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About the Role
Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc. is seeking a Buyer to support sourcing for modular construction components. The role involves vendor management, negotiation, and market analysis in a manufacturing environment.
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Responsibilities
- Identify, qualify and source supplier options for volumetric modular construction, structural components and cabinetry
- Manage relationships with vendors to ensure overall performance and long term partnership success
- Negotiate and develop supplier agreements to reduce total cost of ownership
- Analyze market trends to identify cost and supply opportunities
- Develop contingency plans for critical parts/suppliers
- Manage purchase price variance and cost avoidance
- Support plant level sourcing requirements from an MRO standpoint
Requirements
- Post secondary education in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in supply chain/sourcing within a manufacturing environment
- Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Office, ERP supply chain systems
- Strong negotiation, analytical and presentation skills
- Ability to read technical drawings
- Exposure to commodity markets & trends
- Certifications or designations with a Supply Chain focus
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Role Overview
- The Buyer will be initially focused on identifying, qualifying and sourcing supplier options for volumetric modular construction, structural components and cabinetry.
- After launch, this role will lead sourcing activities for future production product launches, vendor management, and VA/VE initiatives.
What you’ll do
- Work directly with engineering/program management to identify vendors and develop sourcing strategies.
- Support plant level sourcing requirements from an MRO standpoint.
- Manage relationships with vendors to ensure overall performance.
- Develop understanding of cost drivers and breakdowns per commodity.
- Analyze market trends to identify cost and supply opportunities.
- Negotiate and develop supplier agreements to reduce total cost of ownership.
- Develop contingency plans for critical parts/suppliers.
- Manage supplier production risks across all functions.
- Conduct ongoing market tests (RFQs) to ensure competitive position.
- Manage purchase price variance, cost avoidance to mitigate market exposure.
- Work with quality and production to ensure continuous supply/quality requirements.
What you bring
- Post secondary education in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Management, Commerce, Economics, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in supply chain/sourcing within a manufacturing environment.
- Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Office, ERP supply chain systems.
- Exposure to commodity markets & trends.
- Strong negotiation, analytical and presentation skills.
- Strong project management, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
- Strong understanding and ability to read technical drawings.
- Effective time management and problem solving skills.
- Ability to summarize strategies into a clear and concise narrative.
Compensation
- Expected base salary range: CAD 70,000 CAD 110,000.
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