Buyer

Buyer

Ottawa, ON

Mist Mobility Integrated Systems Technology is a pioneering company in the field of precision aerial delivery and recovery systems including the Sherpa™ family of GPS guided parafoils, Space Recovery Systems, LaunchPADS™ Multi-Mission Manager, SkyLink™ Parachutist Navigation and Situational Awareness System, and other support equipment. With a strong commitment to innovation and excellence, we have established ourselves as the industry leader. Our cutting‑edge technologies and solutions are trusted by military and commercial customers worldwide. We are currently seeking a Buyer to join our purchasing team based in Ottawa

What will you be doing?

- Coordinating and executing the purchasing process, including sourcing, negotiating prices, and procuring materials and services (managing PO suggestions (Mechanical/electrical) ordering through ERP) and internal PO requests.

- Collaborating with production leads to understand their purchasing needs and requirements and material.

- Updating Current Costs in the system.

- Constantly seeking out cost reduction opportunities. Following up on procurement‑related issues.

- Communicating POs to the vendors, obtaining confirmations of dates and quantities, notifying requestors of deviations to requests, and documenting all correspondence.

- Working closely with vendors/receiving to ensure paperwork is sent to receiving and POs are received/closed.

- Provide coverage for planning activities, when warranted.

- Assist in ERP data maintenance.

- Be responsible for responding to Finance issues regarding the POs, pricing issues, discrepancies, etc.

- Maintaining and managing POs and keeping them up-to-date.

- Liaising between suppliers, internal departments, and project customers throughout the entire purchasing process: reviewing specifications, ASL, expediting deliveries, resolving discrepancies, and evaluating and escalating potential risks that could affect project deliverables.

- Ensuring timely processing of POs.

- Identifying and selecting vendors from MMIST ASL to purchase requisitioned commodities, meeting criteria such as price, quantity, quality, safety, and delivery date.

- Tracking orders and ensuring on‑time delivery, resolving any issues that may arise.

- Purchasing materials, services, and equipment as directed and in accordance with policy and procedures.

What do we need from you?

- Experience in a similar role in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field.

- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

- Familiarity with procurement software and ERP systems.

- Knowledge of aerospace or defense industry standards and regulations would be an asset.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export‑controlled information and is subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export‑controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

MMIST values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Please note that the compensation range information provided is a general guideline only. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

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