Purchasing Buyer

Job Description

Amphenol Canada Corp.

Amphenol (www.amphenol.com) is a Fortune 500 Company and one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products in the world. We design, manufacture and market electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors, coaxial and flat-ribbon cable, and interconnect systems.

What does a Buyer do? 

The top priorities regarding this 1 year contract position will be to provide on time delivery for customers, reduce inventory levels, monitor vendor performance, and make improvements. Due to the nature of this position a customer-focused person that is determined and dedicated to accuracy would be best suited. Performance will be measured by revenue reports and KPIs. Opportunities for advancement and growth could be in Sr. Buyer, Supply Chain or Planning Manager position.

·     Planning, sourcing, and procuring components and raw materials

·      Manage vendor performance – On time and non-conformances

·     Review vendor pricing and adapt way to reduce cost

·     Follow-up on shortages and communicate with production and assembly line

·     Maintain inventory level control

·     Resolve issues related to receiving and quality

·     Work with marketing, engineering and production personnel and maintain continuous supply of material

·     Create and track summary reports for all vendor issues

·     Identify areas of opportunity for efficiency and cost reduction

·     Implement actions for continuous improvement

·     Ensure compliance to company purchasing policies and procedures

·     Other related duties as assigned

What you bring to the table

·        3-4 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment

·        Ability to read Engineering Drawing and Specifications

·        Experienced in procuring raw material, electronic components, and MRO

·        Experienced in vendor management and negotiations

·        Data Analysis

·        Certification in Supply Chain Management (preferred)

·        Inventory Management certification (preferred)

Amphenol Canada is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity you should advise Amphenol, in a timely fashion, of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.