Company Introduction:

Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies. We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries. We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions worldwide through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.

Position Summary: We are looking for a Buyer to work with Arrow Off Road team members to ensure an uninterrupted supply of parts and material to support the Arrow Off Road manufacturing locations. This position is also responsible for the maintenance of data integrity in the procurement system and support of effective planning of reduction goals and inventory targets as assigned by the Director of Procurement. Alignment with the company’s Strategic Mission and its pillars is considered key to the role.

Primary Responsibilities: As a support to the Purchasing Manager, the incumbent will perform much of the support work required for Arrow to purchase goods and services that meet the quality standards, price, and delivery requirements of the Company.

• Extensive use of MRP system (Visual Manufacturing) to view customer demand and manufacturing work order requirements. Review and analyze MRP system generated planned orders and issue purchase orders accordingly. Review NCM’s and assign unit costs to vendor related NCM for scrap, or credit.
• Ensure appropriate parts are delivered to manufacturing facility including ordering, expediting as requested, and close liaison with manufacturing, quality, engineering, logistics, and warehouse personnel where applicable.
• Follow up with suppliers on expected delivery dates and confirmation of orders.
• Ensuring purchase order delivery dates are accurate in the system and received confirmation from suppliers for all PO’s placed. Updating system to match expected due dates, pricing, and quantities, and terms.
• Reviewing past due report daily for late purchase orders and following up with vendors or receiving for proof of deliveries or confirm anticipated delivery date with vendor.
• Backup and support for designated buyer(s) when away.
• Report on material related issues at the daily production meeting and escalate when appropriate.
• Establish, monitor, and manage relationships with key suppliers and internal functions; anticipate and communicate demand schedule to suppliers; escalate risks with vendors and internal teams and propose solutions and/or corrective actions.
• Cost reductions of materials/services through the initiation and participation in the benchmarking process. This will include, but not be limited to, the potential re-sourcing of appropriate vendors, along with the negotiation of pricing, terms and conditions.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Actively work with all departments to manage excess inventories and end of program analysis.
• Understanding of foreign exchanges and impact on spend
• Count, investigate inventory discrepancies to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Run reports for the Daily Operations Meeting
• Participate actively in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives/ Cost Savings Initiatives.
• Problem solves with cross functional groups in a fast-paced setting.
• Perform other duties/projects/reports as required.

Educational Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management

• 5+ years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Knowledge of welding, machining & fabrication manufacturing

• Post-secondary education in Materials Management, Purchasing or similar. Certification through NISCL or APICS is preferred.

• Well-developed communication & analytical skills

• High level of planning, organizational & implementation skills

• Solid analytical and technical problem-solving skills

• Candidates must be proficient in using various types of computer software (Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ERP/MRP based systems)

• Experience in ROP and forecast buying, lean concept methodology an asset

OTHER PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Ability to influence without authority; must have the ability to communicate effectively to multiple levels of management and assist the organization in Candidate must be self-motivated with the ability to work without direct supervision and work effectively in a team environment.

• Leadership/Supervision experience in a Purchasing/Supply Chain Management position an asset.

• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to build strong internal and external relationships.

• Extremely organized and resourceful individual capable of multi-tasking and remaining calm in stressful circumstances; ability to function in a dynamic environment with changing priorities.

• “Big Picture” thinker. Understanding a change or decision made in purchasing can impact the entire company. Being able to foresee potential issues and resolving prior to the issue/impact arising.

• Top level Interpersonal and written communication skills

Benefits:

• Medical and Dental Benefits start on your first day!
• Apprenticeship Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Attendance and Performance Bonus Programs
• RRSP company match program
• Company events such as Holiday Parties, golf days, and food days
• Work boot program and Prescription Safety Glasses program
• Competitive wages and vacation allotments

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance. Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.