Senior Procurement Specialist

Senior Procurement Specialist - Grimsby, ON

Handling Specialty is exclusively dedicated to the custom design and manufacture of material handling systems for demanding applications. We are considered the premier source for engineered-to-order lifting, tilting, rotating and traversing equipment for clients seeking innovative solutions, exceptional professional support, world class credentials and unmatched experience. For more than 50 years, we have been providing solutions in a wide range of industries including, Automotive, Aerospace and Defense, Entertainment, Rail, and Factory Automation.

Handling Specialty is seeking Purchasing Specialist to join our growing team.

Why Join Handling Specialty?

• Competitive compensation
• Paid Vacation time
• Health Benefits, with Defined Profit-sharing benefit
• Wellness committee with the focus on Mental Health
• Social committee; company Holiday Parties, BBQ's

Position Description:

• Able to decipher Engineered drawings.
• Aid in identifying and evaluating new sources of supply with respect to delivery, quality and cost.
• Able to prepare requests for quotes (RFQ's) and purchase orders (PO's)
• Work with suppliers, to expedite critical parts orders.
• Knowledge and capabilities of local vendors and machine shops.
• Able to negotiate with vendors on purchases, and negotiate back charges with vendors supplying non-conforming product.
• Manage and conduct pre-qualification audits.
• Support product and project procurement activities in conjunction with production schedule.
• Support supply base and supplier development program.
• Monitor supplier delivery and quality performance.
• Quote and arrange freight for equipment and/or parts.
• Analysis of material costing performance to project budgets.
• Project costing assessments for all actual to budget performance.
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years of proven experience in purchasing within a heavy manufacturing environment is required
• Technical Acumen with demonstrated ability to interpret engineered drawings and translate them into sourcing decisions as it is crucial in our custom manufacturing environment is a must
• Vendor Network - Evidence of relationships with local machine shops or specialized vendors who can handle low-volume, high specification components
• Costing and Lead Time Management - demonstrated experience balancing cost, quality, and delivery timelines in a build-to-order environment
• Cross-functional Collaboration - Proven track record of working with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure procurement aligns with design intent and manufacturing constraints
• Relevant Post-secondary Education or enrollment in a PMAC education program
• Expert Microsoft office, and computer skills
• Strong problem identification and problem-solving skills, sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in Negotiation skills
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Wellness program

Handling Specialty is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process for needs that are made known. We welcome applications from all interested and qualified individuals; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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