We are currently seeking an experienced Buyer II to join our Ottawa team. In this role, you will play a key part in managing supplier relationships, supporting new product development, and driving effective procurement strategies across commodities.
Requirements
- Procurement of goods and services
- Commercial management of the supplier portfolio
- Ability to negotiate terms and conditions
- Issuance of purchase orders to comply with company policies and procedures
- Communicate material status to key stakeholders
- Maintains the ERP system to ensure accuracy of data
- Develop negotiation strategies and manage negotiation
- Proactively manage commodities to identify risk and mitigate
- Resolve challenges within the commodity including but not limited to; delivery, cost, process, invoicing, etc.
- Contribute to new product developments
- Contribute to source selection, make/buy decisions, and supplier qualification
- Provide strategic insight into the relevant market industries by recommending ways to reduce risk, cost and lead-time
- May lead or contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- May be required to support customer or external compliance audits
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your eligible dependents
- Flexible benefit options available (including HCSA)
- Emergency medical travel insurance
- 24/7 virtual health care services
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) – counselling, life coaching, lifestyle change support, and financial planning
- Employee resource groups
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP) with employer contributions after 3 months of service
- Access to financial advisors for investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
- Voluntary Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) accessible from day one
- Flexible time away to rest and renew with vacation, holidays, vacation purchase plan and parental leaves (with top up options)
- Sick leave and disability programs
- Grow your career your way with free access to a learning platform offering a wide range of courses and resources
- Educational Assistance Program to support formal learning
- Self-directed mentoring opportunities
- Reimbursement for professional and industry-related memberships and dues
- Employee discounts on travel, home and auto insurance, as well as services and activities
- Free onsite parking
- Annual scholarship program for children of GD employees
- Employee social clubs and recreational activities
