Strategic Buyer - Global Sourcing & Supplier Negotiation

Methode Electronics; Alberta; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness program

Time off benefits

401(k) with company contribution

Job summary

Methode Electronics is seeking a Buyer in Alberta to source and purchase components, driving cost, quality and delivery targets under the Supply Chain Manager. You will negotiate with suppliers, support product development, and coordinate purchases across raw materials, tools and supplies.

Ideal candidates have a degree in a related field and 3–7 years of purchasing in manufacturing, with strong analytical and communication skills, ERP/MS Office proficiency, and the ability to act proactively in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university in a related field of study.
• 3–7 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment; electronics background desirable.
• Experience in applying analytical skills to negotiate successfully with supplier.
• Demonstrate ability to take the initiative in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
• Experience sourcing products in Asia a plus.
• Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office products as well as ERP systems.
• Excellent communication skills. Ability to communicate with all levels inside and outside of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Sources within commodity strategies to ensure cost, quality and delivery targets are achieved
• Supports product development team through on-time sourcing
• Achieves best in class pricing and builds supplier relationships through fact-based negotiation
• Manages Procurement team’s deliverables for select program launches
• Coordinates activities involved with procuring goods, such as raw materials, tools, parts and supplies to support the company’s needs
• Maintains and improves departmental procedures
• Collaborates with suppliers and cross-functional colleagues to determine the root cause of supply disruptions and implement appropriate corrective actions
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Initiative

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Methode Electronics is seeking a Buyer in Alberta to source and purchase components, driving cost, quality and delivery targets under the Supply Chain Manager. You will negotiate with suppliers, support product development, and coordinate purchases across raw materials, tools and supplies.

Ideal candidates have a degree in a related field and 3–7 years of purchasing in manufacturing, with strong analytical and communication skills, ERP/MS Office proficiency, and the ability to act proactively in