Buyer, Business

What’s In It For You?
You will be joining a market leader with over 40 years of experience to help you elevate your potential.
You will be working for the world's #1 privately held business to business distributor of electrical products and related solutions.
A chance to get involved in the forever growing electrical industry.
We house the largest inventory to better service our customers and deliver on sales commitments.
An opportunity for career development across many business departments within our organization.

Job Summary  Electrical Distribution Buyer. Reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager, this position is accountable for the effective procurement of materials, ensuring timely purchase order placement and delivery to meet customer requirements while maintaining inventory levels in accordance with approved policies and targets.

Roles and Responsibilities   Procurement & Purchasing
Purchase electrical products such as wire & cable, panels, switch gear, breakers, lighting, controls, automation components, and MRO items
Create and manage purchase orders in line with demand forecasts, inventory targets, and customer commitments
Ensure all purchases meet technical specifications, quality standards, and compliance requirements
Develop and maintain strong relationships with manufacturers, distributors, and authorized suppliers
Monitor supplier performance (on-time delivery, fill rates, quality, responsiveness)
Identify alternative or secondary suppliers to reduce risk and improve supply continuity
Participate in Business Reviews
Inventory Management & Forecasting
Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts, excess inventory, and obsolescence
Collaborate with sales and operations to forecast demand based on historical trends, projects, and market conditions
Optimize stock levels across fast-moving, slow-moving, and project-based items
Participate in obsolescence reviews
Support margin targets
Understand cost drivers including pricing trends, freight, tariffs, currency, and supplier increases
Work closely with Pricing Team to validate supplier pricing, credits, rebates, and chargebacks
Product Knowledge & Technical Understanding
Maintain strong knowledge of electrical products, manufacturers, specifications, and applications
Stay current on industry standards, codes, and regulations (e.g., CSA, UL, NEC, IEC where applicable)
Participate in product training, supplier updates, and technical briefings
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with sales teams to support customer requirements, quotes, and project timelines
Coordinate with warehouse, logistics, and operations teams to ensure smooth material flow
Support customer service by resolving supply issues, backorders, and delivery delays
Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders regarding lead times, shortages, and substitutions
Supply Chain Risk Management
Proactively manage supply chain disruptions, long lead times, and constrained materials
Develop contingency plans for critical or high-risk electrical components
Track market conditions impacting electrical supply (manufacturer capacity, global shortages, regulatory changes)
Systems, Data & Reporting
Use ERP or purchasing systems to manage orders, inventory, pricing, and supplier data
Analyze purchasing and inventory reports to drive informed decisions
Maintain accurate records, part numbers, costs, and supplier documentation
Support audits and compliance reviews as required
Identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency, accuracy, and responsiveness
Support process improvements in inventory planning, vendor onboarding, and order management
Participate in strategic sourcing or category management initiatives
Requirements   Post secondary courses in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business Studies
Minimum 3 years related experience.
Strong analytical skills
Solid understanding of electrical distribution products and markets
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
We offer a competitive salary, plus a full set of benefits, including:
Flexible benefits program allowing you to choose from options that best fit you and your dependents’ needs. Benefit options include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending Account & RRSP matching.
Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and a career path.
Regardless of your benefits program, you will receive company paid Life Insurance, and employee paid disability.
More information  Sonepar places the planet and diversity and inclusion at the core of its vision driving our business ethos.
Today, Sonepar is the leading distributor of energy-efficient products, pioneering the energy transition and making sustainability a priority. At Sonepar, we firmly believe that every action is crucial in safeguarding the environment, driving our commitment to a more sustainable future. We have accelerated our own transition to efficient generation and use of…