Position: Buyer Level II

Location: Kanata, Ontario
Industry: Electronics repair and engineering solutions

About Renaissance:

Renaissance is a leader in telecommunications, electronics and harsh environment repair, engineering, logistics and support solutions. We optimize the life cycles of our global customers by innovating what is available, to access the unavailable.

We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance and a close-knit working team and initiatives to help you meet your career objectives.

For additional information on Renaissance, please visit our website at www.renrns.com.

Overall Requirements:
We are looking for an experienced Buyer to participate in the procurement of materials and services in accordance with customer and operational requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the procurement of materials, components, and services in support of operational requirements while ensuring optimal total cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance

• Prepare, review, and manage RFQs (Request for Quotations), evaluate supplier proposals, and negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, and contractual conditions

• Independently resolve complex purchasing and supply chain issues while identifying opportunities to improve procurement efficiency, cost savings, and supplier performance

• Support sourcing and contracting activities, including supplier identification, qualification, development, and ongoing relationship management

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure timely execution of procurement activities and operational continuity

• Collaborate closely with Inventory Control, Planning, and Warehouse teams to prevent stock shortages, minimize operational disruptions, and support inventory accuracy

• Analyze purchasing trends, supplier performance, and procurement metrics to support continuous improvement initiatives and strategic sourcing objectives

• Recommend and implement process improvements related to purchasing transactions, supplier management, and procurement workflows

• Prepare and maintain procurement documentation, reports, and records in compliance with company policies and audit requirements

• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary, financial, and corporate information

• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, ethical standards, and procurement guidelines

• Support additional Supply Chain and Purchasing activities as assigned

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain or related field and/or

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within a manufacturing or operations environment

Additional Qualifications

• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

• Experience managing RFQs, supplier quotations, sourcing activities, and vendor negotiations

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, inventory management principles, and supplier relationship management

• Ability to analyze pricing, lead times, and supply chain risks to support business objectives

• Ability to be an integral team member in a growing, fast-paced environment

• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and negotiation skills

• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills & the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Autonomous, experienced negotiation skills, conflict resolution, able to manage a high volume of work with multiple priorities and deadlines

• Successful completion of the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) an asset

• High ethical standards

Renaissance Repair & Supply values the diversity of our workforce. We are committed to providing access & opportunity to individuals with disabilities. We will provide reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. Should you require accommodation, please contact us at hr@renrns.com.

This position may require exposure to confidential information. All applicants must meet the eligibility requirements of the Controlled Goods Directorate (CGD).

We thank you for your interest in Renaissance Repair and Supply. Please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.