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Aston Carter's client in Burnaby is seeking a skilled Sr Buyer to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for procurement activities, vendor management, and negotiating contracts to secure advantageous terms.

Responsibilities:

· Utilize Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems to plan and procure materials

· Lead and collaborate on inventory replenishment planning processes

· Develop and implement purchasing strategies to optimize cost savings, purchase order volume, document quality, and timely delivery of supplies and equipment

· Monitor inventory levels and ensure optimal stock levels are maintained

· Implement fool-proof procurement strategies to streamline processes

· Consistently monitor and manage supplier delivery dates for open PO’s, updating the system and team members in real time

· Maintain an accurate database of suppliers and products including pricing and lead times, along with applicable vendor incentives (Free shipping, etc.)

· Coordinate with suppliers to ensure applicability of discounts, accurate pricing, and T&C’s

· Review and adapt standard purchasing T&C’s, ensuring vendor compliance

· Monitor supplier performance and compliance with contractual obligations, while developing / maintaining a supplier scorecard system

· Assist with RFP’s and other opportunities through sourcing of secure pricing and delivery information as required

· Track and analyze data to identify supplier and inventory trends, contributing to our purchasing strategies

· Collaborate with Business Development with respect to potential vendors and products

· Liaise with Customs Broker and logistics department ensuring correct classification of products, minimization of import duties and taxes

· Collaborate with management team to review carrier and logistics options to best suit our needs

MUST HAVE:

• 5+ years experience within purchasing

--> Industries?

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, and negotiation techniques

• Knowledge of purchasing cycle, import/export regulations and compliance

• Understanding of customer / supplier purchase order contract management

WORK ENV

Shift?

• 8am-4:30pm OR 8:30am-5pm

Onsite/Remote? On site

Transit? YES

Parking? YES - limited

À propos d'Aston Carter:

Aston Carter fournit des solutions de talent de classe mondiale à des milliers de clients à travers le monde. Spécialisés dans la comptabilité, la finance, les ressources humaines, l’acquisition de talents, la chaîne d’approvisionnement et certaines professions administratives, nous étendons les capacités des entreprises à la pointe de l'industrie. Nous nous appuyons sur notre profonde expertise en matière de recrutement et sur notre réseau expansif pour répondre aux besoins évolutifs de nos clients et de notre communauté de talents avec agilité et excellence. Avec des bureaux aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie-Pacifique et en Europe, Aston Carter est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du Fortune 500. Nous sommes fiers d’avoir remporté le double diamant ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® pour notre service aux clients et aux talents.

La diversité, l’équité et l’inclusion

Chez Aston Carter, la diversité et l’inclusion constituent le pont vers l’équité et la réussite de notre personnel. La diversité, l’équité et l’inclusion (DE&I) sont ancrées dans notre culture par :

• L’embauche des talents diversifiés ;

• Le maintien d’un environnement inclusif par une autoréflexion permanente ;

• La mise en place d’une culture de soin, d’engagement, et de reconnaissance par des résultats concrets ;

• L’assurance des opportunités de croissance pour nos gens.

Aston Carter est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d’ancien combattant, d’un handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

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About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.