Technical Buyer

Kepler Communications Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,536 - 80,536; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Equity plan

Unlimited vacation

Parental leave

Holiday shutdown

Relocation package

Professional development fund

Office kitchen & snacks

Great Place to Work

Job summary

Kepler Communications is seeking a Technical Buyer in Toronto to lead procurement and supplier management across assigned programs and commodities. You will work closely with Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance to ensure material, equipment, and services are sourced and delivered on schedule.

The role involves proactively managing supplier performance, delivery risks, and material readiness while supporting new product introduction and production activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and supplier management across programs/products.
• Support for new product introduction (NPI) and production activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and supplier management activities for assigned programs and commodities.
• Manage supplier performance, delivery schedules, procurement risks, and material readiness.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and production activities.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier management

NPI support

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

At Kepler Communications, we're not just imagining the future of on-demand space connectivity - we're leading it!

Our mission is to provide real-time on-orbit connectivity for critical missions, enabling a new era of data-driven intelligence and innovation. With 33 satellites launched to date, Kepler operates the first commercial optical data relay constellation, enabling real-time, continuous space communications while supporting advanced on-orbit compute and hosted payload capabilities.

Industry-leading technology is only part of the story. What sets Kepler apart is our team: bold thinkers, skilled builders, and passionate problem-solvers who thrive on pushing the boundaries ofwhat’spossible in space. We believe great ideas come from diverse perspectives, andwe’recommitted to creating an environment where you can grow, lead, and make a global impact.

Ifyou’reready to reach higher, move faster, and do work that shapes the future space economy - this is your launchpad. Come build the future with Kepler!

What We Offer:

• * Competitive compensationwith a robust equity plan to share in our success.
• * Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy,and company-wide holiday shutdown.
• * Semi-annual company-wide partiesand frequent in-office team events.
• * Relocation packagesavailable for approved roles.
• * $1,500 annual professional development fundto support your growth.
• * Fully stocked Toronto office kitchenwith snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.
• * Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide eventstop stay connected and engaged.
* We’re a certifiedGreat Place to Work® five years in a row!

The Technical Buyer is responsible for leading procurement and supplier management activities across assigned programs, products, and commodities. This role works closely with Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance to ensure material, equipment, and services are sourced and delivered in support of program objectives.

The successful candidate will proactively manage supplier performance, delivery schedules, procurement risks, and material readiness while supporting new product introduction (NPI) and production activities.

Salary Range: $55,536 - 80,536 CAD

Job Type: This is for a current vacancy

Employment Equity & Accommodation Statement

Kepler Communications is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team at [e-mail] , and we will work with you to meet your needs.

At Kepler Communications, all hiring decisions are made by people. Human recruiters are involved in every step of our recruitment process. We use AI-based tools (such as Lever AI and HireEZ) to assist with the initial review of applications by ranking candidates based on job-relevant criteria. These tools support - but do not replace - human judgment.