Buyer

Job Description

<p><b>Drive, Grow, Excel</b></p><p><br></p><p>Do you believe that a company’s success depends on its people? If so, Steelcon is the place for you!</p><p><br></p><p>At Steelcon, we don’t just build steel structures; we’re shaping the future of the structural steel industry. As a trusted structural steel partner, we’re committed to excellence, innovation, and the growth of our people. If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about building a long-term career, Steelcon offers an exciting opportunity to grow and succeed.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Position Overview</b></p><p><br></p><p>The Buyer is responsible for purchasing goods and services to support organizational operations while ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality standards, and timely delivery. This role focuses on tactical procurement activities and requires strong vendor management skills and attention to detail.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process purchase orders for routine materials such as steel, fasteners, and standard components</li><li>Track shipments and deliveries to ensure materials arrive on schedule</li><li>Update inventory management systems with delivery information</li><li>Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts</li><li>Coordinate with Production Managers & Logistics and Scheduling Manager to understand material requirements</li><li>Maintain relationships with established suppliers of standard materials</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, delivery issues, and quality concerns</li><li>Resolve routine problems with orders, deliveries, and product quality</li><li>Compare prices from different suppliers for standard materials</li><li>Negotiate pricing for standard items within established guidelines</li><li>Process and verify invoices against purchase orders and receipts</li><li>Maintain accurate records of purchases, deliveries, and supplier communications</li><li>Generate standard procurement reports (e.g., open order reports, delivery performance)</li><li>Document supplier quality issues and resolution actions</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>3-5 years of relevant purchasing experience, ideally in construction or manufacturing.</li><li>Post-secondary education in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is an asset.</li><li>Experience with ERP systems and intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.</li><li>Strong negotiation skills with an understanding of their impact on project timelines and costs.</li><li>Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with suppliers, production teams, and internal stakeholders.</li><li>Proven experience in inventory control, ensuring materials are available without overstocking.</li><li>A motivated, proactive individual who works effectively both independently and as part of a team.</li><li>Demonstrates professionalism, honesty, and transparency in all procurement activities.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Location, Hours of Work & Working Conditions</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li><b>Location</b>: Vaughan</li><li><b>Hours of Work</b>: Monday to Thursday 8:00am to 5:00pm, Friday 8:00am to 3:00pm</li><li><b>Travel</b>: Occasional travel required</li><li>Primarily an office work environment</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>What We Offer</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Competitive salary and group benefits package starting from day 1</li><li>Group RRSP program with 100% employer match</li><li>Employee discounts</li><li>Company events & teambuilding activities</li><li>Ongoing learning & development opportunities to help build the career you want</li><li>Awards for top performers and employee tenure</li><li>A unique opportunity to build, grow and leave your impact on a multi-billion-dollar industry</li><li>Dynamic, informal and collaborative work environment</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Steelcon is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) we are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities to support their participation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise Human Resources.</p><p><br></p><p>To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be legally entitled to work in Canada. We do not accept international applicants without a valid work permit.</p><p><br></p><p>We thank all applicants for their interest. Only successful candidates will be contacted. We do not wish to be contacted by recruitment firms.</p><p></p>