Purchasing Manager Job at Randstad (Brampton)

Job Description

Our client is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of high-performance mobility solutions. Specializing in heavy armored and tracked vehicle suspension systems, they provide critical support to armed forces and heavy industries worldwide. Their Brampton facility is a hub for innovation, focusing on precision-engineered components—including passive and semi-active dampers and hydro-pneumatic struts—for the military, construction, and forestry sectors. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-orientated Purchasing Supervisor to join and lead our procurement team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, components, and services while maintaining strict compliance with established group procurement policies and procedures. This position demands a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of supply chain and procurement processes, coupled with the ability to enforce governance standards, promote transparency, and drive alignment with group-wide procurement rules.

Job Responsibility

Procurement Management: Source, negotiate, and procure materials, components and services in accordance with project requirements, ensuring compliance to specification and defence regulations
Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, fostering partnerships that ensure the reliability, quality and competitiveness of our supply base
Contract Negotiation: Negotiate terms, conditions and pricing with suppliers to secure best possible agreements while mitigating risks and ensuring adherence to budget
Supply Chain Optimisation: Continuously evaluate and improve the supply chain processes, identifying opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements and risk mitigation
Market Analysis: Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, pricing and availability of materials and components
Compliance: Ensuring all procurement activities comply with industry regulations, compliance to Governmental, local and global company policies whilst maintaining accurate records and documentation
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, Project Management, Cost Estimation, Quality Assurance, Group Purchasing, Global Commodity Management and other teams to align procurement strategies with project goals and timelines
Risk Management: Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring continuity and reliable supply
Team Supervision: Act as the day-to-day point of guidance for 1–2 Buyers and a Cost Estimator
Support the Director of Operations in assigning workload and identifying staffing or skill gaps
Understand principals of estimating and be able to supervise individuals in estimating

Requirements

Effective communicator in English, both oral and written
Minimum 10 -15 years of relevant industry experience as well as demonstrated supervisory ability to lead a team of skilled individuals
Certifications such as MCIPS, CPSM, CPM, or CPIM, or equivalent professional qualifications combined with demonstrable experience in procurement, supply chain management, or purchasing leadership roles
Experience in manufacturing purchasing and/or inventory management
Ability to travel internationally
Holds a valid Driving Licence
Holds security clearance or the ability to obtain
Experience in a small-business environment where cross-functional coordination is critical
In depth understanding of VISUAL ERP
Familiarity with manufacturing operations, configuration management, and quality systems (AS9100, ISO, etc.)
Candidates must be a Permanent Resident or Citizen of Canada to successfully clear the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) requirements

What we offer

Day 1 Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage through Canada Life with 100% prescription coverage and no employee-paid premiums, effective on your first day
Retirement & Bonuses: Access to an RRSP matching program (after one year) and an annual performance bonus
Career Growth: This role offers a clear path to becoming the Purchasing Manager for Canada as the department centralizes
Work-Life Balance: Standard daytime hours (7:00 AM – 4:00 PM) with flexibility to ensure you can manage your professional and personal life

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