College or university degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Maintenance, or related field required.
Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
Minimum five (5) years in procurement and inventory management, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial environment required.
Responsibilities
Manage procurement of maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) parts and services for timely availability.
Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize purchasing strategies.
Drive inventory optimization by maintaining accurate CMMS data and stock levels.
Implement automatic reorder processes and reduce obsolete/non-moving parts.
Negotiate pricing and contracts with suppliers to achieve best value.
Collaborate with Maintenance and Reliability teams to support maintenance programs.
Act as backup for Maintenance Supervisor to ensure operational continuity.
Benefits
Promote continuous improvement by identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Support safety policies and programs, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Full Job Description
Job Type: Regular
‘How you will contribute to collective success:’
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Buyer goes beyond traditional purchasing, focuses on cost optimization, inventory efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives. He will develop sourcing strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and implement processes that reduce costs and improve reliability. This position also requires the ability to step in as a backup for the Maintenance Supervisor when needed.
Manage procurement of maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) parts and services, ensuring timely availability for planned jobs.
Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives:
Identify alternative suppliers, reverse engineering opportunities, and local fabrication options.Optimize OEM vs. ODM purchasing strategies to reduce costs without compromising quality.
Drive inventory optimization:Maintain accurate CMMS data, BOM updates, and stock levels.
Implement automatic reorder processes and reduce obsolete/non-moving parts.
Consolidate inventory and standardize components to minimize complexity.
Negotiate pricing and contracts with suppliers to achieve best value.
Collaborate with Maintenance and Reliability teams to support preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Oversee storeroom operations in partnership with the Stores Clerk, ensuring proper receiving, kitting, and inventory control.
Act as backup for Maintenance Supervisor when required, ensuring continuity of operations and compliance with safety standards.
Promote continuous improvement by identifying cost-saving opportunities and process enhancements.
Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.Safety ProtocolStop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.Correct or report any observed safety hazards.Support safety policies and programs.
‘The type of team player who fits in:’
College or university degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Maintenance, or related field required.
Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
Minimum five (5) years in procurement and inventory management, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial environment required.
A role for those who know that the best results are built through teamwork.
About Agropur Cooperative
Agropur Cooperative is a Canadian dairy cooperative headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec. Founded in 1938, it is the largest dairy cooperative in Canada and one of the 20 largest dairy producers in the world. The cooperative has more than 3,000 members and operates 39 plants across North America. Agropur produces a wide range of dairy products, including milk, cheese, butter, yogurt, and ice cream. The cooperative also produces and distributes ingredients and functional solutions for the food industry.
