Our mission is to Profoundly change the standard of care by creating a tomorrow where clinicians can confidently ablate tissue with precision; a tomorrow where patients have access to safe and effective treatment options, so they can quickly return to their daily lives. Changing the standard of care is part of our fabric. We are a group of energetic, problem-solvers focused on innovation, and looking to change the world. We are changing the paradigm for treating diseases such as prostate cancer by using real-time MR Imaging, thermal ultrasound and close-loop temperature feedback control, to gently ablate the diseased tissue with minimal side effects.

If you share our values and want to work in a collaborative results focused culture and want to make a Profound impact in healthcare and your career, here is your chance.

General Accountability:

As the Buyer Planner you are primarily responsible for the ongoing procurement and negotiations of materials, components, equipment, supplies and services that meet the quality standards of the company. Assume full responsibility for planning requirements and supply chain management to ensure timely (scheduled) deliveries of goods and services within budget and/or standard costs. Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Procures materials components, equipment, supplies and services necessary for the operation of the company;

Plan, schedule, and monitor goods and services to meet the production requirements of the company employing such techniques but not limited to JIT, Kanban, Blanket POs, and Reschedules;

Check requisitions and MRP requirements, contact and evaluate sources, examine bids and makes awards;

Set-up and maintain material, supplier and planning system data in the MRP/ERP system;

Exercise a good working knowledge of goods, services, and sources of supply to make purchases at prices consistent with quality and quantity requirements;

Determine material requirements from Engineering and production schedules and coordinate the efficient movement of materials through production cycle;

Identify and evaluate sources of supply consistent with quality and quantity requirement of the company;

Evaluates bids consistent with the total cost of ownership;

Establish goals and objectives that support the department and company objectives. Follow up on objectives to ensure compliance;

Take on special assignments as warranted; such as projects to resource commodities;

Work with receiving, finance and suppliers to reconcile discrepancies in receiving and invoicing;

Develop, Implement and Support sourcing and supplier management initiatives;

Negotiate pricing, delivery, lead-time, etc., with suppliers and partner;

Conducts business by using appropriate judgment for actions, maintains high standard of work behaviours. Refraining from soliciting or accepting gifts, prejudicial discounts, entertainment, favors, or services from present or potential suppliers that might influence or appear to influence, purchasing decisions;

Ensure that the highest quality standards are maintained in all functions & responsibilities of the job as well as executed in a manner, which supports companies quality standards;

Maintain Metrics;

Support Lean activities and initiatives;

Support EHS activities and initiatives;

Perform other duties/special projects as assigned.

Education and Certification:

• Post-Secondary diploma required.
• Certification, or relevant work experience
• PMAC designation (an asset)

Key Attributes (experience, skills and technical knowledge):

5+ years of material buying and planning in a manufacturing setting.

Previous experience in a Medical Device Manufacturing environment is an asset

Experience with MRP / ERP systems

Experience in electromechanical product engineering environment

Experience in supply chain management and inventory control

Demonstrated negotiation skills

Proficiency in MS Office products (especially Word, Excel, Visio and Project)

Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment

Excellent oral and written communications skills; ability to communicate with technical and non-technical teams

Ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with external partners

Must be a highly motivated self-starter and be able to work under ambiguity

Must be organized and able to balance multiple priorities appropriately

Must be goal-focused and committed to completing task.

Logical thinking with creative problem-solving ability

Detail-orientated, highly motivated, patient and diligent

We thank you for your interest in Profound Medical. Please note only candidates that are short-listed will be contacted.

We strive to promote diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.