Supply Chain Transportation Specialist

1 month ago


Burnaby BC, Canada Summit Tools Full time

We have 4 store locations, a Distribution Center, and Head Office. Our stores have a wide selection of national brands with the latest products in the market. We proudly serve a broad spectrum of clients from the Contractor, Trades, and Industrial users. We are expanding and hiring candidates who are looking for growth and development opportunities within our field.
Comprehensive Benefit Package – extended health, dental, long-term disability, and term life insurance.
All Staff are full-time which creates a stable work environment.
We are offering advancements through multiple channels – Contractor/Trade Sales, Distribution, and Head Office

The Senior Buyer will play a critical role in sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, products, and services essential to our operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in purchasing within the power tools or related industry, along with exceptional negotiation skills and a strategic mindset.

Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, price, reliability, and service to ensure the continuous supply of materials and components necessary for manufacturing our products.
Anticipate seasonal changes and develop promotional item lists and marketing strategies.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiating contracts and terms to optimize cost savings, quality, and delivery schedules.
Set appropriate purchase order cycles to balance inventory levels and warehouse operations.
Analyze pricing trends, market dynamics, and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate risks to the supply chain.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast demand, manage inventory levels, and ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
Work closely with suppliers to ensure adherence to quality standards, conducting audits and inspections as necessary to uphold product quality and reliability.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function, implementing best practices and process efficiencies to optimize procurement operations.
Collaborate with internal teams, including manufacturing, engineering, and sales, to align procurement activities with organizational goals and objectives.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company policies throughout the procurement process.

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably in the power tools or related industry.
Proven track record of successfully negotiating contracts, achieving cost savings, and managing supplier relationships.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, perform cost analysis, and make data-driven decisions.
Proficiency in procurement software and tools, such as ERP systems, e-procurement platforms, and MS Office Suite.



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