6015 - Purchaser

Rheinmetall Canada is proud to be part of the German group Rheinmetall, one of the largest European suppliers of systems and equipment for defense and security. We offer innovative solutions for vehicle systems and electronic solutions.

Among the many benefits we offer: a flexible work schedule with teleworking (3 days on site), private medical services, a complete range of employee benefits, a cafeteria service, an entertainment and training room, free parking and an environment surrounded by greenery**. Start your career with us by being recognized for your previous years of work and encouraged towards the development of your future skills!

We are currently looking for a purchaser to carry out the purchase of goods and services required by the company. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the incumbent will work in close collaboration with stakeholders from various sectors of the company. The purchaser plays an important role at Rheinmetall Canada and we are looking for someone who is proactive, who likes to work on varied projects and in a dynamic environment.

• Determine the best procurement strategy to meet the needs of projects and internal clients while respecting budgets and deadlines.
• Identify new sources of supply, participate in supplier qualification and performance evaluation.
• Prepare and send requests for quotation, analyze proposals, prepare comparative tables and purchasing recommendations based on the objectives and imperatives of each project.
• Prepare purchase orders, identify revisions of 2D and 3D drawings (where applicable), and communicate commercial part numbers and alternative parts.
• Coordinate waiver requests with engineering and the supplier, and do what is necessary to document everything.
• Negotiate the best possible conditions and manage the supplier relationship and issues of non-compliance or non-performance.
• Actively participate in project reviews, ensure the exchange of information and good collaboration with various stakeholders.
• Represent the company in the context of projects or during visits to local or foreign suppliers (occasional).

The skills we are looking for:

• Hold a DEC, or equivalent, in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a purchasing position with knowledge in mechanics and/or electronics.
• Be comfortable with negotiation and know the best purchasing and logistics practices.
• Master French and English (oral and written)*.
• Master Microsoft Office software, particularly Excel, as well as the SAP software.
• Be autonomous, rigorous, dynamic and have the necessary flexibility to quickly adapt to priorities and changes.
• Possess an excellent sense of ethics and responsibilities.
• Available to travel occasionally.