Buyer-Planner

SUMMARY

Plan, organize, direct, and control the activities related to the purchase of materials, supplies, and raw materials within the company.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze project distribution to establish planning and procurement priorities
• Assess the need for raw material and component (fastener) procurement, following up on project distribution analysis
• Manage the complete purchasing process and negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best purchasing conditions (price, delivery times, etc.)
• Drive cost reduction projects
• Analyze, evaluate, and develop a strategy related to frequent purchases and associated volumes
• Track ongoing orders and follow up with the responsible person
• Perform material, component, and product receipts in the ERP system
• Manage emergencies related to unexpected procurement requests
• Participate in the submission process by providing up-to-date data related to metal prices (indicators)
• Receive and discuss with suppliers during visits
• Evaluate supplier performance
• Analyze and validate received shipments to ensure the order matches the invoice
• Organize overseas transportation
• Perform and analyze monthly inventory taking, including adjusting reorder parameters
• Place purchase orders for factory and office supplies
• Ensure that company rules, procedures, and policies are uniformly applied
• Collaborate with other staff members, including management, support, and production
• Organize your workspace and files to be effectively replaced if needed

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

• DEC or AEC in operations and supply chain management, logistics, or administration
• Any combination of relevant education and experience may be considered

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar purchasing and/or planning role, ideally in a manufacturing environment

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE

• Perfect mastery of French and English (oral and written)
• Knowledge of production planning principles (MRP/MPS)
• Technical knowledge of metal and metal part manufacturing
• Knowledge of the manufacturing sector and manufacturing management software

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED

• Excellent analytical and synthesis skills
• Strong sense of priorities and ability to manage multiple files simultaneously in a rapidly changing deadline context
• Good negotiation skills and ease of communication with suppliers
• Autonomy and resourcefulness, particularly for managing unexpected and urgent procurement needs
• Rigor and attention to detail, especially for validating receipts and invoicing
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Team spirit and ease of collaboration with different departments (production, sales, management)
• Flexibility and adaptability to changes, unexpected events, and new ways of doing things
• Leadership and proactivity in continuously improving purchasing and planning processes
• Discretion and judgment, especially in managing supplier relationships and sensitive information

Benefits

• Supplementary Health Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Contribution equal to RÉER
• Flexible arrival and departure times
• Retirement Plan
• On-site Parking
• Casual Dress Code
• Location: On-site