Are you a skilled procurement professional looking to make an impact with a growing team? We are seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to oversee purchasing operations, manage supplier relationships, and optimize supply chain processes.

Located in Milton, ON, this 6-month contract position offers an excellent opportunity to transition into a permanent role for the right candidate.

Advantages

- Competitive pay rate of $35.00 – $40.00 / hour
- Opportunity to transition from a 6-month contract into a permanent full-time position
- Energetic work environment in Milton with a collaborative team culture
- Direct involvement in strategic procurement and supplier negotiation initiatives

Responsibilities

- Establish, contribute to, and continually improve procurement processes, including purchasing, receiving, and procurement accounting in compliance with policies and regulations.
- Direct and coordinate the selection and purchase of materials, equipment, and supplies using MRP reports to ensure proper inventory levels.
- Obtain supplier quotations, analyze market data, and secure competitive bids to achieve cost savings.
- Manage vendor databases, establish favorable contract agreements, and resolve delivery or billing issues efficiently.
- Schedule production requirements for processing materials and oversee inventory accuracy across locations.
- Review daily receiving slips, approve invoices for payment, and maintain necessary quality compliance documentation.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field, OR 3 to 5 years of related procurement experience/training (or equivalent combination).
- Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven proficiency in spreadsheet management,



database tools, and computer networking/systems.
- Strong numerical aptitude with the ability to calculate rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret inventory data.
- Demonstrated ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business journals, technical procedures, and financial reports.

Summary

This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada.

As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees.

In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle.

We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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