Buyer

Join our dynamic team at Bilton Welding & Manufacturing Ltd. (Bilton) as a **_Buyer_**

**Why Join Bilton**:
Our organization strives to offer competitive wages and benefits. We invest in our employees and maintain a work environment that is conducive to their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Bilton believes that our people are our strength; therefore, we reward outstanding performance and innovation. We provide equal opportunities for our people to achieve their career goals.

**Location**:Innisfail, Alberta** Schedule**:Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Source suppliers and obtain quotations for goods and services required by sales in the bidding process.
- Plan for raw components such as steel, flanges, fittings, etc.
- Issue requests for quotes/proposals (RFQ/RFP) and select the best source consistent with cost, quality, and delivery requirements. Negotiate and manage long-term pricing agreements on critical commodities.
- Order material as per the purchasing queue and approved requisitions.
- Act as a liaison between suppliers and departments involved to resolve procurement-related problems.
- Monitor supplier performance by ensuring that the product is delivered as scheduled and meets specifications; maintain appropriate files and records of meetings with suppliers to ensure company requirements and that suppliers are aware of their performance.
- Order major materials per engineering and project management prior to the completion of the BOM (bill of materials).
- Continually assess market conditions that may affect procurement and recommend procurement and supply chain management strategies.
- Assist internal and external customers by interpreting laws, policies, codes, and regulations pertaining to purchasing; answer inquiries both orally and in writing concerning purchasing operations.
- Organize shipments of vessels to and from post-weld heat treatment.
- Create and complete purchase orders for x-ray, sub-contractors, and rental equipment as required.
- Create part numbers in ERP for the design department.
- Source material for parts and maintenance.
- Order welding and shop consumables.
- Order safety supplies.
- Enter standard costs into item files from zero standard cost items on order report.
- Reconcile discrepancies between receiving, purchasing, and invoicing.
- Maintain/update outstanding purchase orders in M2M and with vendors.
- Maintain and constantly assess current and potential credible vendors.
- Generate and submit purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintain consumable request forms, ensuring they are user-friendly and reflect the correct items being used.
- Check and clean up item master descriptions and memos to maintain consistency.

**Qualifications/Requirements**:

- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
- 3+ years of related procurement experience, including purchasing, inventory control, supply management, supplier relationships, basic cost accounting, and tracking budget expenses
- Experience in creating and building strong relationships with vendors
- Experience with M2M or equivalent ERP system is an asset
- Strong technical skills to navigate and utilize web-based platforms and the Microsoft Office suite, including Microsoft Teams
- Working knowledge of the legal aspects of procurement and contract law
- Knowledge of import freight movement
- Experience in vendor negotiation with a desire to find high-quality products at the best possible cost
- Experience working with a large group of people in a manufacturing environment
- Skilled in ensuring procured goods meet required standards and specifications through active quality control in procurement.

**Why Choose Bilton**:
**Competitive Compensation**: As an employer of choice, Bilton benefits from the ability to attract and retain high quality employees by providing competitive compensation.

**RRSP Matching Contribution**: Saving money for retirement is important to Bilton, which is why the Company provides a generous matching contribution for employees that partake in the RRSP program.

**Health and Dental Coverage**: Bilton exceeds industry standards in terms of health and dental coverage, with a focus on maintaining long term health and wellness.

**Advancement Opportunities**: Bilton believes in developing its employees and encouraging them to grow and pursue new opportunities within the company.

**Health Spending Account**: Bilton believes in providing employees with a flexible benefit option, which can be used for additional benefits required to fit the specific needs of each employee and their family.

**Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance and Travel insurance**: Bilton provides exceptional insurance to all employees, should such assistance be required.

**Training Opportunities**: Bilton provides training opportunities to employees through the apprenticeship program, training grants, external training, and se