Strategic Buyer

Top Aces • Dorval, QC

12h • Hybrid

About The Position

Top Aces is the world leader in contracted adversary air (ADAIR) services and joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) training. Founded by former RCAF CF-18 fighter pilots, the company has an unblemished safety record with over 130,000 operational training hours. Top Aces aims to be the most trusted provider of innovative defense training solutions, continuously elevating industry standards. The company values Service, Integrity, Excellence, and Togetherness. This role is for a Strategic Buyer responsible for supplier account management, commodity oversight, negotiations, and related purchasing activities.

Requirements

• 5–8 years of work experience in a Procurement / Supply Chain role
• Demonstrated negotiation and cost reduction skills
• Proficient in analytical skills and assessment
• Knowledge of purchasing agreements or contractual concepts
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to act in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, professional attitude and ability to take initiative
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills including high attention to detail and meeting deadlines
• Ability to perform all work in support of Corporate Values
• Position requires Level II clearance with the Canadian Government and the ability to gain access to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing suppliers or commodity portfolios considered an asset
• Experience in the aerospace industry considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Purchasing and procurement activities for assigned commodity portfolio
• Manage supplier accounts within assigned commodity and support vendor performance management activities
• Support implementation and execution of Vendor Management framework, including supplier KPIs and scorecards
• Negotiate and support cost reduction initiatives within existing supply base, including pricing agreements for repeat purchasing
• Support onboarding of new suppliers and phase-out of underperforming vendors as directed
• Identify new sources of supply with technical groups where supply is constrained or products are obsolete
• Monitor commodity performance including lead times, cost, and availability, and support corrective actions
• Perform day-to-day procurement activities as requested, including order issuance, follow-up and problem resolution
• Collaborate with regional teams (NA/EU) to ensure alignment between HQ commodity strategy and local execution
• Provide guidance and support to operational buyers and coordinators for supplier-related matters
• Monitor assigned Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and support reporting activities
• Provide required information to the Procurement leadership concerning monthly highlights and performance
• Conduct analysis and provide reports as required
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Provide guidance and support to operational buyers and cross-functional stakeholders as required.
• Working in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety acts and regulations
• Following safe work practices and procedures and using safeguards and personal protective equipment
• Reporting hazards (such as unsafe situations and activities) to their supervisor immediately.

Benefits

• Attractive benefit plan

What This Job Offers

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