Strategic Tooling & Capital Buyer

AGS AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AGS Automotive Systems in Ontario, Canada, is seeking a Capital & Tooling Buyer to lead sourcing for capital and tooling purchases. You will work with Engineering, Quality, and manufacturing plants to drive launches, meet timelines, and negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.

The role emphasizes strong negotiation, stakeholder collaboration, and cost-management, with occasional travel. A focus on continuous improvement and delivering high-quality components aligns with AGS values.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, preferably automotive capital and tooling
• Strong negotiation and communication skills required
• Analytical with solid problem-solving abilities and Excel proficiency
• Ability to build relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers

Responsibilities

• Maintain an approved supply base
• Prepare RFQ packages
• Analyze supplier quotations via cost breakdowns
• Recommend sourcing decisions based on cost, quality, delivery, and stability
• Negotiate all commercial aspects of tooling purchases including payment terms
• Support on-time delivery through PDT process participation
• Collaborate with Tooling Engineering on new tooling sources
• Monitor market trends and supplier activity
• Drive cost-reduction opportunities and savings initiatives
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Excel skills

Analytical

Problem solving

Influencing skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma

College Diploma/University Degree

Job description

AGS Automotive Systems in Ontario, Canada, is seeking a Capital & Tooling Buyer to lead sourcing for capital and tooling purchases. You will work with Engineering, Quality, and manufacturing plants to drive launches, meet timelines, and negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.

The role emphasizes strong negotiation, stakeholder collaboration, and cost-management, with occasional travel. A focus on continuous improvement and delivering high-quality components aligns with AGS values.