The successful candidate, as part of the Corporate Purchasing team, will be responsible for purchasing products, services, and materials needed for Canam's steel fabrication operations across all our plants. This position may be based at any of our Canadian facilities. The Strategic Buyer plays a key role in optimizing the procurement process and contributing to the company's competitive advantage. Your responsibilities will include:

• Forecast global requirements;
• Resolve issues in the areas of requisition accuracy and completeness, on-time delivery, or supplier payment terms and conditions;
• Liaise with departmental partners regarding the lead time required to receive parts and materials needed for projects;
• Search for alternatives or corrective measures with suppliers as needed;
• Work with the accounting team to resolve invoicing issues;
• Comply with purchasing policies and procedures;
• Manage supply chain risks and the actions to secure the supply chain;
• Establish and maintain partnerships with vendors to ensure the timely acquisition and delivery of products and services;
• Ensure control activities, upon receipt of product, are carried out according to the established standards;
• Prepare purchase orders by verifying specifications, price and delivery;
• Ensure the satisfaction of internal customers;
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

*Possibility of working from any of our offices across Canada.

The Canam benefits

• Flexible schedule (37.5 hour week) for your work-life balance
• Possibility of working in hybrid mode, on-site and teleworking, so you can enjoy your renovations
• Profit-sharing plan based on company performance because we like to share our success
• Group insurance from your first day with employer contributions (life, disability, drug, dental and travel) for peace of mind
• Defined contribution pension plan because we all retire one day
• Employee assistance program for when you need it
• Access to a free telemedicine service because no one likes waiting at the clinic
• Career movement because we all grow differently
• Because your well-being is important to us, Canam offers an annual contribution to encourage you to take care of yourself
  

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of both;
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, with Lean Manufacturing;
• Knowledge of materials and processes used in steel fabrication, or other commodities, is an asset;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, and the ability to influence others;
• A strong focus on customer service;
• Demonstrated skills in organization, problem-solving, negotiation, analysis, and decision-making;
• Experience with Google Workspace, advanced knowledge of Excel, and practical experience with an ERP or other business planning systems preferred;
• Candidates must be fluent in both French and English.

Canam, an employer that makes you want to stay
Since 1960, Canam has been an employer with a strong, unifying and family-oriented culture, rallying its 3,500 employees. Established in Canada, the United States, Romania, India and the Philippines, our company continues to grow thanks to the innovation and know-how of each and every one of our employees. In fact, in order to build structures that are known and recognized for their quality throughout North America, you need to feel that you have what it takes to succeed in these major projects. Proud of our accomplishments, we are here to stay, and it is with you that we want to do so.

We are committed to employment equity.