16 Sep
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ARxIUM
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Manitoba
Join the Future of Pharmacy Automation with ARxIUM!
ARxIUM is a pharmacy automation company helping healthcare organizations improve safety, efficiency, and operational performance through innovative technology and automation solutions.
We are looking for a Buyer to support purchasing, supplier coordination, material replenishment, inventory, and order‑fulfillment activities. This role manages purchase orders, supplier communications, material availability, and purchasing data while helping resolve supply and shipment issues.
The ideal candidate is organized, detail‑oriented, commercially minded, and comfortable managing supplier relationships and time‑sensitive priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
What You’ll Do
Purchasing and Supplier Management
Create, issue, maintain, and expedite purchase orders for assigned suppliers, materials, and services
Purchase materials and services while balancing quality, cost, lead times, supplier reliability, and operational needs
Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, shortages, delivery dates, pricing, quality concerns, and corrective actions
Monitor supplier performance, order acknowledgements, lead times, fill rates, and delivery commitments
Negotiate pricing, lead times, service levels, delivery commitments, and commercial terms
Maintain effective supplier relationships and accurate supplier, pricing, and purchasing records in the ERP system
Support supplier transitions, engineering changes, new product introductions, and end‑of‑life assessments
Inventory and Material Support
Review forecasts, demand signals, MRP recommendations, open orders, lead times, safety stock, and reorder points to support purchasing decisions
Monitor inventory availability and elevate material shortages, stock concerns, and replenishment risks
Investigate material shortages, inventory discrepancies, and supply risks with internal teams and suppliers
Support cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and the return or disposition of excess and defective materials
Order Fulfillment, Shipments, and Returns
Work with Customer Support, Warehouse, Sales, suppliers, and logistics providers to resolve order,
material, and delivery issues
Coordinate inbound and outbound material movements and follow up on delayed, missing, damaged, or urgent shipments
Support supplier returns, warranty claims, and Return Merchandise Authorizations, including related documentation
Investigate order, receipt, invoice, freight, pricing, and quantity discrepancies
Provide timely updates on material availability, supplier commitments, shipment status, and customer‑impacting issues
Assist with customer order processing, shipment coordination, and related ERP transactions as required
Reporting and Process Improvement
Maintain accurate ERP and MRP data, including purchase orders, supplier information, pricing, lead times, and planning parameters
Generate and review reports related to purchase orders, shortages, supplier performance, inventory, delivery performance, pricing, and cost savings
Recommend improvements that strengthen material availability, inventory accuracy, cost control, and operational efficiency
Participate in root‑cause investigations, corrective actions, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
What We’re Looking For
Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Two to five years of experience in procurement, purchasing, inventory planning, supply chain, logistics, or a related manufacturing environment
Experience creating and managing purchase orders and working directly with suppliers
Experience with ERP, MRP, or inventory‑management systems
Strong negotiation, analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
High attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across departments
Nice to Have
Experience in manufacturing, automation, technology, healthcare, medical devices, or another regulated industry
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Business Central, SAP, Oracle, Epicor, NetSuite, or a comparable ERP platform
Familiarity with domestic and international shipping, customs documentation, warranty claims, and returns
SCMP, CPIM, CSCP, APICS/ASCM coursework, or related professional development
Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or root‑cause problem‑solving practices
Work Environment
This is a hybrid position based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, requiring a combination of remote work and in‑office collaboration.
The Buyer will regularly work from ARxIUM’s Winnipeg office and interact with warehouse and manufacturing operations. The role requires frequent use of ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, along with the ability to manage time‑sensitive supply, shipment, and customer‑related priorities.
The position may require occasional movement through warehouse and manufacturing areas and occasionally lifting or moving materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
Why Join ARxIUM
At ARxIUM, you will be part of a collaborative team supporting creative pharmacy automation solutions. This is a outstanding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with suppliers, solving purchasing and delivery challenges, improving processes, and supporting manufacturing operations and customer commitments.
Equal Opportunity
ARxIUM is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre‑employment requirements, including reference, background, and employment eligibility verification, where permitted by law.
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