Strategic buyer

WHAT TO EXPECT 

As a Buyer, you will report to the Director of Procurement & Logistics. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that production has the necessary materials and supplies to meet external customer orders. Your challenges will include optimizing cost reductions, reducing single-source products and negotiating prices on materials. As a buyer, you'll also be responsible for developing new markets, bringing technical knowledge to the purchasing department and acting as a bridge between it and R&D. In your role, you'll be called upon to collaborate with employees from other departments such as R&D, production and sales.

Have we piqued your curiosity? Here's a glimpse of what you could be doing: 

• You will be responsible for obtaining the best prices and purchasing conditions, in line with the company's cost reduction initiatives and annual targets
• You will negotiate the structure of contracts with new suppliers, including their terms and conditions 
• You will act as the company's representative with suppliers, maintaining good business relationships
• You will provide sales support for customer quotations and price negotiations, advising on market trends and risks
• You will be responsible for keeping the various databases up to date (MRP parameters, price list, items and suppliers), when necessary
• You will handle purchase requisitions and purchase requests sent by e-mail by internal customers.
• Ensure compliance with ISO quality standards and procedures

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR  

Here's an overview of what we're looking for in our future colleague: 

• You have a Certificate in Supply Chain Management
• You have 5 to 8 years' relevant experience, plus experience in a manufacturing field
• You are familiar with the plastics or rubber industry and have a knowledge of chemistry, which is an asset for us
• You are interested in growing within the company and in management;
• You have computer skills (including Office suite) and knowledge of the SAP system.
• You see yourself as a multitasker and all-rounder.
• You have a solid understanding of the supplier negotiation process.
• You have good judgment and decisiveness.
• You're meticulous, structured and able to manage priorities well.
• You consider yourself bilingual (French and English) since we have to communicate with customers all over the world

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER  

• Your work schedule will be daytime, Monday to Friday
  
• You will benefit from the possibility of flexible working hours (compressed schedule / telecommuting)
  
• You may be required to travel outside the plant to visit suppliers and participate in trade events. Make sure you have a valid passport! 
  
• Leave for sickness or family reasons (more generous than the norm)    
• RRSP with employer contribution  
• Work environment based on sharing and teamwork  
• Group insurance including dental care  
• Employee and family assistance program  
• Sick leave and floating days in addition to your holidays  
• Our golden colleagues!