Purchaser

Position Overview:

Looking for a dynamic and flexible candidate to join our Supply Chain team who will have a variety of core responsibilities, which will include Purchasing, Sourcing, Expediting and Inventory Analysis / Management activities.

Main Responsibilities:

• Procurement of goods required to support ongoing production and or new product development


• Sourcing of parts and material from domestic and global suppliers


• Expedite and de-expedite parts to meet Inventory Objectives, all warehouse locations


• Review Open Purchase Orders and proactively follow-up with suppliers directly to ensure delivery dates are met


• Display commitment to the on-time delivery of quality products


• Managing and Developing Supplier Relationships


• Negotiate contracts (LTAs and Rebate) and pricing with suppliers to secure favorable terms


• Analyzing identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring best value


• Identify material shortages and communicate risks to stakeholders in a timely manner


• Create and process reports as required


• Mitigate Expedited Freight Costs


• Managing / Coordinating Logistics from Offshore and domestic partnerships


• Other duties as assigned

Key Skills / Core Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail


• Advanced Negotiation skills


• Ability to prioritize tasks


• Excellent organizational skills


• Problem solving and decision making


• Works well under pressure


• Strong communication (verbal & written) skills


• Strong computer skills


• Ability to work independently and within a team in fast paced environment

Education / Experience:

• Post-Secondary Diploma or Certificate in Supply Chain & Operations Management


• 3 - 5 years experience of machined and fabricated components, preferably with fasteners and hardware


• Experience in Automotive, Aerospace and Defence is preferrable


• Capable of understanding and interpreting mechanical drawings


• CPIM, APICS or CIRM/PMAC certifications is an asset


• Bilingual Spanish and/or Mandarin considered an asset


• Advanced Excel Skills considered an asset


• Familiarity with Fasteners considered a benefit


• Familiarity with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, ISO 9001, CPG considered an asset


• Familiarity with both a Production and Distribution environment considered an asset

Company Overview:

National Engineered Fasteners Group (NEF) is a firm dedicated to providing innovative and cost-effective engineered fastening solutions to global manufacturers.  Founded in 1996 by owners and staff with extensive fastener experience, NEF has established both exclusive and non-exclusive distribution relationships with many leading North American and European manufacturers.  NEF offers over 50,000 different fasteners and fastener-related tools, including both standard and non-standard custom-manufactured engineered items, from office and warehouse facilities in Breslau.

Factory-trained staff with years of fastener experience provides customers with personal and professional service, supported with a national network of factory sales representatives.

The NEF Commitment:

NEF is committed to providing our customers with the proper fastening solutions. We will supply quality products at competitive prices, delivered on time, supported with a high level of customer service and handled by product-knowledgeable staff.

About Distribution Services Group:

Distribution Solutions Group (DSG) is a best-in-class specialty distribution company providing high touch, value-added distribution solutions to the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO), original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and the industrial technologies markets. DSG was formed through the strategic combination of Lawson Products, a leader in MRO distribution of c-parts, Gexpro Services, a leading global supply chain services provider to manufacturing customers, and TestEquity, a leader in electronic test and measurement solutions.

Through its collective businesses, DSG is dedicated to helping customers lower their total cost of operation by increasing productivity and efficiency with the right products, expert technical support and fast, reliable delivery to be a one-stop solution provider. DSP serves 120,000+ long-standing customers in several divers end markets supported by more than 3,000 dedicated employees and strong vendor partnerships. DSG ships from strategically located distribution and service centers to customers in North America, Europe, Asia, South America and the Middle East.