Buyer

Looking for a dynamic Buyer to join our team in Dorchester, Ontario

An innovative company with an entrepreneurial spirit, Armatec was established in 1997 and has established itself as a significant player in the defense survivability market. Our products are instrumental in saving soldiers’ lives around the world and we continually strive for innovation and product excellence.

Armatec offers a competitive compensation package with a comprehensive group benefits program. Cafe and gym onsite for your convenience at low cost to employees.

**General Description**:
Working under the direction of the Senior Buyer, the Buyer is responsible for purchasing, sourcing, expediting and liaising with internal engineering, production, maintenance and finance staff. The goal is to ensure efficient and effective response to internal and external customer requirements at lowest possible costs.

**Essential Duties**:
The duties associated with this position include, but are not limited to:

- Plan, negotiate, order and administer material requirements to support production schedule
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels on designated commodity responsibilities
- Interpret & plan purchased components for nonrecurring builds
- Monitor the order process to maximize quality, service and price reductions
- Continuously monitor supplier performance
- Provide support and assistance to Shipping/Receiving, Quality and Finance departments as required
- Organize/assist in all outsourced secondary operation requirements within required time frames (coatings, processing, etc.)
- Create RFP/RFQs for upcoming contracts for purchased and manufactured components to achieve best overall commercial terms
- Ability to prioritize multiple, concurrent projects while achieving uninterrupted supply to production
- Liaise with Engineering department on new product/service requirements supporting/ensuring all commercial aspects
- Provide assistance to other staff as required
- Support overall Materials group objectives
- Comply with company Health & Safety rules and regulations in accordance with the Act
- Perform other related duties as required

**Prerequisite Skills and Qualifications**:

- College Diploma or University degree in material management, business, or administration.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a buyer
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Understanding of Quality procedures
- Understanding of NAFTA, ITAR, customs for importing and exporting an asset
- Knowledge of fundamental design techniques and reading engineering drawings required
- Certification as a CPM, CSCP, APP, CPPB, CPPO or in process, an asset
- Demonstrated knowledge of purchasing and contracting techniques and procedures
- Strong knowledge of internal controls and finance management
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Able to consistently represent the company in a professional manner
- Sound judgment and shrewd decision-making skills
- Ability to work with little or no supervision
- Able to quickly calculate discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, and volume
- Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills
- Ability to respond appropriately in pressure situations with a calm and steady demeanour.
- Strong customer service focus
- Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance if required

Armatec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please advise us and we will do our best to support you. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

We appreciate your interest in Armatec, however only those chosen to move forward in the recruiting process will be contacted regarding this position.

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person