Senior Buyer

Horizon Recruitment Inc.  is recruiting for a  Senior Buyer role to join a busy industrial manufacturing team based in the Lower Mainland, BC. The Buyer will support the Manager, Procurement in the purchasing of a variety of materials required in the day to day manufacturing process. This is a great chance to get exposed to a very well-run organization with an enviable brand in Canada.

Responsibilities:

• Identifying sources of supply for goods & services 
• Assisting senior procurement team members in preparing tenders and requests for proposal packages
• Meeting with vendors to discuss requirements and sourcing product information and specifications
• Following up and expediting purchase orders 
• Review supplier quotes
• Resolving order discrepancies and where required, arranging for return of goods 
• Negotiating pricing/shipping and other relevant terms of order 
• Managing and updating vendor data in various systems 
• Coordinating execution of legal documents 

Requirements:

• 2+ of relevant purchasing experience in a high paced environment 
• Fundamental purchasing knowledge, including contract information, negotiation
• Enrollment in, or completion of, a diploma and/or certificate program in supply chain management is an asset 
• Experience with an ERP system (SAP considered a strong asset)
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills 
• Ability to organize, schedule tasks and handle deadlines 
• Strong multitasking skills 
• Ability to take direction

Remuneration:

• $75,000 base salary

**Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered**

Horizon Recruitment Inc. is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complimentary practice areas: Finance & Supply Chain.