Job Summary
Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the buyer’s role is to ensure production materials are delivered to MacDon Industries on time, in the correct quantity, at the right location, within quality standards.

Job Description
Job Title: Buyer

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the buyer’s role is to ensure production materials are delivered to MacDon Industries on time, in the correct quantity, at the right location, within quality standards.

Responsibilities

Diligently actions MRP messages to ensure on-time delivery to production and service parts. Flags any forecasting or demand inconsistencies to planning

Issues Purchase Orders to suppliers

Process supplier acknowledgements

Proactive and diligent communication with suppliers to ensure on time delivery

Monitors past dues through Late Purchase Order report and expedites when necessary

Maintains accurate and current delivery date information in JDE for inbound supplier shipments

Review, update and navigate various reports

Actions Engineering Change Notices affecting assigned suppliers (manages cut in dates, issues first article POs, supplier communication, etc.)

Process reject tags by working with supplier quality and engineering on disposition of non-conformant material

Manages inventory by minimizing/eliminating obsolescence and surplus inventory

Develops and maintains excellent vendor partnerships

Communicates with Procurement Specialists to address price increases or discrepancies

Escalates and flags supply risks and inventory concerns to their managers

Assists receiving with delivery issues such as quantity discrepancies and missing paperwork

Maintains MRP parameters, vendor lead times and BOM offsets

Work with Suppliers in developing quality and on time delivery of parts

Other duties as assigned by the Supply Chain Manager





Academic/Educational Requirements

Post‑secondary education and supply chain training preferred

Required Skills/Experience

Experience in purchasing in a manufacturing setting.

Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Candidate should be an innovative self‑starter and be able to work independently and as part of a multi‑skilled team.

Blueprint reading skills.

Working knowledge of MRP systems, proficiency with Excel.

Excellent internal and external stakeholder relationship management skills.

Candidate should be able to employ critical thinking and problem‑solving skills while making decisions based on multiple options and decisively determine the right course of action.

Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills with the ability to consistently meet deadlines.

What MacDon Has to Offer

Competitive Compensation aligned with market standards

Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy

Retirement Savings: 100% company funded Pension Plan to helps secure your financial future

Opportunities for career advancement

Mentorship Programs: Work with company leaders who will help guide your career path

Tuition Reimbursement: Support for continuing education and professional certifications

Employee Wellness: Access to wellness programs and fitness benefits

About MacDon
MacDon is a world leader in technology, innovation, design, and manufacturing of high‑performance harvesting equipment. We are proud of our worldwide reputation for excellence and making impactful products that is harvesting the crops that help producers feed the world.

We are committed to providing a safe and challenging workplace where you can grow both professionally and personally. Join us and part of a company that values innovation, collaboration and employee success.

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