Buyer-Defense Electronics-Onsite Position

Buyer-Defense Electronics-Onsite Position

We are looking for a Buyer to join our world‑class manufacturing and design facility in Ottawa, Ontario. As the Buyer you will work within the Supply Chain function, requiring experience with defense electronic products and a thorough understanding of defense procurement and processes. This tactical role bridges supplier relationships and procurement needs based on MRP requirements to support the business.

Location:

Ottawa, ON

Salary Range: $67,900 - $90,500 plus bonus opportunity. The salary range is a general guideline and may be adjusted based on qualifications, experience, scope of the position, and market considerations.

• Paid Time Off
• RRSP with Employer Match
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Competitive Pay
• Referral Program
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

• Responsible for the purchasing and management of commodities to support the supply chain.
• Drive supplier performance improvement as measured on scorecards and actively manage supplier quality issues through root‑cause analysis and corrective action.
• Participate in supplier calls, update ERP delivery commitments, and coordinate with Planning.
• Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships while measuring and reporting on performance trends and opportunities.
• Coordinate, review, and manage supplier open‑order reports to expedite and prioritize key suppliers.
• Provide timely reporting of critical topics, shortages, and updates via verbal communication, e‑mail, and ERP data.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure updates are available when needed.
• Participate in project meetings, providing order status updates to program managers and other internal customers.
• Identify and elevate ongoing supplier issues with management as appropriate.
• Provide support to procurement and planning with supporting documentation as required.
• Manage functions such as material reservations, master data maintenance, lead‑time and safety‑stock settings, stock‑transfer requests, and non‑production procurement requests.
• Ensure material receipts support business requirements while optimizing inventory levels versus material costs.
• Lead process changes and improvements in alignment with best purchasing practices, including documentation, implementation, compliance, and KPI implementation.
• Lead negotiations to improve purchase‑price variances for direct spend items and reduce indirect spend costs.
• Ensure contractual requirements such as special processes, FAI, DPAS rating, etc. are flowed down.
• Manage ERP procurement exceptions to minimize disconnects.

Position may require exposure to export‑controlled information and is subject to additional security screening.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Finance (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of related experience.
• Experience with electronics, machining, and knowledge of PWB/PCB (preferred).
• Knowledge and experience with AS9100 requirements.
• High level of understanding of material and planning processes.
• Experience working with SAP (preferred).
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communicator with strong customer focus and ability to meet deadlines in a team environment.

Curtiss‑Wright is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

For US applicants, EEO is the law. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.