Buyer Analyst

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.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**

Establishes delivery schedules of materials in order to meet production requirements, cost effective sourcing of materials, negotiates day to day purchases and plant level LOI’s.

**SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Maintains critical material information in ERP system (lead-times, pricing, safety stocks, vendor data)
- Places purchase orders
- Analyzes, schedules and expedites material according to ERP requirements
- Amends delivery dates as required
- Expedites material deliveries where appropriate
- Analysis of raw material inventory levels against production trends
- Sources non-strategic commodities in a cost effective manner
- Prepares and evaluates quotations based on price, quality and delivery attributes
- Assists in disposal of excess and obsolete materials/products
- Stays abreast of new products, materials, market conditions and general industry trends as they relate to HPS
- Provides timely forecasts to Suppliers
- Coordinates Supplier activities with other departments
- Evaluates Supplier performance metrics (quality, delivery, cost)
- Provides guidance and training to plant personnel involved in materials activities
- Represents Department on assigned teams in a professional manner
- Summarizes activities, results and commitments in an effective manner
- Plans and completes Materials related projects as assigned

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Materials Management Diploma (or equivalent Degree)
- Min. 2 years’ experience in Materials Management Field (purchasing, or production planning)
- Good negotiation skills
- Problem solving, judgment and decision making skills
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Good communication skills (written and oral)
- Familiarity with MS Office
- Familiarity with ERP systems

Hammond Power Solutions offers employees a full range of benefits including Group Health and Wellness, Employer
Matching Pension Plan, Employee Share Ownership Program, Student Scholarships, Training and Educational Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Programs.

595 Southgate Drive, Guelph, OntarioN1G 3W6

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Guelph, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- purchasing: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location