5-7 years of experience in procurement or related fields
Bilingual in French and English, Spanish is a plus
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent analytical and negotiation capabilities
Outstanding communication and teamwork skills
Interest in manufacturing processes and lean manufacturing principles
Responsibilities
Participate as a stakeholder in new component development with engineering and suppliers
Manage the project timeline from prototype generation to final part approval
Ensure part availability for product assembly during development
Negotiate supplier agreements regarding delivery, cost, and material fluctuations
Oversee the parts budget and update cost prices regularly
Benefits
Annual bonus based on company performance
Generous paid time off
Pension plan with collective saving options
Full healthcare coverage at no cost to employees
Flexible work schedules including a varying summer schedule
Holiday season shutdown and educational resources available
Discount on BRP products
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Development Buyer reporting to a Team Leader, Global Sourcing to help us develop our new products, as well as support the supply chain at an operations level. As part of your role, you'll be significantly contributing to the organization's growth. You will be at the forefront of expanding BRP's product line through your knowledge of the supply chain and the development of business partnerships with our suppliers; you will also be responsible for commercial management and negotiation of the organization's best interests with the supplier network for production components.
YOU'LL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:
Be a stakeholder in the development process of new components in collaboration with engineering, the quality department and strategic suppliers.
Provide project management by contributing to the development of components from the generation of the first prototypes through the approval process for final parts before mass production begins. More specifically, you will be responsible for the component development schedule and ensuring its delivery in time for the start of production.
Ensure the availability of parts for assembly of different generations of products under development.
Negotiate and respect various agreements with suppliers (in terms of delivery times, cost structure, fluctuations in raw materials, exchange rates, etc.).
Manage your parts portfolio budget and regularly update cost prices.
YOU'LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:
Relevant experience or training in procurement, administration/engineering or other related fields.
Bilingualism is essential, both spoken and written, as the person in this role will be representing BRP to international suppliers (French/English). Fluency in Spanish would be an asset.
Good work organization, priority management and project management.
Very good analytical and negotiating skills.
Excellent communication and the ability to work in a team.
Interest in BRP products, various manufacturing processes and lean manufacturing.
Do you have any other qualifications? Tell us what is unique about you that would make you a great addition to the team. We look forward to receiving your application!
AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN.
Let's start with a strong foundation - You want it, we have it:
Annual bonus based on the company's financial results
Generous paid time away
Pension plan
Collective saving opportunities
Industry leading healthcare fully paid by BRP
What about some feel good perks:
Flexible work schedule
A summer schedule that varies by department and location
Holiday season shutdown
Educational resources
Discount on BRP products
Salary range: 69 300$ to 112 600$ per year 37.5 hours per week Start date: as soon as possible Permanent, full-time position Day shift The employee is eligible for the company's standard insurance and benefits
About BRP Inc.
BRP Inc. is a Canadian company that designs, develops, manufactures, distributes, and markets powersports vehicles and propulsion systems. The company's products include Ski-Doo and Lynx snowmobiles, Sea-Doo watercraft, Can-Am on- and off-road vehicles, Alumacraft and Manitou boats, Evinrude and Rotax marine propulsion systems, and Rotax engines for karts, motorcycles, and recreational aircraft. BRP was founded in 1942 and is headquartered in Valcourt, Quebec.
