Bilingual Buyer

Our client, Vicwest Inc. is looking to add a Bilingual Buyer to join their growing team

Job description

At Vicwest we are "Building for Tomorrow", We are currently looking for a Bilingual Buyer for our Burlington office.

Since 1930, Vicwest has been North America’s metal structure experts – engineering and manufacturing metal roofing and wall systems that withstand our harshest climates. Not only are our products environmentally friendly, but our aim is to produce them in the most environmentally responsible way.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Canada’s best known building materials suppliers as we embark on a significant growth journey through new product launches & market penetration. As part of the Kingspan Group, Vicwest has an ambitious sustainability program revolving around the impact of building materials on the environment.

Vicwest is looking for an ambitious candidate to join a well-established, high performing team and aid the business as we continue to grow to reach new markets across North America.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a bilingual buyer to manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, and source materials efficiently. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills in both English and French, experience in procurement, and the ability to analyze market trends. This role requires an outgoing personality that can effectively collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify, source and negotiate construction material accessories, MRO supplies and lumber for up to 6 manufacturing facilities across Canada
• Analyze pricing, lead times, and terms to make informed purchasing decisions and agreements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers. Monitor supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and resolve issues promptly.
• Proactively analyzes market and commodity trends including pricing, new products, and potential suppliers in key markets such as PVC, Polycarbonates, HDPE, soft wood lumber, wire rod, freight and labour rates) to ensure Vicwest is receiving competitive pricing
• Negotiate favorable pricing and terms to ensure cost efficiency with existing or potential suppliers
• Maintains Purchase Information Records (PIR) and coordinates standard cost updates with Finance Teams
• Prepares and reviews supplier performance results such as OTIF (on time, in full), quality, and pricing with suppliers.
• Executes various company policies to ensure suppliers are compliant
• Gathers, maintains and organizes key documents and information for compliance such as signed service agreements, CUSMA documents, DUNS information, etc.
• Working closely with other departments such as finance, operations, and logistics to ensure procurement aligns with broader company goals.
• Supports the product development or R&D teams in sourcing materials needed for new products.
• Participates in physical inventory counts
• Participates in other continuous improvement or cross functional projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or related field (preferred).
• 3-5 years proven experience in procurement/sourcing experience, preferably in the construction industry
• Bilingual/Fluent in English and French is required (reading, writing and speaking)
• Strong relationship building skills, negotiation skills and communication skills.
• Proficient in software preferably SAP, PowerBi, Excel and Word.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of supply chain management principles.
• Detail-oriented and well-organized.
• Outgoing personality with the ability to work independently and as part of a broader team.

Vicwest welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Burlington, ON L7L 5Y7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• purchasing: 3 years (required)

Language:

• French (fluently) (required)

Work Location: In person