Senior Buyer

As a Senior Buyer, you will be strategically sourcing and procuring components for production and special projects; you will lead or collaborate in innovation and continuous improvement initiatives, and you will keep our systems reliable. You will coordinate with several teams across Hexagon Purus and will interact with our most important suppliers. You will work and partner with multiple teams to develop and execute category sourcing strategies, deliver savings, and improve productivity across the category. This job requires organizational skills, computer skills and the ability to negotiate and manage multiple concurrent tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Establish category sourcing strategies, lead cross-functional strategic sourcing teams, negotiate with suppliers and execute contracts to optimize Hexagon Purus’ competitive position.
• Drive appropriate relationships with category suppliers, with a principal objective of achieving the optimal solution and cost of ownership that meets the business’ goals supported by a culture of continuous improvement with performance benchmarks in use.
• Manage category suppliers to proactively identify, monitor and optimize opportunities.
• Drive category suppliers in Supplier Relationship Management activities to mitigate risk, improve performance and add value to Hexagon Purus.
• Act as a market intelligence provider regarding categories; anticipate strategic opportunities and keep key stakeholders informed.
• Negotiate and implement supplier agreements/contracts by working with cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers to reach agreement on contract terms and conditions.
• Help develop long-term department strategies and significantly influence the cross-company project development, delivery processes and standards.
• Identify, achieve and report on savings and value targets for category sourcing activities.
• Conducts local, national and international market research for alternative suppliers, products, services and procurement sources.
• Analyzes trends in category markets, changes in industry technology, regulatory changes and trends in Hexagon Purus’ spending.
• Compare and evaluate quotations and services from suppliers.
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Review quality of purchased products and follow up returns.
• Enter order details (e.g. vendors, quantities, prices) into internal databases.
• Maintain updated records of purchased products, delivery information and invoices.
• Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analyses.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders as needed.
• Prepare KPI reports and develop plans to meet and exceed expectations.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage.
• Attend trade shows and exhibitions to stay up-to-date with industry trends.
• Other duties as needed by the organization.

Qualifications:

• Strong Negotiation Skills
• Manufacturing background strongly preferred
• Ability to read technical documents including drawings
• Proven work experience as a Sr. Purchasing Agent or similar role
• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software
• Understanding of supply chain procedures
• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses.
• BSc in Logistics, Business Administration or relevant field

Estimated salary range: $70k-$85k CAD.

The compensation posted is a guide and may not represent the final amount offered to a candidate. Compensation will be based on candidate skills, qualifications, and overall experience level.

Compensation at Hexagon Purus includes base salary, comprehensive benefits package, variable annual bonus, and 6% RRSP match.

If you feel that you don't fit into the compensation range above, please talk to us! We would still love to hear from you.