Buyer

Job summary

The Buyer is responsible for managing supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, and optimizing procurement processes to ensure timely delivery of materials. Key duties include executing purchase orders, managing contracts, and mitigating supply chain risks to support Canadian operations.

Job details

This role will play a pivotal part in managing supplier relationships, optimizing procurement processes, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality materials to support our operations across Canada. The Buyer will drive value through efficient, consistent sourcing and procurement practices. Responsibilities Supplier Management: Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, including negotiations on pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost-effective solutions. Procurement Planning: Analyze demand forecasts and inventory levels to create purchase plans that align with company needs and minimize supply chain risks. Contract Management: Draft, review, and manage supplier contracts and agreements. Ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory standards, while effectively managing contract terms and renewals. Order Management: Execute and monitor purchase orders, tracking deliveries and ensuring quality and compliance with agreed specifications. Process Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements to procurement and logistics processes to improve cost savings, efficiency, and service quality. Data Analysis and Reporting: Prepare regular reports on procurement activities, including cost analyses, supplier performance, and key performance metrics. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal teams, including shop, warehouse, and finance, to align procurement activities with business needs. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks by proactively assessing supplier reliability, market changes, and geopolitical factors that may impact procurement. Develop contingency plans to ensure business continuity. Other duties as assigned Competencies Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in procurement or buying, ideally within the heavy equipment or manufacturing industry. Experience in managing supplier relationships within a complex, dynamic environment. Fluent in French and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills (preferred) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in managing data, generating reports, and drawing insights to support decision-making. Demonstrated ability to negotiate terms and conditions effectively to maximize value and manage costs. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with ERP or procurement systems; familiarity with SAP is a plus. Solid understanding of procurement principles, supplier management, and supply chain logistics. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and contribute to a positive team environment. Willingness to take on new challenges, adapt to changing business needs, and continuously seek process improvements. Our Offer Competitive wages Extensive benefits with employer paid premiums starting day 1 Hybrid or remote work opportunities for select roles* Paid vacation starting at 3 weeks PLUS 6 dedicated family, health and wellness days 6% employer RRSP matching $3000 annual allowance for continuing education International training & development work opportunities for select roles* And much more Liebherr Canada Ltd. is committed to provide a diverse, inclusive, safe and dignified work environment for all employees, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other aspect of their identity. Please note the following: We do not use AI to screen resumes. Every application is reviewed directly by a human talent acquisition specialist. This position is for an existing vacancy. Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Dure Najif. One Passion. Many Opportunities. The Company The Liebherr Group has represented leading-edge technical products and services for more than 70 years and has proudly serviced Canadian customers directly since 1973. Liebherr-Canada Ltd. has 11 branch locations across Canada providing sales, service and product support for equipment in the construction, mining, material handling, crane, aerospace and transportation industries. Location Liebherr-Canada Ltd. 34295 Farmer Rd V2S 7M4 Abbotsford, BC Canada (CA) Contact Dure Najif dure.najif@liebherr.com

What you’ll do

The Buyer is responsible for managing supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, and optimizing procurement processes to ensure timely delivery of materials. Key duties include executing purchase orders, managing contracts, and mitigating supply chain risks to support Canadian operations.

Requirements

Candidates should have 3-5 years of procurement experience, preferably in heavy equipment or manufacturing, and proficiency in ERP systems like SAP. Strong analytical skills and fluency in both English and French are preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive wages • Health insurance with employer paid premiums • Hybrid or remote work opportunities • Paid vacation • Family, health and wellness days • 6% employer RRSP matching • Annual allowance for continuing education • International training & development opportunities

Listed skills

• SAP · Preferred
• ERP systems · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Demand Forecasting · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Cross-Functional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Supplier Management
• Procurement Planning
• Contract Management
• Order Management
• Process Improvement
• Data Analysis
• Risk Management
• Negotiation
• Supply Chain Logistics
• ERP Systems
• SAP
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Demand Forecasting
• Inventory Management
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Cost Analysis

Job areas

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Transportation
• Construction