Buyer

RTX•Midland, ON

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and Defense Company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Raytheon ELCAN is a global leader in high-precision optical systems. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence spans over 70 years has earned us a reputation for delivering cutting-edge solutions for the most demanding challenges in the world. Join our dynamic team and contribute to projects that have a meaningful impact across the globe. We are seeking a Buyer to join the Supply Chain team. This position will provide the candidate a valuable opportunity to gain experience, expand their skills and support supply chain efforts within the organization. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Supply Chain, the Buyer will be responsible for selecting and negotiating with approved vendors and placing purchase orders in response to service or material requirements.

Requirements

Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in Materials Management, Business Administration or related experience would be considered an asset.
Experience with supply chain and related systems, procurement, production control/material planning, receiving, cost estimating, logistics, and/or finance
Effective verbal and written communicator at all levels in the organization
Required to have strong negotiation, problem-solving & decision making skills
Proven experience to remain organized, and prioritize work effectively.

Nice To Haves

Work experience in Supply Chain within the Aerospace and Military Defense industry
Experience working in a manufacturing/engineering environment
Proficient knowledge of basic computer programs (Microsoft Office suite) and advanced typing abilities
Experience interfacing with external customers and all levels of internal organization
A certificate in purchasing from the Purchasing Management Association of Canada would be an asset
Supply Chain Certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

Responsible for purchasing materials and services to meet operational requirements
Maintain records and tracking for cost and schedule of all purchased items
Monitor inventory and plan accordingly
Create and maintain relationships with suppliers
Order products and authorize payments
Ensure the accuracy of purchase orders
Research product and material selections
Other tasks as assigned