Manufacturing Buyer

POSITION SUMMARY

BRC is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual to join our extraordinary and growing team as a Buyer. BRC is a modern office furniture manufacturer, focused on creating meaningful and inspirational workplace experiences. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with BRC's motivated and engaging Team where inclusivity, diversity, and positive work experiences are our top priority.

The Buyer is responsible for the tactical procurement of commodities, supplies, equipment, and services to be used by the organization. The Buyer coordinates their efforts with Operations in order to maintain the appropriate level of inventory. This individual will utilize their knowledge to purchase goods and services at the most favourable price and terms for the company and maintain the appropriate inventory levels, while simultaneously building and maintaining strategic relationships with key suppliers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and manage purchase orders for raw materials, consumables and services, expediting when needed.
• Ensure orders arrive on time to meet production requirements.
• Source, evaluate, quote, select and negotiate pricing for materials, supplies and services.
• Analyze, implement, and maintain appropriate inventory levels and inventory management systems.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements and implement.
• Vendor measurement and management.
• Participate in continuous improvement teams.
• Adhere to and enforce compliance with purchasing policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Duties and responsibilities may be amended from time to time in order to support efficient company operations.

Requirements

To be able to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum 2-5 years relative experience as a buyer.
• Experience purchasing in a manufacturing environment.
• Education in a business or purchasing program is an asset.
• Experience with processing of Purchase Orders and Vendor communication.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and ERP.
• Excellent skills in communication, structured problem solving and multi-tasking.
• Must be well organized and display an infectious day to day positive attitude and spirit of continuous improvement
• Ability to work with little or no supervision, and ability to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to respond appropriately in pressure situations with a calm and steady demeanor.
• Strong customer service focus.

Working conditions

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Some travel may be required.
• Ability to attend and conduct presentations.
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
• Work on site at the plant as many days as required.
• Overtime as required.

Benefits

Benefits

• Inspiring team committed to a diverse, inclusive, and safe workspace.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Various social and recreational activities.