Design Team Purchasing Agent
Job Summary
The Design Team Purchasing position will include:
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Purchasing components and supplies for the company with a focus on the electromechanical design department
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Sourcing new components and suitable alternates for existing components
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Negotiating competitive pricing
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Regularly checking in on high priority items to help meet deadlines
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Developing good working relationships with vendors, manufacturing partners, and other external parties while also holding them accountable on pricing and deadlines
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Working closely with vendors, supply chain, electromechanical design team, and other internal staff to verify all required components and supplies are available and procured when needed
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Identify supply chain problems, propose suitable solutions, implement the solutions, and maintain supply chain integrity
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Position may also include other tasks as required by Spyder Controls
Position Hours
8 am - 5 pm
Mon - Thurs
8 am - 12 pm
Friday
Mountain
Time Zone
Location
Lacombe AB
Compensation
Annual compensation will range from $75,000 to 100,000 depending on applicant education, experience, credentials, and performance. Benefits include a Health Spending Account, Pooled Insurance benefits, and TFSA or RRSP matching.
Applicant Qualifications
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Legally entitled to live and work in Canada
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Basic computer skills
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Self motivated with the ability to work independently, and good collaboration with staff and clients
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Good organizational skills
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Understanding of basic electrical components and mechanical hardware
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Maintain professionalism in the workplace, remains composed under pressure while meeting deadlines, maintaining regular schedule with occasional extended hours
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Purchasing and electronics background