Job Family: SCM-Procurement / Supply Chain Logistics

Req ID: 410010

Making manufacturing smarter.

The manufacturing industry is facing a significant transformation process and we want to ensure the industry's success in the future. To do so, we need forward-thinkers who have an eye for the bigger picture; and clever minds looking for answers. Help us get the manufacturing industry ready for the future of automation and digitalization.

Why you’ll love working for Siemens!

• Solve the worlds most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.

• Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, cutting edge technological environment.

• Opportunities to advance your career and mentorship programs on a local and global scale.

• Competitive total rewards package.

• Profit sharing available.

• Rewarding vacation entitlement with the opportunity to buy and sell your vacation depending on your lifestyle.

• Contribute to our social responsibility initiatives focused on access to education, access to technology and sustaining communities and make a positive impact on the community.

• Participate in our celebrations, social events and offsite business events.

• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them!

• Employee perks and discounts.

• Diversity and inclusivity focused.

Siemens is proud to be an eight-time award winner of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers 2022, Canada’s Top Employers for Young People 2024 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers 2022.

What will you do?

We are looking for a competent Buyer to join our dynamic team. The Buyer is responsible for effectively managing the inventory of materials required for production, while minimizing costs and maximizing operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Planning for material requirements: Analyze production data, demand forecasts and current stock levels to assess future material requirements.

• Inventory management: Monitor inventory levels according to MRP recommendations and coordinate orders with suppliers to ensure adequate supply while avoiding surpluses and production stoppages

• Issue purchase requisitions: Send purchase requisitions and communicate required performance indicators to suppliers

• Follow-ups: Work closely with suppliers to track active requisitions and delays and update the ERP system.

• Forecasting: Submit and update consumption forecasts to help suppliers understand Siemens’ changing needs

• Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with production, engineering and logistics teams to ensure efficient planning and seamless flow of materials

• Supplier management: Maintain positive relationships with suppliers, monitor performance and proactively resolve problems

• Use of computer systems: Use planning software and IT tools to track inventory, generate reports and analyze data

• Emergency management: Respond to unforeseen events such as late deliveries, material shortages or changes in production plans by quickly adjusting plans and finding alternative solutions

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our company’s operational efficiency by ensuring optimal materials sourcing If you are an organized, analytical and results-oriented planner, we encourage you to apply.

Please note that the position is located in person at our Drummondville plant*

What will you need to succeed?

• University degree in logistics, administration, operations management, supply chain management, industrial engineering or related field

• At least 3 years’ previous professional experience in a planning or purchasing role, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment

• Advanced English and fluency in French, to interact with our American suppliers and clients

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to make informed decisions

• Knowledge of procurement model implementation

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

• Ability to manage competing priorities and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Proficiency in IT tools (MS Office) and Enterprise Resource Planning software (SAP).

• Understanding of custom manufacturing processes

About us.

We share our ideas and champion the people behind them.

For over 110 years, Siemens Canada has stood for engineering excellence, innovation, quality and reliability. Siemens Canada is a technology leader providing comprehensive solutions for Smart Infrastructure and Digital Industries. We make real what matters by setting the benchmark in the way we electrify, automate and digitalize the world around us. Ingenuity drives us and what we create together in yours.

Making a difference together we raised $385,000 towards charitable contributions, support over 38 non-profit organizations and planted 660 trees in our local communities. Siemens Canada has 2,500 employees from coast-to-coast and 24 office and production facilities across Canada. Join our team of approximately 293,000 talented professionals in more than 190 countries/regions and help us tackle the most exciting challenges to build a successful future together. So, what are you waiting for? Take your next career step with us.

To learn more about Siemens Canada, visit our website at www.siemens.ca

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