senior buyer - purchasing

Work Term: PermanentWork Language: EnglishHours: 40 hours per weekEducation: Bachelor's degreeExperience: 5 years or moreWork settingPrivate sectorManufactureTasksPurchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business servicesAssess requirements of an establishment to develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchasedDevelop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchasedConsult with suppliersHire, train and supervise staffReview quotationsDetermine contract terms and conditionsAward contracts to appropriate partiesEstablish delivery schedulesMonitor progress of delivery schedulesResolve delivery and other problems with suppliersNegotiate prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements with suppliersNegotiate rates and termsNegotiate with suppliers for the provision of materials and suppliesEstablish and maintain contact with suppliersOrder parts and maintain inventorySupervision1 to 2 peoplePurchasing and inventory clerksType of materialsComposite materialsComputer and technology knowledgeMS WordMS OfficeElectronic mailMS AccessMS ExcelMS OutlookMS PowerPointMS WindowsInventory control softwareMaterial requirements planning (MRP) systemArea of work experiencePurchasing, procurement and contractsSecurity and safetyCriminal record checkWork conditions and physical capabilitiesFast-paced environmentWork under pressureTight deadlinesAttention to detailLarge caseloadPersonal suitabilityClient focusEfficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationOrganizedTeam playerTime managementFlexibilityAbility to multitaskScreening questionsAre you currently legally able to work in Canada?Are you willing to relocate for this position?Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?What is the highest level of study you have completed?Health benefitsDental planDisability benefitsHealth care planParamedical services coverageVision care benefitsOther benefitsFree parking availableLearning/training paid by employerPaid time off (volunteering or personal days)Parking available