Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great chance for hard-working and skilled individuals.SummaryThe Senior Buyer – Metal Components is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for metal parts and raw materials used in automotive manufacturing. This role manages supplier relationships, negotiates long-term agreements, ensures continuity of supply, and drives cost, quality, and delivery performance across various blanked, formed, welded, hot-upset, forged, machined and assembled metal components. The position requires strong technical understanding of metals, components, global supply markets, and automotive quality and compliance standards, along with proven commercial negotiation expertise.Job DutiesDevelop and execute sourcing strategies for metal components and raw materials (e.G., steel, aluminum, flat rolled, long products,)Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers capable of meeting automotive quality, capacity, and cost requirementsLead supplier RFQs/RFPs, benchmarking, and cost modelingEstablish and manage long-term supply agreements and pricing structuresMonitor supplier financial health, capacity, and geopolitical risk exposureLead commercial negotiations including pricing, tooling, payment terms, cost recoveries, and capacity commitmentsDrive year-over-year cost improvement initiatives while maintaining quality and supply continuityAnalyze commodity trends, surcharges, and indices; manage price adjustmentmechanismsSupport should-cost and value engineering initiatives in collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teamsExecute purchase orders and manage supplier deliveries to support production schedulesResolve supplier performance issues including quality, delivery,



and cost variancesSupport production launches and engineering changes related to metal componentsEnsure compliance with internal procurement policies and audit requirementsWork closely with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Finance, and Program Management teamsSupport APQP, PPAP, and launch readiness activitiesParticipate in make-versus-buy and supplier consolidation decisionsProvide procurement input during new product development and change management processesEnsure suppliers comply with automotive standards (e.G., IATF 16949, ISO 9001)Support regulatory and sustainability requirements (e.G., resiliency, conflict minerals, ESG initiatives)Drive risk mitigation plans for supply disruptions and capacity constraintsRequirementsBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related fieldProfessional certifications (e.G., CPSM, SCMP, CPM) are an asset8+ years of purchasing or strategic sourcing experience in an automotive or manufacturing environmentDemonstrated experience sourcing metal components such as blanked, formed, welded, hot-upset, forged, machined and assembled partsProven track record of successful supplier negotiations and cost reduction initiativesExperience working with Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive suppliersStrong knowledge of metal manufacturing processes and material cost driversAdvanced negotiation, contract management, and analytical skillsProficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft ExcelAbility to interpret drawings, specifications, and bills of materialsStrong problem-solving and risk management capabilitiesWhat We OfferMedical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insuranceRRSP retirement savings planExtensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursementPaid holidays and vacation timeWhat do our employees have to say?“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”"Lots of growth opportunity."“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”"Not just a job—a great place to work!"Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. Ontario Human Rights Code and AODA.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Buyer For Automotive Technologies - $70,000 - $85,000 A Year (Bradford West Gwillimbury)
🏢 Flex-N-Gate
📍 Bradford West Gwillimbury