Senior Buyer

Job description:

Who We Are

Founded in 2001, Everison International Group Inc. expanded its operations to North America in 2005, with our Toronto office serving as the central hub overseeing global operations. We purchase full containers of nonferrous material for export to our overseas processing facilities. Over the years, Everison International Group Inc. has grown from dealing mostly in scrap metal and steel pipes to dealing with many different types of commodities from all over the world.

At Everison, growth isn't just part of our history — it's our future. We are continuously expanding our portfolio and investing in talent to drive innovation and success. Along the way, our team members gain exposure to high-level industry circles and unique opportunities to build relationships with influential leaders, including some of the world's most successful entrepreneurs. Join us as we continue to scale new heights and shape the future of global trade.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking to hire dynamic individuals for our recently renovated, modern office in the heart of downtown. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, as well as the ability to influence others and manage difficult conversations. They should also have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, collaborate between departments, and prioritize efficiently to meet deadlines. Enthusiasm for monitoring different markets is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage and grow the supplier base by maintaining an up-to-date supplier list and consistently adding new, qualified vendors through ongoing outreach and evaluation.

• Maintain a personal supplier pipeline by conducting daily market research to identify new potential vendors, collect contact information, and proactively initiate contact to assess fit.

• Build and maintain strong, service-oriented relationships with both new and existing suppliers to ensure long-term partnerships and reliable material sourcing.

• Demonstrate a self-motivated, "hunter" mindset to identify high-value supply opportunities, while handling rejection professionally and persistently through outbound calls, emails, and follow-ups.

• Ensure timely delivery of goods to the company's processing yard by coordinating with suppliers and logistics teams, and resolve any delivery or shipping issues that arise.

• Responsible for account management with a strong focus on driving purchasing volume, improving profit margins, and ensuring all sourced materials consistently meet high-quality standards.

• Manage supplier claims and disputes, negotiating fair settlements while maintaining positive supplier relationships.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company objectives.

• Manage Supplier relationships, ensuring quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

• Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements with vendors to achieve favorable terms.

• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues related to quality, delivery, or service

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement continuous improvement initiatives

• Perform daily reviews of purchase requests and the inventory management system, ensuring purchase orders are issued in a timely manner

Experience

• A background in sales or business development is considered a strong asset for success in this role

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, and supply chain operations.

• Demonstrated ability in negotiation and pricing strategies to maximize value.

• Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively collaborate across departments.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. If you are an experienced procurement professional looking for an opportunity to make an impact within a growing organization, we encourage you to apply for the Senior Buyer position.

• Completion of post-secondary education (College or University Level) in Supply Chain, Purchasing or Business Commerce is an asset

• Bilingual in Mandarin is an asset

Benefits:

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Casual dress

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Dental care

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Extended health care

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Life insurance

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On-site parking

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Paid time off

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Vision care

Willingness to travel:

25% (required)