Buyer

What will you do?

We're looking for a Buyer to support our service operations across Canada. In this role, you'll work closely with regional peers, project managers, and suppliers to ensure timely, cost-effective purchasing that keeps our operations running smoothly.

• Manage the purchase order process to ensure timely deliveries that meet Service Location requirements.
• Drive material cost savings for Services by leveraging supplier negotiations and engaging with internal stakeholders.
• Proactively monitor supply chain activity to identify and resolve potential material shortages; expedite and closely manage critical orders.
• Collaborate with the Accounts Payable team to resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain purchasing databases to ensure accurate system data (e.g., pricing, commodity codes), and share relevant information with commodity managers, supplier leaders, and other buyers.
• Communicate effectively with Project Managers (PMs) and Field Service Representatives (FSRs) across regions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Use procurement tools to analyze supplier performance KPIs and work with suppliers to implement improvements.

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• 2+ years of procurement experience, ideally in a manufacturing or service-based environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in SMS, Avetta, SAP, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% mainly to the U.S.
• For Quebec-based candidates functional French is required.

What's in it for you:

The compensation range for this full-time position, which includes base pay and short-term incentive, is CAD 64,000 - CAD 96,000 for candidates who are O.N. residents. Our salary ranges are determined by including roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers an inclusive benefits package to support all of our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, pension matching, well-being programs, holidays & paid time off, and more.

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