Hayward Gordon ULC Hiring for Technical Buyer at Halton Hills, ON Full Time

Job Summary:
The Technical Buyer ensures that the company operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery and to ensure continuity of supply within the Hayward Gordon Group. This role has greater responsibility and accountability than a Buyer. The candidate will take responsibility for specific projects or hold a larger responsibility in terms of purchasing responsibilities, will have sound technical knowledge, expertise, broad understanding of supply chain and rotating equipment.

Responsibilities and Duties:
Execute the full buying process (procurement, quotation analysis, purchasing, expediting) for a given set of goods/business unit(s) in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets.

Provide technical/commercial assistance to other Buyers to develop awareness of manufacturing processes and improve product knowledge.

Apply sourcing policy, interface between supplier and entity with respect to specifications and budgets.

Develop and maintain a strong foundation of function skills and knowledge of relevant purchasing and sourcing concepts.

Analyze available data to manage problems, ensure changes are reflected within the MRP systems.

Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations

Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduce costs where possible including transportation, inventory etc.

Negotiate contracts, improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities.

Assess and evaluate suppliers as required, ensure compliance to company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures.

Explore alternate sources for goods and materials.

Work collaboratively and negotiate and engage with stakeholders and suppliers regarding new projects, supplies and initiatives and advise of impact of change on purchasing and production activities

Stay current and up to date on any changes that may affect the supply and demand of needed products and materials and advise others of any impact

Attend meetings and update others on issues or concerns, in particular when there is a risk which could prevent the organization meeting customer demands or where there are over capacity concerns

Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications

Participate in continuous improvement activities.

Other duties as specified by the Supply Chain Manager

Education & Skills:
APICS designation or Post-Secondary Diploma in a related program

Highly skilled at building and maintaining effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers

Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Analytical, numerically astute with strong proven problem identification and solution abilities.

Commercially and financially aware, Keen attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to influence others.

Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.

Experience:
3 – 5 years in a manufacturing environment in a similar role.

3+ years working with an ERP/MRP system in a similar role.

Proven purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment.

Ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvements across multiple business units

Sound technical knowledge and understanding of rotating equipment (pumps and mixers) and supply chain management role over 3 manufacturing plants.

Computer literate including Microsoft Office Excel/PowerPoint/Word.

Experience in database reporting and data mining.

Benefits:
Competitive Wage

Pension Plan with employer match

Vacation Pay

Statutory Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Company Profile:
The Hayward Gordon Group is a manufacturer and supplier of innovative fluid handling systems, mixers, pumps, and parts. Hayward Gordon ULC is an ISO certified manufacturer. For over 60 years, we have been a highly valued partner to our worldwide customers, providing engineered solutions for specialty applications. Our proven designs are installed in the mineral processing, municipal, chemical, sanitary, oil & gas and general industrial markets.

We are focused on maximizing value for our stakeholders, through a growth strategy that includes expanded market coverage, active product development, and synergistic acquisitions. We value our employees by promoting a culture that fosters personal and professional growth, in a safe working environment.

The Hayward Gordon group of companies is committed to employment equity and maintaining a diverse workforce, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status or disability status in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.

Working hours are Monday to Friday 40 hour work week