Buyer (12 month contract)

John Brooks Company•Mississauga, ON

6h•CA$80,000 - CA$85,000•Onsite

About The Position

John Brooks Company has been solving fluid handling challenges for customers in various industries/markets across Canada by providing a diverse selection of engineered products and innovative system designs, focusing on customized solutions consisting of filtration, pump, spray, and valve products. This is a 12 month contract with an expected salary range of CA$80,000.00 - CA$85,000.00 per year. Under the supervision of the Procurement Supervisor, the position is responsible for the procurement of supplies and equipment, goods, materials, and services at the most favorable price for the Company, while simultaneously building and maintaining strong relationships with vendors.

Requirements

College Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Science, or a related field.
Professional designation in Supply Chain or Procurement, (e.g., SCMP, CSCL, MCIPS, CPIM, CSCP, or CTSC.)
Minimum 9 years of related procurement experience.
Strong working knowledge of Supply Chain Management (SCM), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software, and/or Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems required.
Advanced computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word etc.) with advanced Excel skills.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Proven ability to prepare bids, quotes, and procurement documentation with accuracy and attention to detail.
Demonstrated commercial awareness and understanding of target market to identify and predict trends.
Ability to use effective persuasive, influencing, and/or counselling skills; securing the cooperation of others is an ongoing part of the job.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Collaborative, team-oriented, and adaptable to changing priorities.
Alignment with John Brooks values: People First, Customer Focus, Pursuit of Excellence.

Nice To Haves

A university degree in a related field is an asset.

Responsibilities

Procures goods, materials, and services in a timely, cost-effective manner from strategic vendors.
Manages and maintains appropriate inventory levels for key items, reviewing MRP data and forecasts regularly.
Prepares and administers bids, RFQs, RFPs, and vendor documentation.
Expedites and monitors purchase orders, vendor confirmations, and shipments; resolves shortages or delays to minimize operational impact.
Maintains supplier portfolios, verifies invoice accuracy, and resolves billing discrepancies with professionalism.
Reviews and prepares timely reports on inventory performance, including backorders, fulfillment, and reorder points.
Partners with vendors to foster strong, collaborative relationships and negotiate returns, credits, or replacements as needed.
Drives continuous improvement across inventory and procurement processes, including strategic sourcing and data accuracy.
Collaborates with Product Management to review forecasts, inventory adjustments, and demand planning.
Develops and executes strategic plans to optimize centralized procurement and regional inventory investment to meet customer and manufacturing needs.
Monitors supply market and pricing trends to anticipate and adjust purchasing strategies.
Coordinates with other Buyers for volume discounts and communicates required lead times to business units.
Performs annual vendor pricing updates and maintains accurate costing data.
Provides guidance and support to team members to promote collaboration and professional growth.
Ensures compliance with all department and company policies and procedures.
Provides direction and back-up coverage within the Inventory department, as required.