Job Description

What You'll Be Doing

+ Required to work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with our Health and Safety and other policies

+ Determine and advance strategic purchasing objectives

+ Ensure supply chain processes are adequate and updated as required

+ Coordinate processes with colleagues (Buying, Shipping/Receiving, Accounting)

+ Source and develop vendors for products

+ Monitor supplier performance to ensure improvements are made in the areas of cost, quality, and delivery performance

+ Evaluate quotations to determine suitability based on price, availability, and experience

+ Negotiate terms, conditions, price, or delivery in accordance with management objectives

+ Oversee the progress of purchase orders, initiate corrective action, and approve payment

+ Plan and/or oversee the annual physical inventory

+ Analyze and support completion of final job costing

+ Coordinate and disposition excess and non-conforming materials

+ Participate in project meetings as required

You'll Be Great At

+ Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

+ Effective in time management with ability to multi-task and prioritize

+ Technical aptitude with understanding of various aspects of machinery

+ Resourceful with sound analytical skills

+ Able to work independently as well as part of a team

+ Strong working knowledge of MS Word and Excel

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language

Level of Autonomy and Authority

+ Works without detailed supervision, but within clear guidelines, defined standards and specifications. Difficult, complex, or unusual matters are referred to more senior authority

+ May guide and monitor the work of other staff working on a project basis

+ Provides input and makes recommendations to management in areas of improvement

Key Requirements

+ Minimum of 5 years of related experience

+ Post-secondary education within a program focusing on Materials Management or Business Administration and/or related work experience with a demonstrated ability to fulfill the position requirements

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About Us

At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business - enabling us to build on over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change - within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you're seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We're stronger together.

At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone.

Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize E-Verify.

About the Team

The Samuel Automation Solutions Group (ASG) is a world-class designer, manufacturer, and integrator of custom factory automation for the health science, automotive, aerospace, and consumer product sectors. From proof of principle studies to developing turnkey solutions, we seamlessly integrate industry-proven technologies to meet or exceed client requirements.