Acheteur(euse) / Buyer

Mecademic • Montreal, QC

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Mecademic, we design, develop, and manufacture the world's smallest, most precise, and easiest-to-integrate industrial robot arms. Our mission is to democratize automation in cutting-edge sectors such as aerospace, automotive, medical device manufacturing, and, of course, electronics. Joining Mecademic means joining an innovative, passionate, and growing team.

We are looking for a highly qualified Buyer to join our supply chain team. As a purchasing expert, you will be responsible for sourcing electronic components essential for manufacturing our high-precision robots.
This role requires an extremely meticulous and detail-oriented person, capable of navigating the complexities of the global market, anticipating shortages, and ensuring our rigorous quality standards are always met.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience as a buyer, ideally in a manufacturing or technological environment.
• An extremely meticulous and rigorous mindset. You are recognized for your ability to spot errors that others miss.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and excellent knowledge of the MS Office suite (particularly Excel).
• Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Bilingualism (French and English), both oral and written, to effectively communicate with our international partners.
• Must be authorized to work in Canada (citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work permit).

Responsibilities

• Manage the full purchasing cycle for components required for production and R&D.
• Identify, evaluate, and build strong relationships with local and international suppliers. Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery times.
• Ensure meticulous verification of technical specifications in collaboration with the engineering team to avoid any non-compliance.
• Issue purchase orders, track deliveries, manage potential delays, and maintain optimal stock levels to avoid production interruptions.
• Actively monitor the electronic components market to anticipate parts obsolescence (EOL) and price fluctuations, and proactively propose alternative solutions.
• Keep data up-to-date in the ERP system (prices, lead times, supply parameters) with an impeccable level of accuracy.

Benefits

• Flexible work hours.
• Hybrid work model – up to 2 days of remote work per week.
• Company culture that emphasizes work-life balance.
• A week of paid leave during the December holidays (in addition to annual leave).
• Comprehensive group insurance with employer contribution from your first day.
• Group RRSP with employer contributions.
• Social club and team events.
• Free drinks, snacks, and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed