Buyer/planner

AAG is a leading global manufacturer of CNC router machines and knife systems. With over 366,918 standard machine configurations and over 30 decades of experience, AAG specializes in matching machinery to customers' unique needs and budgets. Designed and built at our state-of-the-art factory in Ontario, Canada, AXYZ CNC routers are supplied and supported through a global network of sales and support offices and authorized dealers.

The Buyer Planner is primarily responsible for the purchasing and inventory maintenance of components for our CNC router tables and other AXYZ products. Plays a key role in ensuring the seamless function of our production efforts. works closely with the Master Scheduler/Scheduler to ensure system information regarding purchased materials is well maintained and works with vendors to ensure materials are on hand when required.

**Responsibilities**:

- Places purchase orders by reviewing our Manufacturing ERP for Purchase Requisitions.
- Analyzes materials, ordering sequences, timing, and delivery.
- Coordinates with vendors on non-conforming products, organizing returns for repair/replacement
- Works with inventory handlers/Inventory control specialists to streamline the storage of materials.
- Coordinates with inventory handlers to ensure appropriate, cost-effective transport of incoming goods.
- Work with vendors to develop purchasing plans for inventory optimization as well as vendor scorecard.
- Reviews incoming invoices for purchases against PO’s receives slips, and provides coding for accounting.
- Must take ownership of the role, analyze performance, and develop corrective actions, and report as required.
- Ensures all warehouses are properly set up for semi-annual and annual inventory counts.
- Other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

- Post-secondary education related to Purchasing or equivalent is required (APICS, CPIM)
- Strong understanding of MRP and purchasing theory required.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills preferred
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are required.
- Ability to make independent decisions and work with mínimal supervision.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Positive attitude and eagerness to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.
- Experience demonstrating a high level of discretion with confidential information.

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

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Vendor Management: 5 years (preferred)
- purchasing: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person