Buyer Analyst

Join to apply for the Buyer Analyst - 6 Month Contract role at Hammond Power Solutions 4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Hammond Power Solutions Inc. is a global manufacturer headquartered in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. HPS has grown to become the leader in North America in the custom design and manufacture of dry type transformers. Over the past century, HPS delivers electrical power solutions to global markets and provides solutions for complex applications such as mining, rectifiers, drives, traction, wind, solar and many other electrical power applications. We currently have an opening for a Buyer Analyst - 6 Month Contract, come grow with us Reporting to the Materials Management Supervisor, the person in this role will establish delivery schedules of materials in order to meet production requirements, provide cost‑effective sourcing of materials and negotiate day‑to‑day purchases and plant‑level LOIs. Key Responsibilities Maintain critical material information in the ERP system (lead‑times, pricing, safety stocks, vendor data) Place purchase orders Analyze, schedule and expedite material according to ERP requirements Amend delivery dates as required Expedite material deliveries where appropriate Analyze raw material inventory levels against production trends Source non‑strategic commodities in a cost‑effective manner Prepare and evaluate quotations based on price, quality and delivery attributes Assist in disposal of excess and obsolete materials/products Stay abreast of new products, materials, market conditions and general industry trends as they relate to HPS Provide timely forecasts to suppliers Coordinate supplier activities with other departments Evaluate supplier performance metrics (quality, delivery, cost) Provide guidance and training to plant personnel involved in material activities Represent the department on assigned teams in a professional manner Summarize activities, results and commitments in an effective manner Plan and complete material‑related projects as assigned Qualifications Materials Management diploma (or equivalent degree) Minimum of 2 years experience in materials management (purchasing or production planning) Good negotiation skills Problem‑solving, judgment and decision‑making skills Strong analytical and organizational skills Good written and oral communication skills Familiarity with MS Office Familiarity with ERP systems Hammond Power Solutions encourages applications from all qualified candidates. HPS has a great record of accommodating persons with disabilities. Contact our People & Culture team if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies. Benefits We are a Great Place to Work Certified. Our people work hard for us—so we make sure our benefits work hard for them. Our equitable pay, benefits, and practices prioritize security, health, and well‑being while sharing in our business success through variable pay programs and our Employee Stock Ownership Program. Our core benefits focus on wellness, mental health, and financial security when employees need them the most, early career or getting ready for retirement. We also support work‑life balance through flexible work schedules, paid time off, and leaves of absence. Employees and their families also have access to our confidential, best‑in‑class Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP). We are committed to sustainable business practices and offer opportunities for our employees to support the communities where we live and work through our Hammond Giving Strategy. Location: Georgetown, Ontario, Canada Salary: CA$80,000.00 – CA$110,000.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr