Buyer

Position Title: Buyer

Department: Manufacturing

Location: St. Boniface

About AGI

AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 3,800 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.

The Opportunity

Buyer reporting to the Purchasing Manager and working closely with the purchasing team, the Buyer will ensure that all necessary materials (inventory & non-inventory) and services are effectively managed to accommodate the production plan and plant seeds. 

Responsibilities:

• Purchase and coordinate raw material and outside material/services to support the production plan.
• Determine purchasing requirements and obtain necessary quotes as required.
• Check requisition orders, contact suppliers, obtain quotes, examine bids, and make contract awards.
• Evaluate vendor performance on an on-going basis.
• Continually identify and propose new supply sources/opportunities.
• Coordinate purchasing activities with manufacturing, customer service and engineering departments to maximize best value for the company.
• As required, monitor the cost, schedule and scope aspects of assigned subcontracts to assure best quality and quantity at best value.
• Work closely with the production team to provide updates on purchasing activities and speak to purchasing measures of performance.
• Ensure compliance with all purchasing procedures per ISO.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• PMAC (CPP) Designation or working towards would be an asset
• 2-4 years' progressive experience in purchasing, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to handle multiple projects at once while working under tight deadlines is essential
• Strong skills with Microsoft Office suite of products

Why AGI?

We’re leading the way in global food supply chain solutions and here’s how: We’re the leading global expert in providing farmers, processors and commercial customers with the right equipment and customized engineering solutions to produce, protect and deliver the world’s grain, fertilizer, seed, feed and food supplies. Dedicated to safety, innovation and customization, AGI offers one of the largest catalogs of equipment and full-service planning and engineering services for the storage, blending, mixing, conveying, conditioning, and processing of agricultural products worldwide. Supported by an extensive in-country sales and service team, AGI provides a global distribution network and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy.

Our Culture:

Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business,

diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world.

With AGI, you’re choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain.

AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. 

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.