Associate Buyer (Co-op)

Job Description At S&C Electric Canada, Co-Op students are valued contributors to our mission of building a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. With over 70 years of innovation in Canada, we continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the power industry. As a co-op student, you will work on meaningful projects that support our operations and give you hands-on experience in a dynamic, safety-focused environment. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges! Work Arrangement: Onsite Work Term: Winter 2027; 4 Months (Jan. 2027 - Apr. 2027) or 8 Months (Jan. 2027 - Aug. 2027) Compensation At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, with a commitment to transparency in our pay practices. The hourly pay range for this position is $21.80 - $27.00. Individual pay within this range is determined by several compensable factors, including the year of study, type of academic program, and the number of prior co-op work terms completed. Join Our Team as an Associate Buyer (Co-op)! The Associate Buyer is responsible for forecasting, analyzing, and managing the capacity of a product line within the organization. They address issues related to individual production line planning and play a key role in troubleshooting within Oracle ERP to ensure smooth and continuous production. Key Responsibilities Coordinate the scheduling and production planning for assigned assembly line at S&C. Partners with production planners and schedulers to determine the needs of the line, supply requirements and optimal scheduling for assembly operations. Monitor current inventory counts, dynamically recommending purchases based on adjusted production schedules and adjustments to one hand numbers when appropriate. Act as a liaison between internal customers, facilitating communication and ensuring all parties are informed when production schedule adjustments or changes are needed. Update and maintain item data in Oracle ERP system to achieve optimal inventory levels for production goals. Investigate and address challenges related to product variations and supplier issues, collaborating with the buyers to develop resolutions when needed. Generate and issue reports for weekly or monthly forecasts. Understand and comply with all applicable company policies and rules. What You’ll Need To Succeed Currently pursuing a post-secondary in Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field. Enrolled and eligible for a 4 or 8 month Co-op work term starting in Winter 2027. Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members, adjusting communication approaches based on the audience. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently as a part of the team. Strong attention to detail and ability to complete activities with accuracy. Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills and an ability to identify potential issues and seek support for resolution. Strong proficiency in utilizing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for production planning process. Proficient in Microsoft office products, including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Physical Effort Normal or frequent minor physical effort required for the day-to-day activity in the workplace. May involve standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs and lifting/moving/using objects or equipment up to 20lbs. Work Environment Acceptable working environment with minor or almost no disagreeable or challenging working conditions as part of everyday expected levels (all jobs will occasionally experience undesirable or disagreeable events). Vacancy Disclosure This posting is to fill a future vacancy within S&C Electric Canada. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Please note that S&C Electric Canada may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assi…

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