A leading manufacturing organization is seeking a Procurement Specialist / Buyer to join its Supply Chain team. This position is responsible for sourcing production materials, managing supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, and ensuring inventory levels support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

- Procure raw materials, MRO supplies, equipment parts, and operational consumables for multiple manufacturing sites
- Monitor inventory levels and generate inventory reports to help maintain continuous production flow
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard current suppliers while securing competitive pricing and favorable terms
- Coordinate and track incoming shipments to ensure materials arrive according to production schedules
- Confirm receipt of purchased items, investigate discrepancies, and resolve receiving issues
- Support sourcing initiatives through RFQs, RFPs, and supplier bid evaluations
- Gather pricing information and supplier quotations to support capital equipment purchases




- Arrange and coordinate external maintenance and service providers as required
- Negotiate supplier agreements, pricing structures, and commercial terms
- Coordinate equipment and machinery rental requirements
- Oversee the full purchase order lifecycle, including creation, issuance, monitoring, and closure
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with vendors, contractors, and service partners

Qualifications

- Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Economics, or a related field
- Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory management, logistics, or supplier management within a manufacturing, industrial, or construction environment
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications
- Exposure to strategic sourcing and vendor performance management
- Strong communication, negotiation, organizational, and time-management skills

📌 Procurement Specialist (Canada)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 Canada