Buyer/planner

**Corrosion Service Company Limited (CSCL)** was founded in 1950 by Thomas R.B. Watson as the first Canadian firm to specialize in cathodic protection. Our founding philosophy was based on the principles of providing great customer service and developing a deep understanding of customer needs, these same core principles still guide our company today.

**We are an employee-owned company** - This ownership structure gives us a unique perspective on business and ensures that our stakeholders (customers, employees and partners), rather than shareholders, always come first. This is vital for a company such as ours, given that we exist primarily to protect the environment and the prosperity of the communities in which we live.

**Position Title: Buyer / Planner**

**Job Location: Markham, Ontario**

**, permanent**

**What’s in it for you**:

- Industry-leading wages and comprehensive benefit plan
- Work side-by-side with industry leaders in corrosion engineering and start building your successful career portfolio
- Company sponsored training/education fees (e.g., P.Eng., NACE, etc.)
- Fitness club membership discount program
- Chance to be part of a high-energy and high-performing team
- Collaborative working environment founded on respect

**GENERAL FUNCTION**:
The Buyer / Planner is responsible for the planning and tactical procurement of commodities, supplies, equipment, and services to be used by the organization. He or she will be responsible for planning inventory flow, analyzing statistical data, and generating forecasting solutions. The Buyer / Planner is also responsible of executing the purchase orders, coordinating with Logistics Team Lead, and production Team Lead in order to maintain the appropriate level of inventory. This individual will utilize expert knowledge to purchase goods and services at the most favorable price for the company, while simultaneously building and maintaining strategic relationships with key suppliers.

The Buyer / Planner will also support SUP team members in scheduling and meeting customer delivery dates.

**RESPONSIBLITIES**:

- Planning for inventory usage and flow, analyzing statistical data, and generating forecasting solutions.
- Analyse inventory turns and identify inventory high moving items.
- Update min/max based on your final analysis.
- Review and fill the company inventory demand by issuing Purchase Orders / Transfer Orders using our ERP “Pronto” tools.
- Follow up with the supplier on all purchase orders and update / confirm purchase order supplier ship / Due dates in timely manner.
- Work closely with Production Team Lead, Customer Service and shipping to establish and confirm delivery Dates for Production, Purchase and Sales Orders.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Post-Secondary Education degree in business, with a focus on planning, purchasing / supply chain management, inventory control, manufacturing, or materials management.
- 3-5 years of direct work experience in a purchasing and supply chain processes and procedures.
- Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
- Understanding of integrated supply chain and logistics concepts and theories.
- Hands-on experience with logistics, inventory management and procurement.
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
- Strong written and verbal skills to communicate with all levels of the organization. Knowledge of associated documentation, with good writing skills.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent planning and resource allocation skills.
- On-going training, in Supply Chain Management

Note: All employment is conditional upon the completing and obtaining a satisfactory background check, including employment, references, and criminal records (for which a pardon has not been granted) checks. You must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Thank you for your interest but only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

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

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Work Location: In person