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The Senior Buyer is required to negotiate with external vendors to ensure pricing accuracy, product quality and payment/delivery terms meet the expectations of Airbus Helicopters Canada Limited standards. The Senior Buyer will lead the procurement collaboration across multiple departments, planning, scheduling and monitoring the movement of materials throughout the production process.\nMAIN RESPONSIBILITIES\nIssue Purchase Orders\nResponsible for the placement and management of Purchase Orders (via MRP or manual Purchase Requisitions) to satisfy business requirements, including the proper follow up to have the material available for production.\n\nManage Strategic Procurement activities for new project quoting and implementation: Cost optimization, supplier integration and material readiness\n\nManage the ordering of materials, supplies and services from suppliers to promote accountability and ensure operational standards are met and exceeded\n\nIdentify possible sources of supply and equivalent products and recommend new products to reduce costs by suggesting alternates\n\nManage inventory turns, total cost of ownership, logistical movement of goods\n\nAct as the interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders on purchasing processes, new projects and related activities\n\nMaintain relationships with suppliers and negotiating with them for the best price, quantities and delivery timelines\n\nOrder Maintenance\nFacilitate shortage and backorder management by providing timely and effective communication to internal stakeholders\n\nExpedite shipping and deliveries, maintain inventories, and monitor usage inconsistencies, price changes, and supplier back orders.\n\nResolve non-conformances on delivered products with suppliers for accurate cost recovery\n\nContribution and participation in departmental meetings (SQCDP) to promote a high level of daily interaction and support of all internal/external customers\n\nMaintain the accuracy of the raw material data in the ERP system (SAP), supporting internal customers with pricing and lead time as required.\n\nVendor Management\nResponsible for supplier compliance and risk assessment to ensure effective and compliant supplier performance\n\nParticipate in supplier visits, audits, and performance management activities, as required\n\nMeet with suppliers seeking to establish relationships with the organization to review products, costs and performance recommendations\n\nMaintain compliance with all required Airbus Group purchased product specifications\n\nMaintain up to date supplier quality records, in accordance with policy\n\nManage supplier shortfalls and support the implementation of corrective actions (both internal and external), to support OTQ and OTD established targets\n\nEnsure adherence with all established Export Compliance policies\n\nEnsure requirement forecasts are sent to the suppliers with enough visibility of needs\n\nMINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS\nEducation\nBachelor’s Degree or College Diploma in Business Administration Operations Management (Supply Chain Management) or related field\n\nSupply Chain Canada Professional Designation CSCMP, considered an asset\n\nMembership with Supply Chain Canada (or related organization)\n\nExperience\nMinimum 8-10 years’ experience in supply chain or related field\n\nKnowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities\nAbility to set priorities and undertake initiative to time sensitive demands/deadlines\n\nAbility to lead projects and provide support to cross functional teams\n\nAble to work independently under minimal supervision\n\nAbility to read and understand technical documentation (drawings, specifications)\n\nDemonstrate leadership skills through mentoring of junior team members\n\nDemonstrate professional, ethical behavior with strong communication skills (both written and verbal)\n\nAble to use independent action and judgment in order to solve common problems\n\nStrong attention to detail to ensure conformity is met in all aspects (parts/shelf life/regulatory compliance etc.)\n\nExercise sound business practice in spend decisions regarding total cost of inventory ownership\n\nKnowledge of Aerospace Industry and Standards is an asset (AS9100, ISO 14001)\n\nKnowledge of SAP considered an asset\n\nThis job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.\nCompany:\nAirbus Helicopters Canada LtdEmployment Type:\nPermanent-------\nExperience Level:\nProfessionalJob Family:\nSourcing, Buying and Ordering By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.\nAirbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.\nAirbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to .\nAt Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. 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