About Us:
Buhler Versatile Inc. is a leading tractor and tillage manufacturing company dedicated to innovation, quality, and excellence. We are expanding our procurement team and seeking a skilled Commodity Specialist to manage strategic sourcing and supplier relationships for key commodities critical to our production process.
What You’ll Do
- As a Commodity Specialist (Purchasiong), you’ll take ownership of specific commodities and supplier relationships to ensure the best pricing, quality, and delivery performance. You’ll work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to drive efficiency, innovation, and cost savings across our supply chain.
- Identify and execute on cost reduction strategies
- Keep abreast of internal new product development initiatives or product changes
- Proactively manage end of life products and work with suppliers to make certain production is not impacted by potential changes in supply
- Act as a liaison between Supplier and Engineering on Supplier proposals for new products, design deviations, and cost savings opportunities
- Manage and improve relationships with Suppliers at a strategic level under commodity responsibilities
- Set up contract templates with Suppliers
- Control NON-Disclosure Agreements, (NDAs), Supply Agreements, Development Agreements, Letters of Intent, and tooling requirements/costs
- Place initial First Article Inspections (FAI) Purchase Orders with Suppliers and manage timely receipt and approval of goods.
- Investigate and resolve Purchase Order (PO) price discrepancies
- Support Quality Assurance (QA) in supplier quality issues
- Assist Buyers in managing supply disruptions, as required
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Post-secondary education in supply chain preferred
- Experience working with a large number of SKUs
- Minimum of 2 years of sourcing/purchasing experience, industrial background preferred Familiarity with development of suppliers, their periodic performance reviews, and supply risk mitigation strategies.
- Some technical background: ability to read drawings and technical specifications
- Well-organized, detail oriented and task focused.
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced environment
- Knowledge of Kanban programs
- Strong analytical , negotiating and problem solving skills
- Contract management experience in international contracts' reading and revisions
- MS office (Excel, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes), ERP systems
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise between Engineering, Quality, Operations and Suppliers.
Why Join Us
At Buhler Versatile, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for professional growth, and a dynamic environment where your contributions make a real impact.
Apply Now:
If you're ready to play a key role in shaping our sourcing strategy and ensuring the success of our manufacturing operations, we’d love to hear from you.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Education:
Experience:
- Strategic Sourcing: 1 year (required)
- industrial parts purchasing: 2 years (required)
- supplier sourcing: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
