Overseas Buyer

**POSITION: OVERSEAS BUYER**

**DEXTER AT A GLANCE**

A leader in the trailer parts industry for over 60 years, Dexter has built a reputation as a trusted brand serving manufacturers and distribution centers of utility trailers, recreational vehicles, marine equipment, heavy-duty, agricultural, and specialized vehicles.

Together, we are the leading supplier of trailer parts and accessories in the industry. Dexter®, in full growth, operates manufacturing facilities in California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Ontario, Quebec, and Saskatchewan. Dexter operates over 50 distribution branches, with thousands of trailer parts and accessories in stock, serving trailer manufacturers, dealers, and service centers.

**JOB DESCRIPTION**
- **Salary Offered**: 65 000$ - 75 000$ annually (to be determined based on experience level)
- **Position Type**: Permanent / Full-time - On-site
- **Location**: Head Office - 877 Boulevard Jean-Paul-Vincent, Longueuil, J4G 2T2

**ROLES AND RESPONSABILITIES**
- **Procurement**: sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing products from international suppliers to meet the company's needs. Ensure timely delivery and keep management informed of any potential supply risks related to common issues with overseas suppliers. Keep ETD (Estimated Time of Departure) and ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival) dates up to date in the ERP system.
- **Supplier Relationship Management**: cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential suppliers, negotiate favorable terms, and ensure the delivery of placed orders.
- **Inventory Management**: manage ERP system parameters Min/Max, lead time, MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity), LOT SIZE for multiple sites in Canada to optimize availability and avoid stockouts, and achieve the organization’s KPIs.
- **Data Management**: keep ERP system iup to date, confirmed placed orders, prices, open POs, and delivery dates.
- **KPIs**: maintain and develop information reports for products under your responsibility, DOH (Days on Hand), OTD (On Time Delivery) from suppliers, open dollar values.
- **Cost Optimization**: continuously seek opportunities to reduce costs and improve the efficiency of the procurement process.
- **Quality Assurance**: collaborate with quality control teams to ensure purchased products meet quality standards and specifications.
- **Cross-functional Collaboration**: work closely with other departments such as sales and marketing, logistics, and finance to align procurement activities with the company's overall objectives.
- **Change Management**: be open to operational changes and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
- **Market Analysis**: collaborate with commercial and marketing teams to monitor industry trends, price fluctuations, and market demand to make informed purchasing decisions.
- **Project Management**: capable of maintaining and developing projects under your responsibility.

**REQUIREMENTS, QUALIFICATIONSM, AND SKILLS**
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of procurement experience, preferably in distribution centers.
- Intermediate to advanced bilingualism in English and French (MANDATORY).
- Strong management, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and knowledge of D365 is a plus.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
- Strong digital skills, proficiency in Excel, and ability to analyze data from downloads - High Volume - High Mix.
- License/Certification: certified supply chain professional, APICS certification is an asset.

**WHAT WE OFFER**
- Permanent, full-time position;
- Daytime schedule, Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm;
- Group insurance paid at 75% by the employer (dental, life, vision, disability insurance);
- Employer-contributed RRSP up to 4%;
- Annual vacation, paid leave, and sick days;
- Employee assistance program;
- Advancement opportunities;
- Training and development activities;
- Company events;
- Casual dress code;
- On-site parking;

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

Pay: $65,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you currently live in Quebec ?

**Language**:

- French (conversational or intermediate level) (required)

Work Location: In person