Buyer, Junior

Linergy is now Hiring Jr. Buyer!

Working closely with the purchasing supervisor, this role is a development role
that will give the candidate exposure to Linamar’s Purchasing policies and
strategies on a global basis.  The purpose of the role is to develop employees
so that they can become senior buyers at either a corporate level or at a plant
level. Taking direction from the purchasing supervisor responsible for the
procurement and consolidation of MRO and Consumable purchases. Duties include
contract negotiations, consolidation, linking and leveraging volumes, contract
renewal or cancellation, identifying potential new sources of supply, assessing
service and/or product quality, attending CAT and PAT meetings as required,
benchmarking purchases globally, assisting the plants is supplier crisis
management, collaborating with internal stakeholders.

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Performance Expectations

·         Support, Foster, Promote and Demonstrate Linamar’s Core Values and
Leadership Behaviors.

·         Support an open and collaborative environment, promoting the ONE TEAM
– ONE LINAMAR philosophy.

·         Reductions in Linamar’s purchase costs in commodity / area of
responsibility by linking and leveraging spend.  Use leverage, VA/VE, and value
stream mapping techniques to eliminate waste and reduce purchase costs.

·         Become an expert buyer in your commodity, understanding options of
supply, cost breakdowns and cost analysis, use benchmarking techniques to
compare various supplier’s processes and benchmarks.

·         Develop the sourcing strategy for the commodity you are responsible
for, balancing total cost, quality, and risk.  Up to and including alternative
sourcing to mitigate potential single source risks.

·         Establish long term supply agreements with Suppliers, ensuring that
key clauses are executed and enforced.

·         Identify potential new sources of supply that offer more competitive
solutions to Linamar than what exists today.

·         Review purchase orders for accuracy and required detail matching the
supply contracts and our customer’s contracts.

·         Support plants in crisis management with suppliers relating to
quality, delivery/capacity short falls.

·         Occasionally act as liaison between suppliers and plants.

·         May be required to perform other related duties as required and/or
assigned.

Credentials

·         Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Business Administration, or related field,
or an equivalent combination of education and experience which has provided both
theoretical and practical knowledge in the field.

·         Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications,
with the ability to communicate technical information to suppliers and internal
staff.  Communicate with co-workers, customers and suppliers about operational
matters.

Desired Characteristics

·         Ability to work independently, but also work in teams with co-workers
and suppliers.

·         Strong communications skills both internally and externally with
suppliers.

·         Strong computer skills, including the use of ERPs, spreadsheets, and
PowerPoint.

What Linergy has to Offer

Inclusive Culture: Join a team that celebrates diversity and encourages
collaboration. Our inclusive culture ensures that every voice is heard and
respected.

Social Committee: Be a part of our exciting social committee that organizes
regular activities and celebrations. From team-building events to seasonal
festivities, there's always something to look forward to.

Local Vendor and Supplier Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts from local
vendors and suppliers. We believe in supporting our community and providing
extra perks to our employees.

Competitive Compensation: We recognize the hard work and dedication of our team
members. That's why we offer competitive compensation packages that reflect your
skills and contributions.

Comprehensive Benefits: Your well-being is important to us. We offer a
comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans,
and more.

Career Growth Opportunities: We are committed to the growth and development of
our employees. We provide ongoing training and advancement opportunities to help
you reach your full potential.

Positive Work Environment: We foster a positive and inclusive work environment
where everyone is valued and respected. We believe in teamwork, collaboration,
and celebrating our successes together.

Cutting-Edge Technology: Linamar is at the forefront of technological
advancements in our industry. Join us and you will have the unique opportunity
to master both time-tested machinery and the latest in state-of-the-art
equipment through our comprehensive maintenance programs.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of
highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the
entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided
along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced
and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools, you need to succeed,
you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.  Linamar will attempt to
accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner
throughout all stages of the recruitment process.  Accommodations will be
provided upon request