Supply Chain Associate

Kongsberg Discovery Canada Ltd., a subsidiary of KONGSBERG, is a global technology company providing innovative and reliable technology solutions for all marine industry sectors including merchant, offshore, subsea, and naval. Headquartered in Horten, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales, and service facilities internationally. Kongsberg Discovery is a market leader in systems for positioning, surveying, and navigation, determined to provide customers with innovative and reliable marine electronics for optimal operation both on and under the sea.

What We Can Offer You:

Competitive compensation packages

Fully extended health, dental, vision & welfare benefits

Up to 7% employer match program with RRSP

Flexibility with Paid Time Off

Career growth opportunities

Safe and collaborative culture

There has never been a more exciting time to work for Kongsberg Discovery Canada Ltd. than right now. With us, you will be in the forefront of enabling the business to achieve their objectives through the role of our Supply Chain Associate.

Position Summary
The Supply Chain Buyer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing materials, components, and services required for manufacturing operations. This role ensures materials are available to support production schedules while maintaining optimal inventory levels, cost targets, quality standards, and supplier performance. The Buyer works closely with Production Planning, Engineering, Quality, Warehouse, and Suppliers to support on‑time delivery and continuous improvement initiatives.

Role and Responsibilities

Purchase raw materials, electronic components, mechanical parts, consumables, and services required for business.

Issue and manage Purchase Orders (POs) in ERP/MRP systems, maintain PO confirmations and updates.

Monitor supplier delivery performance to ensure on‑time delivery (OTD) and support production schedules.

Review MRP requirements and take appropriate purchasing actions.

Maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.

Expedite critical shortages and resolve supply chain issues.

Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, lead times, delivery schedules, invoices and order confirmations.

Support supplier performance evaluations including KPI tracking such as OTD, OTIF, quality, and service level.

Coordinate with Production Planning, Engineering, and Quality departments on material issues and engineering changes.

Support sourcing activities including RFQs, supplier selection, and cost comparisons.

Maintain accurate supplier and purchasing information/parameters in ERP systems.

Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and regulatory requirements.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within supply chain operations.

Integrate data into analytical reports—such as demand and supply planning, purchasing activities analysis, historical consumption, inventory trends and supplier on‑time delivery—to support business outcomes and improvement opportunities.

Drive continuous improvement in supply chain workflows, improving working experience and reducing manual work.

Support other supply chain teams when needed.

Other ad‑hoc duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field preferred.

2–5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Infor, or similar systems.

Experience working with suppliers and managing delivery schedules.

Strong understanding of manufacturing supply chain processes.

Knowledge of MRP planning and inventory management principles.

Strong data analysis and reporting skills with the ability to interpret purchasing, inventory, and supplier performance data.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools.

Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.

Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

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