Procurement Specialist (Buyer)

Job summary

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for managing purchasing activities, including quality, cost, and schedule for assigned commodity portfolios. They will interact cross-functionally to engage suppliers and ensure organizational requirements are met through effective bid evaluations and purchase order management.

Job details

Procurement Specialist Ref #40199 Waterdown, Ontario Key Responsibilities of the Role: As an experienced member of the team, the commodities and Supplier portfolios assigned have a medium to larger scope, complexity and/or spend. Responsible for all purchasing activities relating to quality, cost, and schedule for the assigned portfolio Effectively interact cross-functionally primarily with Planning, Quality, Operations Engineering, Engineering, Production, Finance, Materials, CSG (Customer Service Group), and other Departments as required. Proactively engage with assigned suppliers to ensure that supplier capabilities and products meet the current and future requirements of the organization. Produce RFQs, competitive bids, bid evaluations and purchase orders utilizing Cost Analysis methods. Ensure thorough understanding of and strict adherence to policies and procedures relating to the L3Harris WESCAM Supply Chain department, overall site business policies and L3Harris Corporate policies and mandates Take an active role in supporting Lean projects focused on enhancing key business processes within the primary functional area Work in conjunction with Commodity Managers and/or Supplier Quality Engineers to support supplier recovery schedules to meet organization’s demand requirements Support Commodity Managers with the evaluation and execution of dual sourcing and outsourcing activities Support Commodity Managers in negotiation and the implementation supplier agreements, including Non- Disclosure Agreements, Statements of Work, Long-term Agreements, and general Terms & Conditions Skills Required: Competency using ERP, EDI and PLM software packages Solid understanding of ERP/MRP and production planning principles Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Project Able to work in a high-pressure environment while maintaining strong sense of urgency and focus on customer service A demonstrated dedication to results and continuous improvement within a team environment, including the proficient knowledge and use of Root Cause Corrective Action and Lean tools Flexible and agile in attitude is a must, while still maintaining adherence to company policies and procedures Excellent communication and negotiating skills Effectively manage multiple competing priorities Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills Initiative to investigate problems, develop solutions and obtain results Working knowledge of the CGRP, USML, ITAR and Offsets Experience & Education Requirements University Degree/College Diploma in Business, Operations or Material Management/ Supply Chain Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience, or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience, or In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. APICS CSCP, CPIM or PMAC SCMP designation considered assets. *This posting is for a current vacancy. In the province of Ontario, Canada, the pay range for this position will be $83,000 to $101,000. #LI-BD1

What you’ll do

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for managing purchasing activities, including quality, cost, and schedule for assigned commodity portfolios. They will interact cross-functionally to engage suppliers and ensure organizational requirements are met through effective bid evaluations and purchase order management.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a degree in Business, Operations, or Supply Chain with at least 4 years of relevant experience, or equivalent professional experience. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Office, and knowledge of supply chain regulations like ITAR are required.

Listed skills

• Procurement · Preferred
• Supply chain management · Preferred
• ERP · Preferred
• Production Planning · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Procurement
• Purchasing
• Supply Chain Management
• ERP
• MRP
• Production Planning
• Excel
• Negotiation
• Cost Analysis
• Lean Tools
• Root Cause Corrective Action
• Supplier Management
• Project Management
• Communication
• Time Management
• ITAR
• Request For Quotation (RFQ)
• Supply Chain
• Business Operations
• Planning
• Supplier Quality Management
• Microsoft Excel
• Management
• Business Process
• Certified in Planning and Inventory Management
• Customer Service
• Continuous Improvement Process
• APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional
• Electronic Data Interchange
• Enterprise Resource Planning
• Finance
• International Traffic In Arms Regulations
• Lean Manufacturing
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Material Requirements Planning
• Microsoft Project
• Operations
• Outsourcing
• Microsoft PowerPoint

Job areas

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative
• Procurement Buyer
• Procurement / Sourcing Specialist
• Buyers
• Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products
• Buyers and Purchasing Agents

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