Specialist, Buyer

KEY JOB ELEMENTS:

• Lead  bid and proposal activities including negotiating scope of work, Terms and Conditions, cost and schedule for best value award
• Develop and present Procurement Review Board/Source Selection Review Board and associated awards of subcontract or purchase order
• Support execution of the work including risk mitigation, issue resolution, payment plan management, delivery performance, review and approval of deliverables, cost to budget, and change management
• Track commodity trends, understand the market and industry, and research/explore new technology and/or capabilities
• Responsible for supplier development with respect to issue resolution, supplier relationship management, and the Intensive Management Process
• Forecast material sales and manage supplier activity to achieve the forecast
• Participate in design IPTs for new variant releases or new program launches
• Provide mentorship and coaching to other Buyers and team members

Position Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• University degree or college diploma in business or supply chain related discipline
• Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience
• Proficient in MS Office applications
• Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
• Creative and innovative thinker
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong negotiating skills and the ability to influence others
• Ability to travel (10% Cdn) and (10% US/Int’l) and possess / able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous Supply Chain Management experience
• Technical aptitude
• Financial aptitude

General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada is an employment equity employer who values diversity and inclusion.  We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems - Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed.  As such, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.

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