Top Benefits
About the role
We are looking for a Development Buyer reporting to the head of procurement. You will have the opportunity to integrate into your department and your role while developing a relationship of trust with your suppliers and coworkers. You will be able to take ownership of the product development cycle by being involved in various improvement projects. Finally, you will become familiar with the cost structures of a part, the economic cycle of raw materials, and the planning involved in negotiations.
You'll Have The Opportunity To
- Managing the supplier selection process; coordinating the exchange of information between the supplier, the engineering and quality assurance departments for the entire life of the sourced part; and supporting initiatives related to supplier performance management
- Using your expertise regarding purchasing and the manufacturing capacity of external suppliers (rate, process and quality) to influence decisions
- Assisting the supplier quality assurance department in communicating with suppliers and completing product development quality steps
- Contributing to the negotiation, amendment and fulfillment of agreements and contracts with strategic suppliers in accordance with the company’s orientations and product requirements
YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:
- College diploma or Bachelor’s degree in administration/engineering or another related field
- 1 to 10 years of relevant experience in sourcing
- Mandatory bilingualism, written and spoken (English/French)
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project) and SAP
- Team player with solid priority management skills
- Strategic vision and very strong analytical skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Interest in BRP products, different manufacturing processes and lean manufacturing
ACKNOWLEDGING THE POWER OF DIVERSITY BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead!
For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning.
AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN. Let’s start with a strong foundation — You want it, we have it:
- Annual bonus based on the company’s financial results
- Generous paid time away
- Pension plan
- Collective saving opportunities
- Industry leading healthcare fully paid by BRP
What About Some Feel Good Perks
- Flexible work schedule
- A summer schedule that varies by department and location
- Holiday season shutdown
- Educational resources
- Discount on BRP products
WELCOME TO BRP We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 16,500 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination: It’s about the journey.
About BRP
Our distinctive brands are icons in their industry: Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft and pontoons, Can-Am vehicles, Alumacraft and Quintrex boats, Manitou pontoons and Rotax marine propulsion systems as well as Rotax engines for karts and recreational aircraft. To fully enhance our riders’ experience, our product lines are supported with a dedicated parts, accessories and clothing business.
Over the past 20 years, we have traveled far and wide, expanding our partnerships, entering new playgrounds and new territories. Our close to 20,000 employees worldwide are united by our ambition to keep moving forward, giving our customers around the world the power to create their best memories.
As the passion for BRP grows, so does our presence, with innovation centers, manufacturing facilities and offices now on all five continents. We’ve partnered with the best dealers and distributors out there to bring our products to adventurers in 130 countries.
As we look to the future, we continue to power ahead and hold true to the values of passion, drive, ingenuity, and trust we live by, maintaining our sense of adventure as our guiding star.
We make adventure… by design.
Top Benefits
About the role
We are looking for a Development Buyer reporting to the head of procurement. You will have the opportunity to integrate into your department and your role while developing a relationship of trust with your suppliers and coworkers. You will be able to take ownership of the product development cycle by being involved in various improvement projects. Finally, you will become familiar with the cost structures of a part, the economic cycle of raw materials, and the planning involved in negotiations.
You'll Have The Opportunity To
- Managing the supplier selection process; coordinating the exchange of information between the supplier, the engineering and quality assurance departments for the entire life of the sourced part; and supporting initiatives related to supplier performance management
- Using your expertise regarding purchasing and the manufacturing capacity of external suppliers (rate, process and quality) to influence decisions
- Assisting the supplier quality assurance department in communicating with suppliers and completing product development quality steps
- Contributing to the negotiation, amendment and fulfillment of agreements and contracts with strategic suppliers in accordance with the company’s orientations and product requirements
YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:
- College diploma or Bachelor’s degree in administration/engineering or another related field
- 1 to 10 years of relevant experience in sourcing
- Mandatory bilingualism, written and spoken (English/French)
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project) and SAP
- Team player with solid priority management skills
- Strategic vision and very strong analytical skills
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Interest in BRP products, different manufacturing processes and lean manufacturing
ACKNOWLEDGING THE POWER OF DIVERSITY BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead!
For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning.
AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN. Let’s start with a strong foundation — You want it, we have it:
- Annual bonus based on the company’s financial results
- Generous paid time away
- Pension plan
- Collective saving opportunities
- Industry leading healthcare fully paid by BRP
What About Some Feel Good Perks
- Flexible work schedule
- A summer schedule that varies by department and location
- Holiday season shutdown
- Educational resources
- Discount on BRP products
WELCOME TO BRP We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 16,500 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination: It’s about the journey.
About BRP
Our distinctive brands are icons in their industry: Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft and pontoons, Can-Am vehicles, Alumacraft and Quintrex boats, Manitou pontoons and Rotax marine propulsion systems as well as Rotax engines for karts and recreational aircraft. To fully enhance our riders’ experience, our product lines are supported with a dedicated parts, accessories and clothing business.
Over the past 20 years, we have traveled far and wide, expanding our partnerships, entering new playgrounds and new territories. Our close to 20,000 employees worldwide are united by our ambition to keep moving forward, giving our customers around the world the power to create their best memories.
As the passion for BRP grows, so does our presence, with innovation centers, manufacturing facilities and offices now on all five continents. We’ve partnered with the best dealers and distributors out there to bring our products to adventurers in 130 countries.
As we look to the future, we continue to power ahead and hold true to the values of passion, drive, ingenuity, and trust we live by, maintaining our sense of adventure as our guiding star.
We make adventure… by design.