints.

Skills

Planning

Supplier Management

Analytical Thinking

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Operations Management

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics)

Job description

A leading energy solutions provider in Burnaby seeks a Senior Buyer & Planner to enhance supply chain operations. You will oversee planning, procurement, and inventory management for service parts, ensuring timely support for fuel-cell customers globally. Candidates should have at least 6 years of experience in supply chain and a Bachelor’s degree. Responsibilities also include sourcing, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing inventory levels. A hybrid work model is offered, and the salary ranges from $75,000 to $93,000 annually.