Buyer, Administrative​/Clerical

Under the responsibility of the Unit Manager, the position holder orders the raw material, finished goods and packaging, including services required for the plant he/she is assigned to.

• Places orders for the items that are below minimum levels and required according to the various stock status reports. Issues PO’s to suppliers accordingly;
• Reviews min/max inventory reports on stock items and recommends amendments;
• Coordinates and does a daily follow-up on delivery dates to coincide with the production needs;
• Reports to Unit Manager any deviation or potential affectation to the plant;
• Routinely meets with Canadian Sales teams to plan future requirements;
• Makes sure of the confirmation of orders (delivery date; quantity; price) according to the needs of the customer's orders and/or stocks;
• Plan inbound containers to minimize volumes maintained while ensuring availability;
• Assists with verification/matching of documents;
• Assists with invoice processing and discrepancy reconciliation;
• Assists with preparation of cost analysis and consumption reports;
• Does data entry;
• Does scanning and filing;
• Participates in physical inventory;
• Relief of the Receptionist during lunches, breaks and/or absences;
• Does any other related tasks.

• Education:
  
  College Degree (CD)
• Years of experience: 3 years in a similar setting
• Languages spoken and written:
  English
• Office automation software:
  Microsoft Suite Office
• Data capture software:
  Dynamics 365
• Mathematical aptitudes
• Knowledge of MAPEI products
• Production plan and Buying process
• Transportation and shipping
• Negotiation and communication skills
• Analytical and adaptation capacity
• Time and priority management and sense of planning and organization
• Can work under pressure and capacity to challenge situations or people
• Detailed oriented
• Courtesy and discernment
• Leadership, innovative capacity, team spirit, business knowledge, sense of customer service and proactivity