Mro Buyer

**MRO BUYER**:
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**WHO WE ARE**:
As one of Manitoba’s fastest growing companies, Smartrend Manufacturing Group (SMG), Inc. through our various divisions, is increasing safety in the school bus industry and reducing emissions in the electric vehicle charge systems arena. We work on exciting, patented, innovative technology that impacts our environment. What has remained constant throughout this compelling history of growth is our dedication to our customers, our team members, and to the values on which we built SMG:

- **People **- our team is what makes us special
- ** Passion **- from our hearts and minds, demonstrated through our actions
- ** Priority** - we put the customer first, everyday, in everything we do
- ** Partnership** - with each other, our customers, and our suppliers

We offer a competitive benefits package in an environment that is supportive, respectful, and fun Join an innovative, growing, and diverse organization where your voice matters.

**THE POSITION**:
The MRO Buyer fuels operations one bolt at a time. This individual is extremely organized and passionate about streamlining supply chain processes. Juggling multiple priorities while finding the best value for hard to source items gives you satisfaction. We are looking for a skilled individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, ready to play a pivotal role in sourcing, negotiating, and procuring essential supplies to keep our operations running.

**HOW YOU WILL BE MAKING AN IMPACT**:

- Source and procure MRO supplies ensuring quality, availability and cost-efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand departmental needs.
- Provide and implement solutions for process improvements.
- Monitor inventory levels of supplies and review min/max levels.
- Coordinate delivery of materials with receiving department.
- Resolve discrepancies between receiving, purchase orders and invoices.
- Monitor deliveries and expedite when required.
- Assist in all other department duties as required.

**WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU REQUIRE**:

- Minimum of 3 years of indirect procurement experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management and negotiation skills.
- High ethical standards and a strong work ethic.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills.
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Strong computer skills and capabilities in Microsoft Word, Excel, and purchasing and resource planning systems.
- Work well under pressure and under tight timelines.

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**THE BENEFITS OF BEING PART OF OUR TEAM**:
Share with us your passion and drive towards your career objectives, and we will provide an environment where your valuable contributions are rewarded and celebrated with professional growth and job satisfaction. We offer an attractive benefits package for our team members including:

- Starting salary of $50,000, depending on experience
- Group insurance plan with health spending account
- Paid Vacation
- Company paid shutdown from Christmas to New Years
- Matching RRSP program
- We would like to thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._