The Buyer is responsible for purchasing goods and services to support organizational operations while ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality standards, and timely delivery. This role focuses on tactical procurement activities and requires strong vendor management skills and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

Process purchase orders for routine materials such as steel, fasteners, and standard components

- Track shipments and deliveries to ensure materials arrive on schedule
- Update inventory management systems with delivery information
- Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts
- Coordinate with Production Managers & Logistics and Scheduling Manager to understand material requirements
- Maintain relationships with established suppliers of standard materials
- Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, delivery issues, and quality concerns
- Resolve routine problems with orders, deliveries, and product quality
- Compare prices from different suppliers for standard materials
- Negotiate pricing for standard items within established guidelines
- Process and verify invoices against purchase orders and receipts
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, deliveries, and supplier communications
- Generate standard procurement reports (e.g., open order reports, delivery performance)
- Document supplier quality issues and resolution actions
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications





3-5 years of relevant purchasing experience, ideally in construction or manufacturing.

- Post-secondary education in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is an asset.
- Experience with ERP systems and intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
- Strong negotiation teams and internal stakeholders.
- Proven experience in inventory control, ensuring materials are available without overstocking.
- A motivated, proactive individual who works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrates professionalism, honesty, and transparency in all procurement activities.

Location, Hours of Work & Working Conditions

Location: Vaughan

- Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday 8:00am to 5:00pm, Friday 8:00am to 3:00pm
- Primarily an office work environment

What We Offer

Competitive salary and group benefits package starting from day 1

- Group RRSP program with 100% employer match
- Company events & teambuilding activities
- Ongoing learning & development opportunities to help build the career you want
- Awards for top performers and employee tenure
- A unique chance to build, grow and leave your impact on a multi-billion-dollar industry
- Dynamic, informal and collaborative work environment

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📌 Buyer (Vaughan)
🏢 B.E.S.T. Recruiting Consultants
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