Buyer Co-op Student

7 days ago


Oakville, Canada IPEX Group of Companies Full time

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is **to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.**

We currently have an **exciting opportunity **as** a Buyer Co-Op Student. **This role is based in our **Oakville Office** in and reports to the Manager, Indirect Purchasing.

Do not miss the opportunity to join a diverse group of people-centric professionals, thought leaders and rapid thinkers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters

**Job Summary**

The Co-Op buyer will assist in performing purchases consistent with parameters set out by the budgetary and forecasting exercises to support business needs. The incumbent will work towards finding opportunities and implementing initiatives to improve site efficiencies. This role responds to the needs for procurement of goods and services to support site’s operations & productivity.

**Requirements**:
**Principal Responsibilities**:

- Assisting with Site Purchasing activities, specifically for Indirect Items
- Assisting with Inventory Management
- Finds opportunities and implements initiatives to improve site efficiencies
- Overlooking supplier performance, special attention should be given to delivery dates
- Keeping Plants abreast of potential supply chain risks
- Assisting with Procurement of Indirect Items (Industrial, Safety & Janitorial Supplies, Waste Management, Oils & Lubricants) as requested
- Observing and analyzing KANBAN/Min-Max to run inventory levels
- Coordinating between 3 departments: Procurement / Accounts payables / Receiving
- Collaborating with team members on different projects as needed

**Qualifications & Experience**:
**Education & Certificates**
- Being currently enrolled in post graduate studies in Supply Chain Management or in Business Administration.
- A SCMP / CPM accreditation is considered an asset.

**Technical Skills & Experience**
- Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
- Knowledge of sourcing & procurement techniques
- Experience using various MRP/ERP system
- Experience in supply chain or manufacturing field would be an asset

**Competencies**:

- Excellent negotiation and collaboration skills
- Well-developed organization and prioritization skills; detailed oriented
- Strong analytical, decision-making & problem-solving skills
- Attention to details
- Great Communication Skills



  • Oakville, Ontario, Canada Halton Region Full time

    Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities,...


  • Oakville, Ontario, Canada Regional Municipality of Halton Full time

    Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities,...


  • Oakville, Ontario, Canada Halton Region Full time

    Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities,...


  • Oakville, Canada InterRent REIT Full time

    The Opportunity InterRent REIT is looking for an IT Help Desk Assistant CO-OP Student to join its Oakville team on a full-time basis for the Winter term. You will have the opportunity to learn and be involved in all aspects of IT Helpdesk Support across a wide range of platforms (Windows, OSX, IOS, Android). What will make you successful in this role is your...

  • Capital Engineering

    3 weeks ago


    Oakville, Canada Halton Region Full time

    Capital Engineering & Construction Services Co-op Student Join to apply for the Capital Engineering & Construction Services Co-op Student role at Halton Region Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of...

  • Capital Engineering

    1 week ago


    Oakville, Canada Halton Region Full time

    Capital Engineering & Construction Services Co-op Student Join to apply for the Capital Engineering & Construction Services Co-op Student role at Halton Region Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of...


  • Oakville, Canada InterRent REIT Full time

    The Opportunity InterRent REIT is looking for an IT Help Desk Assistant CO-OP Student to join its Oakville team on a full-time basis for the Fall term. You will have the opportunity to learn and be involved in all aspects of IT Helpdesk Support across a wide range of platforms (Windows, OSX, IOS, Android). What will make you successful in this role is your...


  • Oakville, Ontario, Canada Naylor Building Partnerships Full time

    Naylor Building Partnerships Inc. is currently recruiting for an IT Helpdesk - Co-op Student to join our IT team for the January to April 2026 Winter work term. The successful candidate must be in an accredited co-operative education program, and be able to work full-time from our Oakville office location (not a remote role):Responsibilities:Provide...


  • Oakville, Ontario, Canada Naylor Building Partnerships Full time

    Naylor Building Partnerships Inc. is currently recruiting for an IT Helpdesk - Co-op Student to join our IT team for the January to April 2026 Winter work term. The successful candidate must be in an accredited co-operative education program, and be able to work full-time from our Oakville office location (not a remote role): Responsibilities:Provide...


  • Oakville, Ontario, Canada Naylor Building Partnerships Inc. Full time

    Naylor Building Partnerships Inc. is currently recruiting for an IT Helpdesk - Co-op Student to join our IT team for the January to April 2026 Winter work term. The successful candidate must be in an accredited co-operative education program, and be able to work full-time from our Oakville office location (not a remote role):Responsibilities:Provide...