| Location: | Dorchester, ON |
| Date Posted: | Jun 17, 2025 |
Job Description
Material Buyer
Looking for a dynamic Material Buyer to join our team in Dorchester, Ontario!
An innovative company with an entrepreneurial spirit, Armatec was established in 1997 and has
established itself as a significant player in the defense survivability market. Our products are
instrumental in saving soldiers’ lives around the world and we continually strive for innovation and
product excellence.
Armatec offers a competitive compensation package with a comprehensive group benefits program.
Cafe and gym onsite for your convenience at low cost to employees.
General Description:
Working under the direction of the Supply Chain Manager, the Buyer is responsible for purchasing,
sourcing, expediting and liaising with internal engineering, production, maintenance and finance staff.
The goal is to ensure efficient and effective response to internal and external customer requirements at
lowest possible costs.
Essential Duties:
The duties associated with this position include, but are not limited to:
• The duties associated with this position include, but are not limited to
• Plan, negotiate, order and administer material requirements to support production schedule
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels on designated commodity responsibilities
• Interpret & plan purchased components for nonrecurring builds
• Monitor the order process to maximize quality, service and price reductions
• Continuously monitor supplier performance
• Provide support and assistance to Shipping/Receiving, Quality and Finance departments as
required
• Organize/assist in all outsourced secondary operation requirements within required time frames
(coatings, processing, etc.)
• Create RFP/RFQs for upcoming contracts for purchased and manufactured components to
achieve best overall commercial terms
• Ability to prioritize multiple, concurrent projects while achieving uninterrupted supply to
production
• Liaise with Engineering department on new product/service requirements supporting/ensuring
all commercial aspects
• Provide assistance to other staff as required
• Support overall Materials group objectives
• Comply with company Health & Safety rules and regulations in accordance with the Act
• Perform other related duties as required
Prerequisite Skills and Qualifications:
• College Diploma or University degree in material management, business, or administration.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a buyer
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Understanding of Quality procedures
• Understanding of NAFTA, ITAR, customs for importing and exporting an asset
• Knowledge of fundamental design techniques and reading engineering drawings required
• Certification as a CPM, CSCP, APP, CPPB, CPPO or in process, an asset
• Demonstrated knowledge of purchasing and contracting techniques and procedures
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and finance management
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Able to consistently represent the company in a professional manner
• Sound judgment and shrewd decision-making skills
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Able to quickly calculate discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, and
volume
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills
• Ability to respond appropriately in pressure situations with a calm and steady demeanour.
• Strong customer service focus
Must be able to pass a Security Clearance
Armatec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring
process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please advise us
and we will do our best to support you. All information received in relation to accommodation will be
kept confidential.
We appreciate your interest in Armatec, however only those chosen to move forward in the recruiting
process will be contacted regarding this position.
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