Project Buyer

Posted Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 4:00 AM

Are you looking for an opportunity to work for a manufacturing company whose products challenge the status quo and help usher in a cleaner, greener future?

If so, we want to hear from you

One of Canada’s best managed companies of 2022, CMP is one of North America’s most advanced mechanical enclosure systems providers. Recognized as innovators for industry sectors that include: Energy Storage, Robotic Warehouse Automation, Capital Equipment, Security, and Light Rail & Transport.

CMP offers employees a comprehensive benefits package and is committed to maintaining a healthy work/life balance.

What we offer:

• A 4.0 company (at the cutting edge of technology)
• Clean and safe work environment
• Health and Wellness Program
• Work/Life Balance
• Recognition activities
• Free gym
• Cafeteria
• A positive and friendly work environment
• Free parking

Join our team today

Description

The Project Buyer will monitor market conditions and purchase when prices are favorable. He/she will study trends to identify and resolve potential supply chain issues.

Role & Responsibilities

• Ensure supply of materials based on customer requirements at the lowest cost while ensuring quality and on-time delivery.
• Engage procurement and suppliers early in the product development/manufacturing process and monitor current products to minimize overall costs.
• Develop and execute cost reduction strategies in collaboration with the Strategic Sourcing Manager.
• Ensure a continuous flow of new suppliers for the commodity.
• Conduct periodic business reviews with key suppliers.
• Collaborate with the supply chain team to ensure deadlines are met.
• Draft proposals to manage contracts and negotiations.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure a stable supply chain.
• Evaluate market conditions to mitigate risk, maintain optimal inventory levels, and control costs.
• Drive supplier performance, contract effectiveness, collaboration, and integration.
• Develop and solicit RFPs, analyze submissions, and form recommendations for review with the Program Management Team.
• Other duties as assigned by the Strategic Sourcing Manager.

Prerequisites

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in procurement, contract management, and supplier development.
• A growth mindset with a passion for learning.
• Organized and technically savvy, with a knack for generating solutions.
• Understanding of contract language.
• Experience in sourcing parts for product development.
• Understanding of basic inventory management concepts.
• Knowledge of logistics (Incoterms, transport modes, transport times).
• Advanced spoken and written bilingualism (French – English).

Key Performance Indicators:

• Willingness to learn.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented to achieve a high degree of accuracy of technical information.
• Team player (collaborative and encouraging).