Production Buyer

Job Description

About Us

Focused on leading the transition to a sustainable future, Glen Dimplex Americas is enhancing the moments that matter in life with a commitment to delivering the best design and efficiency in the areas of temperature control and comfort creation. With operation throughout North America the success of the Glen Dimplex Americas organization is a testament to the strength of our people and investment in innovation and technology.

Our portfolio of industry recognized brands includes Dimplex, Cadet and Faber. Together these brands provide complete product offerings in the residential and commercial comfort categories, ranging from electric heaters, to fireplaces and controls.

Glen Dimplex Americas is a division of the Glen Dimplex Group - the world's largest manufacturer of electrical heating, which holds significant global market positions in domestic appliances, heating, cooling, ventilation, and renewable energy solutions. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland the Glen Dimplex Group privately owns over 40 brands with operations in 80 countries.

Production Buyer

Operations

Summary of Position

The Production Buyer plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of a manufacturing facility by securing the timely procurement of materials, components, and services required for production. By balancing cost, quality, and delivery performance, the Production Buyer supports uninterrupted production flow, minimizes downtime, and contributes directly to meeting customer demand and organizational goals.  

Reporting to the London Plant Manager, the Production Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and supplies required for production operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that the London manufacturing facility receives materials on time, at the right quality and cost, to support uninterrupted production. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and leverages a strong understanding of supply chain dynamics.

Responsibilities:

Procurement Planning & Execution

• Analyze raw material coverage and issue purchase orders in accordance with production requirements, demand forecasts, and production schedules
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to meet production targets
• Monitor open orders and expedite or delay shipments as necessary
• Manage the inventory, replenishment and purchase of non-stock items including consumables, maintenance supplies, office supplies and services in support of the facility

Supplier Management

• Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors
• Resolve delivery or quality issues quickly and effectively

Inventory & Cost Management

• Manage raw material inventory targets in partnership with Supply Chain
• Optimize inventory by balancing production needs and inventory levels
• Collaborate with supply planning and production teams to avoid shortages or overstock situations
• Act proactively to identify and drive purchasing cost reduction initiatives  
• Coordinate efforts with peer buyers across the organization to consolidate purchases, negotiate volume-based pricing, and reduce overall procurement costs
• Work with peer buyers to balance inventory across plants and minimize excess at a network level

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with supply planning, quality, logistics, maintenance and engineering teams to align parts, supplies and material availability with plant needs and production goals
• Provide timely updates on procurement status and risks
• Partner with peers across the business to drive consistency across operations

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation in SAP
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and applicable regulations

Position Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
• 3+ years purchasing/supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with SAP/MRP and kanban systems
• Certification in supply chain (e.g., SCMP, CPIM, CPSM) is an asset
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Knowledge of production processes, BOMs, and lead time planning
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills

• Proactive attitude with a high sense of urgency and initiative
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

What We Offer

Core Total Rewards

• Fully funded Group Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, dependent life, AD&D, short term disability, & long term disability)
• Group RRSP with 100% Employer Match up to 4%
• Freedom to Choose, Consult +, and Telus Pharmacy Group
• 3 Weeks Vacation Immediately
• Employee Assistance Program
• Workplace Wellness Program
• Support of professional memberships/certifications

Additional Rewards

• Educational Reimbursement Program
• Employee Charitable Donation Program (monetary and product donations)
• Employee Service & Recognition Awards
• Referral Bonus Program
• Summer Fridays
• Employee Engagement Committee initiatives
• Smart casual dress atmosphere
• A unique opportunity to be a key player in a growing global organization
• An innovative fast-paced culture focused on people

Our Values

We Think Customer – we aim to put our customers at the center of everything we do, taking time to understand their needs; creating solutions that meet and exceed their expectations, enhancing everyday moments

We Care About People – we recognize the power of a community with a common purpose; empathizing with others’ point of view and acting with integrity to create a safe and healthy environment

We Value Innovation – we are building a better future day by day; developing innovations that will create quality, consumer-centric, sustainable solutions

We Keep it Simple – we make the complex simple by driving out inefficiencies; which enables us to be agile, responsive and to get the job done

How to Apply

Our team members include people like you: enthusiastic, innovative, motivated and creative. If you are interested in joining our team or learning more about this opportunity, please apply now.  Glen Dimplex Americas offers a competitive total rewards package, and we are continually striving to attract and retain the best talent available, building ongoing success for both our organization and our employees!

Glen Dimplex Americas is committed to fair and accessible employment practices.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Glen Dimplex Americas, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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