Buyer

Reports To: Purchasing Supervisor

Salary Range: $30-$32 CAD per hour

Position Summary: 

IEM is currently seeking a Buyer for our Surrey, B.C. and will report into the Supply Chain Manager. The buyer is responsible for source selection and procurement functions directly associated with the company's needs for cost-effective raw materials, tools, parts, and supplies to support engineering and production.

Please note: This position requires 100% in-office presence in our Surrey, B.C. location and does not offer remote work.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in all aspects of the purchase process, including maintaining a network of reliable suppliers, cost analysis, sourcing, quotations, timely order placement, monitoring of order delivery timelines, and resolving any discrepancies or delivery issues.
• Work with vendors/suppliers to ensure accurate and on time delivery of goods, including making schedules, writing and fulfilling purchase orders, and estimating costs.
• Immediate notification to Supply Chain Manager and Materials Manager of any potential delay of material delivery dates.
• Track all orders to fulfillment and expedite as necessary based on production schedule needs communicated by the Materials Manager or Supply Chain Manager.
• Maintain accurate files in regards to lead times, pricing, order confirmations, and other vendor related issues.
• Continuously improve upon processes and offer solutions to best support the organization and increase overall efficiency and effectiveness of the purchasing team.
• The candidate will be expected to perform additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field such as Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Accounting or Finance
• 1-3 years of relevant procurement experience for a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in using computer systems (e.g. MS Office programs, ERP and other IT applications as trained/required).
• Ability to accurately track and manage shipments, and documentation, ensuring all logistical tasks are executed with precision.
• Strong organizational abilities to effectively prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced logistics environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to liaise with internal teams, external partners, and customers, ensuring clear and effective communication throughout the logistics process.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including warehouse personnel, production personnel, and transportation providers, to achieve common logistics objectives.
• Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization