Technical Buyer

JOB TITLE: Technical Buyer

Location: Mississauga

Why you should come work with the Romet Team:

• We offer market competitive salaries
• Annual bonus plan
• 100% company paid benefits
• Group retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Social events, a great team and more

ROMET Limited was founded in 1972. Today, Romet is an international market leader that provides end-to-end measurement solutions to natural gas utilities across the globe by providing best-in-class technologies to meet our customers' needs now and 20 years from now. Our technological platforms are designed to seamlessly provide customer-centric measurement solutions. Our mission is centered on customer satisfaction through responsive deliveries, technical support and customer service that is matched with rugged and reliable products, manufactured with uncompromising quality, accuracy, and safety requirements. We will continue developing innovative technologies within the natural gas industry, promoting efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective energy solutions.

Romet is a collaborative organization where talent is combined with experience to drive our business toward success. This is made possible by the work ethic, creativity and passion of our team members and their continued commitment to delivering customer satisfaction. Our team is truly diverse with different areas of expertise and backgrounds, all guided by a team of experienced and innovative leaders. Romet has been recognized as a Platinum winner for Best Managed Companies in Canada for nine consecutive years.

We are currently looking for a Technical Buyer to join our busy and growing manufacturing company. The successful candidate will be engaged in elevating the department and company to the next level. The incumbent will be forward looking and thrive in a culture of continuous improvement.

For the right person this is an exciting opportunity to be developed and invested in to become leader to the production teams within Operations for the Mississauga head office facility. We are looking for a highly motivated, focused, and outgoing person who wants to springboard their career with a thriving manufacturing company. You will be provided the coaching and training needed throughout the onboarding and orientation process that will build from your base of skills acquired from your past experiences.

You will learn our business during your training with our experts in Operations.

If you are excited at the prospect of joining an award winning, high growth, technically relevant organization this may be the opportunity you.

Reporting directly to the Director of Supply Chain, the Technical Buyer will coordinate procurement of direct and indirect spend, prepare purchase orders, ensure best pricing and delivery while also utilizing forecasting and analytic skills to meet inventory needs. The Buyer will review, and update demand signals as required to ensure proper supply/demand elements are triggered in the MRP system.

Key Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Review competitive pricing, negotiate purchase contracts with suppliers ensuring the most cost competitive price, quality, and delivery
• Negotiate optimum pricing solutions and order policies, terms and conditions with suppliers and sub-contractors
• Survey marketplace for alternate vendor quotes to ensure the competitiveness of existing vendors. Supply Chain Management (SCM) risk reduction – seeking alternate sources of supply
• Review, evaluate, and monitor department purchase requisitions and planned requirements for proper authorizations, specifications
• Prepare and issue purchase orders to suppliers and sub-contractors on a daily basis for timely receipt of goods to meet customer/project requirements
• Procurement of all direct/indirect spend to support Romet
• Ability to negotiate contracts for the purchase of production machinery/equipment
• Manage all contract purchases, and manage MRP messages for cancellations, and re-schedule delivery dates in and out
• Expedite open purchase orders for past due items and ensuring On-Time Delivery (OTD) for all purchases utilizing the Open Purchase Order report
• Works with Engineering in support of new product introduction launches and prototype production builds
• Act as Champion for ERP system enhancement in supply chain department. Coordinate with cross functions team for master data accuracy
• Review and update demand signals as required to ensure proper supply/demand elements are triggered in the MRP system
• Uses forecasting and negotiating skills to maintain supply of critical inventory items and implements supplier stocking programs where suitable and applicable
• Plan, review and manage current and future MRP requirements based on production needs
• Work closely with Master Production Scheduler to gain best understanding of forecast and production needs, and provide necessary support to production floor
• Communicate supplier quality issues and rejections with appropriate vendors
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance for FAI approval of new parts or new vendors
• Evaluate, monitor, and manage suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery performance
• Prepare supplier and purchasing status reports, administration tasks, such as filing, etc.
• Maintain supplier and sub-supplier relationships and strategic alliances to ensure continuous flow of materials throughout the supply chain
• Continuous management of Supply Chain Projects Matrix on network drive
• Prepare and analyze reports as needed
• Review/approve all invoices for payment (direct and indirect)
• All other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications:

• Able to read the Engineering Drawings (e.g. GD&T) and validation plan (e.g. FAI Plan)
• Basic understanding of technical specification and manufacturing processes
• Consistently works on complex assignments requiring independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issues
• Ability to work under pressure and meet frequent deadlines
• A self-starter with the ability to set and handle multiple priorities
• Excellent communications skills both written and oral
• Must be computer literate – Microsoft Office Suite
• Possess excellent organizational and analytical skills

Educational/Experience Requirements:

• Electronic or Mechanical Engineering Certificate/Diploma is a requirement
• 5+ years Buyer experience in manufacturing environment
• Minimum 5 years' experience working with MRP/ERP system (Dynamics 365 Business Central
• an asset)
• College Certificate/Diploma in Supply Chain procedures or related work experience
• Lean manufacturing training and experience considered an asset

Romet Limited is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for all candidates. If a candidate has specific requirements or needs reasonable adjustments to participate in the application or interview process, please let your TA Specialist know at the time of receiving an interview invite so we can accommodate accordingly. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.