CPC Pumps is looking for a talented professional to join our team to fill an existing vacancy in the role of Senior Buyer .
Purpose
The Senior Buyer will be responsible for selecting and developing vendors/suppliers based on quality, price, logistics, capacity and performance, negotiating price and terms with suppliers and actively looking for ways to reduce costs while securing the best parts and services for the assembly of our products.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Procure parts and components for production needs in accordance with production plan and forecast
- Develop and maintain a strong network of vendors who can deliver services, material and components that comply with the Company’s quality standards
- Negotiate prices and terms with vendors and when appropriate assist in binding Master Service Agreements (MSA’s) and Partner Supplier Agreements (PSA’S)
- Communicate relevant information to your internal stakeholders and support them in their projects, budgets and planning
- Create and drive solutions to improve the on-time-delivery (OTD) and Cost Saving initiatives
- Accurately communicate, understand and generate KPI’s with current and up to date tools
- Generate continuous improvements within in Supply Chain collaborating with all business unit Leaders, utilizing policies and procedures
- Assist in organizing and supporting Partners in compliance with our Supplier Qualification and Evaluation Process
- Provide feedback and work with the Stakeholders supporting sustainability within CPC and our Supply Chain Team
- Produce cast components (e.g., sand, foam, continuous, investment castings) according to engineering drawings, specifications, and tolerance requirements.
- Develop and maintain casting processes such as molding, core making, melting, pouring, heat treatment, and machining.
- Ensure tooling design and development aligns with dimensional and quality expectations.
- Support manufacturability assessments (DFM) with engineering teams.
Qualification Requirements
- Enthusiastic and result-driven professional with a passion for procurement
- Team player who works with others to resolve problems quickly
- Well-organized and self-motivated
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
- High energy with exciting motivation, comfortable in a fast-paced environment
- Understand and communicate forward thinking initiatives creating a positive change-oriented environment
- Comfortable with ERP software
- Good understanding of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Ability to read blueprints is an asset
- Occasional travel to visit existing or potential suppliers may be required
Education and/or Experience
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, and/or a related field
- Professional purchasing designation (SCMP, CPSM, CPPB, or equivalent) is considered an asset
- 5 to 10 years of purchasing experience
- Experience purchasing raw materials, purchased components in a manufacturing environment
- Pumps and Compressors experience is an asset
- Understanding of metal casting processes (sand and investment) and materials (ASTM) is an asset
Understanding of MSA’s and PSA’s is an asset
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Physical Demands
- Office environment involves sedentary work with repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where problems occur and volumes are heavy
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
Work Environment
- Must be aware of and comply with all relevant safety policy and procedures
- Occasional travel includes visits to vendors
CPC Pumps International Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. The hiring process may use AI tools to assist with candidate screening and assessment. If contacted for an interview, please inform us of any accommodation that you may require during the hiring process.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected to advance in the hiring process will be contacted.
- Culture of trust and accountability
- Lifelong learning and career growth
- Innovation powered by people
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits
- Health and well-being
The expected compensation range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000 CAD per year. The final compensation may vary due to factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. If your qualifications differ from those listed above, the scope of work and final compensation may be different.
This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Burlington, Canada. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.
