Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Position: Buyer 1 (12 months contract)
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborate with the regional & site customer focus team(s) to support customer material and business needs.

Send Purchase Order Action (POA) reports to suppliers and manage PO Actions on a weekly basis.

Generate and manage ERP purchase order releases for production and new product launch.

Monitor, track, and provide feedback to accurately communicate the PO Status to CFT (Customer Focus Team).

Maintain and set up parts in ERP as needed (Preferred supplier, Prime MPN, MOQ/MPQ, Leadtime, NCNR).

Work with Materials Planner to obtain customer authorization on pricing, NCNR, premium freight, and materials liability.

Source for material shortages to reduce delivery impact yet minimize unfavorable PPV/CMP & excess inventory.

Manage material escalations with Commodity Management and suppliers.

Manage Material Review Board (MRB) items related to quality, receiving issues, ECO, and NCR including returns to suppliers.

Execute contract changes.

Execute PFEP (Plan for Every Part)/VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) changes recommended by Program Leader/Supply Chain Leader.

Adhere to supplier approval and review processes.

Management and maintenance of Suppliers with activities related to selection, forecasting, monitoring performance, and supplier corrective actions.

Drive cost reduction and supplier negotiations for items not owned by commodity management.

Collaborate with Materials Planner on inventory reduction plans.

Work with Finance/Supplier/Commodity Manager to resolve invoice issues.

Escalate to Finance on credit holds and payment terms issues as it applies to supplier deliveries and invoices.

May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in operations, Inventory or Purchasing Management, or equivalent combination of educational and work experience.

Minimum of 1 year of experience in Supply Chain is required.

Proficient English business communications skills, both written and verbal.

Proficiency in operating a computer including using a Windows based operating systems and related software.

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office including Excel (v-lookups, data filters, pivot tables etc.).

Excellent organizational and administrative skills.

Self‑motivated team player, able to work well under pressure.

Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the anticipated pay for new hires for this position is up to CDN $ 64,000 per year. Fixed term employees with contracts of 9 months or greater are also eligible for benefits. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, location, and shift.

The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on the date of hire, schedule type, and hours worked.

Creation Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Canada:
Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws.

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