Purchaser

NATIONAL ENGINEERED FASTENERS INC•Woolwich, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a dynamic and flexible candidate to join our Supply Chain team who will have a variety of core responsibilities, which will include Purchasing, Sourcing, Expediting and Inventory Analysis / Management activities.

Requirements

Post-Secondary Diploma or Certificate in Supply Chain & Operations Management
3 - 5 years experience of machined and fabricated components, preferably with fasteners and hardware
Capable of understanding and interpreting mechanical drawings
Strong attention to detail
Advanced Negotiation skills
Ability to prioritize tasks
Excellent organizational skills
Problem solving and decision making
Works well under pressure
Strong communication (verbal & written) skills
Strong computer skills
Ability to work independently and within a team in fast paced environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in Automotive, Aerospace and Defence is preferrable
CPIM, APICS or CIRM/PMAC certifications is an asset
Bilingual Spanish and/or Mandarin considered an asset
Advanced Excel Skills considered an asset
Familiarity with Fasteners considered a benefit
Familiarity with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, ISO 9001, CPG considered an asset
Familiarity with both a Production and Distribution environment considered an asset

Responsibilities

Procurement of goods required to support ongoing production and or new product development
Sourcing of parts and material from domestic and global suppliers
Expedite and de-expedite parts to meet Inventory Objectives, all warehouse locations
Review Open Purchase Orders and proactively follow-up with suppliers directly to ensure delivery dates are met
Display commitment to the on-time delivery of quality products
Managing and Developing Supplier Relationships
Negotiate contracts (LTAs and Rebate) and pricing with suppliers to secure favorable terms
Analyzing identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring best value
Identify material shortages and communicate risks to stakeholders in a timely manner
Create and process reports as required
Mitigate Expedited Freight Costs
Managing / Coordinating Logistics from Offshore and domestic partnerships
Other duties as assigned