Senior Buyer

Taiga Motors•Kahnawake Indian Reserve No. 14, QC

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Taiga Motors is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Buyer to lead the procurement of a portfolio of components in Taiga's supply chain for our electric off-road vehicles. You will play a key role in optimizing the supply chain with a priority on cost, quality, and reliability.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field.
4+ years of experience in a similar role.
Comfortable negotiating and holding suppliers accountable
Technical aptitude- ability to read engineering drawings.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in ERP software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent communication in English as you will work with vendors internationally.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work onsite from our facility in Lasalle.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a Best Cost Strategy for sourcing powersports components, ensuring optimal cost-efficiency and quality.
Negotiate favorable terms with suppliers, including delivery schedules, pricing, and payment terms to achieve organizational goals.
Maintain a strong working knowledge of supply chain providers within the sector to enhance sourcing strategies.
Manage sourcing of custom-designed components based on build-to-print specifications, ensuring alignment with product requirements
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration of sourced components into projects.
Based on priority, secure sourcing agreements with vendors.
Strengthen relationships with existing vendors to improve collaboration and foster long-term partnerships.
Collaborate with Engineering teams to optimize designs for cost-efficiency and quality, ensuring alignment with project specifications and timelines.