Company Bio:

Entrepreneurial Leader
Heroux-Devtek, the world’s 3rd largest producer of landing gear, serves the civil and military aerospace markets from production facilities in North America and Europe. The Company’s longevity, flexibility, and track record for the development and implementation of innovative production systems have distinguished it as a leader in the domain. With its most recent acquisitions, Heroux-Devtek is bolstering its status as one of the foremost landing gear, actuation and hydraulic system designers and manufacturers in the global aerospace industry.

Division info:

The Landing Gear Market specializes in the design, qualification, manufacture and repair and overhaul of landing gears and flight critical components to a customer base that extends from the OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) to the Operators in both the commercial and military markets.

Summary of position:

The Senior Buyer will be responsible for the procurement of materials and services for their assigned commodities. They will work with suppliers to negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms. The Senior Buyer will also be responsible for maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring that all procurement activities are carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Main responsibilities:

•Developing and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers
•Negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers
•Evaluating, selecting, and recommending new vendors to management.
•Managing inventory levels and forecasting future needs
•Working with other departments to ensure timely delivery of goods
•Ensuring quality standards are met by suppliers
•Resolving any supplier issues or concerns

Objectives:

•To develop and implement strategies for procuring and managing commodities in a way that minimizes cost and risk while maximizing quality
•To work with suppliers to negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms & conditions
•To monitor market trends and developments in order to make informed decisions about commodity procurement
•To manage the storage and transportation of commodities
•To ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies & procedures
•To develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders (e.g. purchasing, finance, operations) as well as external stakeholders (e.g. suppliers)

Qualifications:

•Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, economics, administration or a similar field and/or CIPS as an asset.
•At least two (2) to four (4) years' experience in supply chain or commodity management.
•Solid knowledge of financial markets that influence commodity prices.
•Thorough understanding of supply chain management and procurement processes
•Good negotiation skills and the ability to communicate effectively with vendors and suppliers.
•Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
•Highly organized with excellent time management skills
•Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities

You enjoy challenges, teamwork an a quality working environment that evolves continuously? Developing your competencies is a priority for you? Join Héroux-Devtek and "lets grow together".

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Héroux-Devtek is an equal opportunity employer.