Buyer-Defense Electonics-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
. The role requires an individual experienced with defense electronic products and has 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.

The role requires close networking with Planning, Purchasing, Program Management, and Production teams as well as a solid understanding of the activities required to meet forecast commits and internal requirements.

Ottawa, ON

• 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

$67,900 - $90,500 plus bonus opportunity

• Responsible for the purchasing and management of commodities in order to support Curtiss‑Wright supply chain.
• Drive supplier performance improvement as measured on scorecards and actively manage supplier quality issues through a thorough root cause and corrective action methodology.
• Participate in supplier calls within a team or independently, updating ERP delivery commitments in coordination with Planning.
• Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships while measuring and reporting on supplier performance trends and opportunities.
• Coordinate, review and manage supplier open order reports to expedite and escalation priority lists for key suppliers.
• Timely reporting of critical topics, supply shortages, updates via verbal communication, e‑mail communication, and ERP data updating for integrity maintenance.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure appropriate updates are available when needed.
• Participate in project meetings to provide updates and status of orders to the respective 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, review lead times and safety stock settings, stock transfer requests and non‑production procurement requests.
• Ensure material receipts support the business requirements while optimizing inventory levels vs. material costs.
• Lead process changes and improvements in alignment with best purchasing practices, including documentation, implementation, compliance, and KPI implementation.
• Lead and participate in negotiations to ensure improvements in purchase price variances to standard for direct spend items, and indirect spend item cost reductions.
• Ensure flow down of contractual requirements such as special processes, FAI, DPAS rating, etc.
• Manage ERP procurement exceptions (planned early and late receipts) to minimize disconnects.

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

This position may require exposure to export‑controlled information and is subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export‑controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

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,…