Strategic Buyer for Modular Construction

mattamyhomes; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc. is seeking a Buyer to identify, qualify and source supplier options for volumetric modular construction and components. You will support design finalization and launch of the SAMI factory, then lead sourcing and vendor management for future production launches.

You will analyze market trends, negotiate supplier agreements, and develop contingency plans to sustain supply and optimize costs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Management, Commerce, Economics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain/sourcing within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Office, ERP supply chain systems.
• Exposure to commodity markets & trends.
• Strong negotiation, analytical and presentation skills.
• Strong project management, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding and ability to read technical drawings.
• Effective time management and problem-solving skills to mitigate risks and meet program deadlines.
• Ability to summarize strategies into a clear and concise narrative.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with engineering/program management across all product lines to identify vendors and develop sourcing strategies.
• Support plant level sourcing requirements from an MRO standpoint.
• Manage relationships with vendors to ensure performance and partnerships.
• Develop understanding of cost drivers and breakdowns per commodity.
• Analyze market trends to identify cost and supply opportunities.
• Negotiate and develop supplier agreements to reduce total cost of ownership.
• Develop contingency plans for critical parts and suppliers.
• Manage supplier production risks across all functions.
• Conduct ongoing market tests (RFQs) to ensure competitive position.
• Manage purchase price variance and cost avoidance to mitigate market exposure.
• Coordinate with quality and production to ensure no downtime and continuous supply/quality.
• Handle other duties as assigned.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Reading technical drawings

Time management

Problem solving

Narrative/ storytelling

Education

Post-secondary education in Supply Chain/related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

ERP supply chain systems

Job description

Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc. is seeking a Buyer to identify, qualify and source supplier options for volumetric modular construction and components. You will support design finalization and launch of the SAMI factory, then lead sourcing and vendor management for future production launches.

You will analyze market trends, negotiate supplier agreements, and develop contingency plans to sustain supply and optimize costs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.