Procurement Specialist

Join the ECI Technology Team! We are currently hiring for a Procurement Specialist. About ECI ECI Technology started as a PCB Manufacturer in 1997 and has grown significantly since then, now having nearly 90k sq. ft of manufacturing space. We have grown into a world class organization that offers box-build assembly, cable harness design, control panel assembly, manufacturing and other services to fully support our customers. Located in the Toronto area, we service not only the Canadian Market, but also the broader North American Market and are always looking for new opportunities. Our employees have always been a central part of our growth and the culture that has been developed prioritizes our employee’s growth alongside the organization’s. ECI has always prioritized investing in our capabilities and equipment to be a market leader in quality and industry best practices. We are problem solvers, and our organization believes that our employees are a key factor to this. We are looking for candidates that can join the organization as part of our empowering and encouraging culture. ECI values Integrity, Customer Relationships, Quality, Problem Solving, Employee Empowerment and Community. Our employees reflect these values and we’re looking for candidates to take the next step in their careers with us as we live these values. About the Team The Procurement team reports up to the Operations Manager. This team is responsible for procuring goods and services necessary to support production and manufacturing operations. They are thorough and persistent in finding the best possible solutions for our organization by building and maintaining relationships with vendors in Canada and internationally. Their work helps ensure we continue to develop quality products for our customers and manage company financial goals. The team is closeknit and works with people across the organization so there are many opportunities to learn and develop your skills. About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist who will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, products, services and equipment to support the rest of the Operations team. The Specialist will work with a diverse set of vendors across different geographies to ensure that ECI continues to meet its quality standards through time and cost-effective solutions. Company policies will help guide procurement practices and the Team Lead will coordinate procurement team members. The ideal candidate is persistent, forward-thinking and can independently manage their workload. Previous experience in this role, or a similar role, is preferred. Key Responsibilities Purchase materials, components, general supplies, specialized tools, and equipment in accordance with ECI’s procurement policies and procedures Assess material requirements and ensure timely purchases at the lowest reasonable cost, maintaining quality standards and on-time delivery to support manufacturing operations Source vendors, issue RFQs (Requests for Quotations), analyze quotations and select the most suitable suppliers based on pricing, delivery, and quality Continuously evaluate the performance of existing suppliers and engage in ongoing negotiations to ensure cost-effectiveness and reliability Calculate standard costs and margins before issuing purchase orders to align with financial targets Monitor and manage inventory turnover to minimize stock levels without compromising production demands Analyze BOM (Bill of Materials) demands against current stock; identify shortages and expedite orders as required Issue blanket purchase orders based on consumption patterns to maintain optimal inventory levels Coordinate with the production team to ensure timely material availability for ongoing and upcoming builds Arrange international shipments, including ocean freight from China, consolidating LCL (Less than Container Load) shipments to optimize shipping costs Follow up on pre-shipment s…

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