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Job Title: Strategic Buyer

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- Follow up on cost reduction through strategic negotiations (target: $250,000 in 2026).

- Formalize supplier price list master data and the approval process for changes.

- Review and approve supplier invoices against purchase orders.

- Manage supplier claims related to defective parts or products.

- Review procurement processes.

- Ensure the use of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) to minimize disruptions and excess inventory by optimizing inventory levels.

- Reduce product obsolescence by optimizing end-of-life product management.

- Ensure that inventory movements are tracked in real time to maintain inventory accuracy.

- Review consignment inventory management to minimize losses related to adjustments.

- Formalize the item creation process to reduce errors and improve efficiency.

- Continue optimizing transportation costs to generate savings.

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: TBD

Shift Time: 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Number of Employees: 1

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Work Location: Drummondville, Quebec

Requirements: Resumes and candidate bios required. Both virtual and in-person interviews will be conducted.

General Responsibilities and Position Objective The objective of this position is to ensure that HumanWare obtains the best possible cost for all parts and products within its portfolio.

In this role, the Strategic Purchasing Manager works closely with the R&D; department during the product design process to facilitate the sourcing of components, maintain the Approved Vendor List (AVL), ensure that selected suppliers meet HumanWare's selection criteria, and lead all negotiations with key suppliers.

Specific Job Duties

- Identify, evaluate,



and recommend suppliers worldwide to ensure the quality, price, and availability of parts and raw materials.

- Negotiate the cost of critical or strategic electronic and mechanical parts selected by the R&D; department during product development.

- Review component costs for all bills of materials (BOMs) of products developed by HumanWare.

- Recommend sourcing strategies to management that ensure the best material costs while meeting inventory turnover objectives.

- Inform management of potential cost increases and/or supply issues.

- Participate in evaluating the financial performance of subcontractors.

- Regularly inform management of potential issues related to the supply of goods.

- Support the department during vacations and sick leave absences.

- Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers to ensure long-term partnerships and improved responsiveness to market fluctuations.

- Manage supply-related risks, including anticipating raw material shortages and implementing alternative strategies.

- Monitor supplier performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure rigorous tracking of quality, delivery timelines, and costs.

- Manage supplier contracts, including negotiation, monitoring, and renewal, to ensure favorable terms and continuity of supply.





Given the nature of the responsibilities associated with this position, this list is not exhaustive. Therefore, the person holding this position will be expected to undertake any other responsibilities of a similar nature, in keeping with the overall purpose of the role.

Specific Position Requirements – Candidate Profile

Education

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Engineering. Significant and relevant experience may compensate for the lack of a degree.

Professional Experience

- 8 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management.

- Knowledge of the electronics market is an asset.

Required Knowledge and Skills

- Bilingual in French and English, both written and spoken.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

- Knowledge of Great Plains or another ERP system.

Required Competencies and Attitudes

- Strong planning and organizational skills.

- Analytical mindset.

- Excellent negotiation skills.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

- Positive interpersonal skills.

- Determination and perseverance.

- Willingness to travel occasionally.

- Ability to work with suppliers from different cultures and countries.

- Results-oriented mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.

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📌 Strategic Buyer (Drummondville)
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