Senior Specialist–Supply Chain

Microchip Technology; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global organization in technology is seeking an experienced supply chain manager in Burnaby. The role involves managing purchase orders, preparing contracts, and enhancing supply chain strategies. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience. The position offers a competitive base salary of $53,000 to $90,000, along with comprehensive health benefits and stock options.

Benefits

Health benefits from day one

Quarterly bonuses

Retirement plans

Restricted stock units

Industry-leading IESPP program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management or purchasing.
• APICS certification (CPIM, CFPIM, or CSCP) preferred.
• Experience with computerized manufacturing systems and ERP/MRP.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders that support internal manufacturing.
• Evaluate quotations and prepare contracts that meet requirements.
• Build and maintain close working relationships with teams to improve supply chain processes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation techniques

Customer service strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, procurement, accounting, or finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics AX2012

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be part of something great? Join a 20,000-member team at Microchip Technology, Inc., a global organization that powers the world around us. We foster a culture of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication, offering employees the chance to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar company.

At Microchip, we support your growth and stability, challenge you with a diverse array of products and solutions, and provide unlimited career potential. Our Leadership Passage Programs support career development, enrolling over a thousand employees annually. We are committed to employee development, values-based decision making, and a strong sense of community, which has earned us numerous awards for diversity and workplace excellence.

We are built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo. Our record revenue and success are driven by a team committed to empowering innovation — people like you.

Visit our page to explore exciting opportunities and learn more about our company!

Job Description:

• Issue and manage purchase orders supporting Microchip's internal manufacturing.
• Use advanced computer skills to establish reporting for activities and exceptions.
• Prepare RFQs and specifications, evaluate quotations, and prepare contracts meeting national and international requirements.
• Plan and execute effective commercial negotiation strategies and tactics.
• Build and maintain close working relationships with manufacturing and planning teams to address supply chain risks and improve processes.
• Stay informed on economic and industrial trends affecting markets and prices.
• Report on purchasing performance and drive root cause/corrective actions with suppliers.

Key Technical Purchasing & Supply Chain Competencies:

• Drive process systemization within the supply chain.
• Understand purchasing policies and process flows to improve ERP system setup and train colleagues.
• Resolve accounts payable/receivable discrepancies.
• Address delivery/receiving discrepancies.
• Deliver effective customer service in diverse purchasing environments.
• Understand specifications, sourcing, and partnering.
• Apply negotiation techniques and tactics.

Requirements / Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management or purchasing.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, procurement, accounting, or finance.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX2012 / INFOR LN preferred.
• APICS certification (CPIM, CFPIM, or CSCP) preferred.
• Potential for increased responsibility in the future.

General or Key Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience with computerized manufacturing systems and ERP/MRP.
• Proven planning, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others and in teams.

Broader Business Skills:

• Finance and accounting techniques.
• Research methods.
• Customer service strategies.

Travel Time: 0% - 25%

Pay Range:

Annual base salary ranges from $53,000 to $90,000, depending on location, skills, and experience. Our total compensation package includes competitive base pay, restricted stock units, quarterly bonuses, health benefits from day one, retirement plans, and an industry-leading IESPP program with a 6-month look-back feature. For more details on benefits, visit our website.

Note: We do not accept recruitment agency applications for this position.