Procurement Specialist

1 month ago

Bedford, Quebec, Canada Leonardo DRS Full time
Job Summary

The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for managing the procurement process from start to finish, ensuring that all purchases are made in accordance with company policies and procedures. This includes researching and sourcing suppliers, negotiating prices, and expediting delivery of goods and services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage daily systems, processes, and procedures governing the end-to-end process for the procurement of materials from the right suppliers, at the right price, quality, and meeting delivery requirements;
  • Execute and generate purchase orders, in accordance with MRP demand and/or approved requisitions;
  • Research and source hard-to-find items;
  • Generate requests for proposals, bids, and other similar documents related to the purchasing of supplies, equipment, services, and materials;
  • Under guidance, may assist in negotiations and apply limited knowledge of commercial contract law and guidelines, practices, and requirements to assess, plan, and negotiate best terms and conditions and to minimize risk;
  • Send expedite reports on a weekly basis to Suppliers to ensure existing Purchase Order deliverables are on schedule, and solicit commitment for expedite requests;
  • Maintain the MRP system (Costpoint) delivery due dates and respective notes;
  • Evaluate supplier performance (price, OTD, lead-time, non-conformance)
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with the company suppliers in accordance with the ethical code and standards of conduct maintaining the highest standard of professionalism;
  • Provide analytics as required to include impact of changes on price, FX, waterfall analysis, overall activity levels, and savings tracking;
  • Assist in implementing group procurement strategy;
  • Track and report cost savings or avoidances;
  • Support the monthly Estimate at Complete (EAC), and Estimate to Complete (ETC) data collection and validation; and
  • Perform a variety of general tactical duties as required to support purchasing activities.
Requirements
  • 2-5 years Minimum experience in similar role(s)
  • APICS certification is considered an asset;
  • Possession of a Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Material or Supply Chain Management is considered an asset;
  • Ability to understand and adhere to all laws pertaining to procurement, contracts, breach by contract, etc;
  • Thorough knowledge of MRP is essential;
  • Effective computer skills including: Microsoft office suites, database creation, and maintenance
  • Excellent communication skills;
  • Good organizational skills;
  • Effective customer service skills;
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments
  • Works well within a team environment
Benefits
  • A motivating team environment where your achievements matter
  • An opportunity to work on industry-leading edge technology
  • Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote health work-life balance
  • Industry-leading wellness program including: Employer-paid health, dental, vision coverage (as well as virtual healthcare) - available on your first day at no cost to the employee Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Competitive compensation including: Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources Registered Retirement Saving Plan with matching company contributions and access to complimentary financial planning Maternity and parental leave top-up Vacation, Personal days, Sick leave, and additional company-paid days off

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