Buyer

Job summary

Source and purchase non-stock, project, and maintenance materials; negotiate and manage contracts, purchase orders, supplier terms, and inventory levels. Resolve invoice and shipment discrepancies, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support operations, maintenance, and project activities, including during on-call periods.

Job details

Explore the potential of being part of something Clearly Essential! Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve nature’s challenges for customers and communities. The company’s salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer, industrial, chemical and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition products help improve the quality and yield of crops while supporting sustainable agriculture. Compass Minerals operates 10 production and packaging facilities with more than 1,800 employees throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. Visit compassminerals.com for more information about the company and its products. We are currently hiring a Buyer to join the team at our Goderich Mine facility in Goderich, ON. This is not a fly in/fly out position as you are required to relocate. Compass Minerals’ Goderich Salt Mine, located 1,800 feet under Lake Huron, is the largest underground salt mine in the world. The mine is as deep as the CN Tower in Toronto is tall. The rock salt produced at the mine is used to keep citizens in North America safe as they travel through winter snow and ice. The salt is shipped to hundreds of communities around the Great Lakes and along the St. Lawrence Seaway. Some of the salt is trucked to the Compass Minerals plant less than 4 kilometers away, to be packaged for distribution and sale at retailers in North America. The salt is also sold in bulk to manufacturers that make plastics, detergents, disinfectants and other important products. Goderich is named Canada’s Prettiest Town and is best known for its stunning sunsets. Goderich is a lakeside community of 8,000 people located approximately 1.5 hours from London and Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario. How will you contribute to the team? To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Purchase of non-stock and project materials by executing sourcing strategies, negotiating terms and developing contracts. Ensure compliance with corporate supply contracts for MRO purchases and enter pricing to allow automated/simple release of inventory items. Resolve invoice discrepancies in collaboration with accounting teams and ensure accurate cost reporting. Analyze consumable stock inventory levels and purchase replacement items as required. Adjust inventory minimum/maximum levels to reflect usage and manage inventory processes in accordance with purchasing best practices and production requirements. Identify suppliers and assess performance, develop alternative sources and evaluate pricing and delivery terms as needed. Collaborate with customs brokers to ensure complete and accurate cross-border shipments. Create, track and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution of discrepancies. Identify, analyze and implement cost savings opportunities in alignment with business objectives. Partner with internal teams and external suppliers to maintain positive working relationships and ensure effective customer service. Support maintenance and operations teams by preparing contracts and procuring materials, equipment and services for maintenance activities. Participate in career enhancement programs to develop and enhance professional purchasing competencies. Support critical operations, supplier issues and project activities during assigned on-call periods. Perform other related duties as required. What should you bring to the role? Post-secondary diploma in Business, Supply Chain or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 2-5 years of purchasing experience with an emphasis on sourcing, purchasing, contract development and negotiation. CPM certification or equivalent experience, or willingness to work towards certification. Ability to work non-standard hours as part of an on-call rotation. Preferred Bachelor’s degree. Experience in maintenance materials procurement. Experience in mining, oil/gas, or heavy industrial environment. What will you like about us? Compensation and Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation package along with medical, dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Rest and Relaxation: Paid vacation, paid sick and personal floating days. Prepare for your Future: Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company contribution. Shared Core Values: Our employees share five Core Values in all we do: Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, Value Creation and High Performance. Safety: We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment as we strive toward Zero Harm for our employees, customers and communities. Meaningful Work: What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives – and every employee contributes. We responsibly transform Earth’s natural resources to deliver products that help keep people safe, feed the world and enrich lives. Growth and Development: Our development programs help our employees meet their personal growth goals and are a key driver in our company’s growth. What is the work schedule? This is a Monday-Friday on site position working 8-hour day shift. If you do not live nearby, you will be required to relocate. About The Position Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy. Salary:$61,000 – $75,000 per year (based on experience). AI Disclosure: The Company may use technology tools to assist with aspects of the recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by human reviewers. Compass Minerals Canada Corp. is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. To request reasonable accommodations, email careers@compassminerals.com.

What you’ll do

Source and purchase non-stock, project, and maintenance materials; negotiate and manage contracts, purchase orders, supplier terms, and inventory levels. Resolve invoice and shipment discrepancies, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support operations, maintenance, and project activities, including during on-call periods.

Requirements

Requires a post-secondary diploma in business, supply chain, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience, plus 2–5 years of purchasing experience in sourcing, purchasing, contract development, and negotiation. CPM certification or equivalent experience is expected, or candidates must be willing to pursue certification; a bachelor’s degree and experience in maintenance procurement or heavy industry are preferred.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Days
• Personal Floating Days
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Company Pension Contributions
• Professional Development Programs

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Strategic Sourcing
• Purchasing
• Contract Development
• Contract Negotiation
• Inventory Management
• Supplier Evaluation
• Purchase Order Management
• Cost Savings Analysis
• Invoice Discrepancy Resolution
• Cross-Border Shipping Coordination
• Maintenance Materials Procurement
• Pricing Analysis
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Customer Service
• Customs Broker Coordination

Job areas

• Logistics
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing

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