Buyer

Job summary

The Buyer is responsible for executing material supply plans to meet production targets and maintaining inventory goals for assigned suppliers. They manage supplier relationships, expedite purchase orders, and ensure data integrity within the Oracle system.

Job details

New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader and offers the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior® and Xcelsior CHARGE® brands. It also offers infrastructure development through NFI Infrastructure Solutions™, a service dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. Further information is available at www.newflyer.com. POSITION SUMMARY Buyer is responsible for executing the material supply plan to achieve 100% build-in-station targets (Process Metrics) and inventory goals for assigned suppliers. Accurately completes transactions in Oracle to maintain data integrity and achieve performance targets. Maintains clear communication with suppliers to provide accurate information that supports the business plan. Operates professionally and ethically in all aspects of the role. Manages easy to medium complex suppliers but could be assigned more strategic suppliers with support for complex situations. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Completes daily workload accurately and on time to support targets for P.O. validity, past-due and planned late orders, MRB, requisitions, P.O. creation, UORs, variances, and matching holds. Expedites P.O.s, collaborates with customers to prioritize and achieve optimal results, manages P.O.s according to guidelines, and utilizes different P.O. types. Handles simple to moderately complex tasks with minimal supervision while effectively addressing questions about existing policies and processes. Advises suppliers and internal clients on issues and demonstrates sound judgment in routine matters by applying explicit rules. Supports problem-solving efforts, understands key supply chain concepts, participates in meetings to address issues, and maintains updates to data and minutes. Conducts defined work assignments Knows when to escalate issues with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure optimal outcomes. Maintains a positive attitude as an active participant, respects defined schedules, and proactively advises on roadblocks and their impacts with relevant references, dates and source locations. Monitors and responds to basic KPIs to drive performance improvements. Develops and sustains professional relationships with suppliers and internal customers to ensure proper execution of assigned tasks. Identifies supply-related issues, escalates concerns on parts that will not meet need dates, and flags them for visibility. Reports the status of parts delivery in Oracle and MSR to support leads during daily parts meetings and helps set plant priorities. Identifies underperforming suppliers, works with the manager as needed, and supports supplier improvement plans. Submits engineering documentation (new part releases or changes) to suppliers in a timely manner and supports first article documentation requirements. Supports Traffic personnel in securing documentation for the shipment of goods (e.g., Bills of Lading, Customs and Duty, WHMIS, MSDS, or other governmental documents as needed). Maintains a follow-up system to resolve open issues with stakeholders, ensures supplier contract compliance, fosters strong relationships, and keeps detailed records of supplier feedback High school diploma plus a minimum of 2+ years of post‑secondary education, ideally in Supply Chain or a related field. A combination of education and relevant experience will also be considered. At least 2+ years of Purchasing or Planning experience within a manufacturing environment. Basic knowledge of MRP systems and Inventory Planning Strong computer skills and ability to work with data Experience with Oracle considered an asset Strong verbal and written communication abilities Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, time‑sensitive environment Ability to travel up to 5%

What you’ll do

The Buyer is responsible for executing material supply plans to meet production targets and maintaining inventory goals for assigned suppliers. They manage supplier relationships, expedite purchase orders, and ensure data integrity within the Oracle system.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 2 years of purchasing or planning experience within a manufacturing environment and a high school diploma with additional post-secondary education. Proficiency in MRP systems, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment are required.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Supply chain management · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Oracle · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Purchasing
• Inventory Planning
• Supply Chain Management
• Oracle
• MRP Systems
• Data Analysis
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Expediting
• Logistics Documentation
• Manufacturing Processes
• KPI Monitoring
• Time Management
• Bill Of Lading
• Engineering Documentation
• Supply Chain
• Positivity
• Supply Chain Planning
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Planning
• Contract Compliance
• Business Planning
• Computer Literacy
• Data Integrity
• Leadership
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Material Requirements Planning
• Material Safety Data Sheet
• Product Lining
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems
• Writing

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Administrative
• Buyer
• Buyer (General)
• Buyers
• Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products
• Buyers and Purchasing Agents

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