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Aversan Inc
$105,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Project Buyer
Ottawa, Ontario
Project Buyer Aversan Inc. (.aversan.com) is a trusted multi-service engineering and electronics manufacturing company. Aversan delivers leading-edge and reliable safety-critical electronics and software systems to the aerospace, defence, and space industries. We are currently seeking a Project Buyer to manage end-to-end procurement activities, including RFX, PR, and PO processes. The role involves ensuring timely order delivery, improving supplier performance, optimizing costs, and collaborating with project teams to support business objectives. Ideal candidates have strong sourcing and procurement expertise with the ability to ensure smooth supply chain operations. Location Ottawa, Ontario Canada
Job Type Contractor
Working Arrangement Hybrid
Responsibilities
Negotiation & Sourcing Manage RFx activities and carry out local negotiations within delegated thresholds, ensuring best value for the organization.
Prepare regular purchasing reports and analyses to inform team strategy and support the setup of strategic offers.
Execute and own the fulfillment process from purchase requisition (PR) receipt through order creation, purchase order (PO) issuance, tracking, and invoice processing.
Ensure accuracy and completeness of orders regarding commodity codes, delivery locations, supplier details, and relevant notes.
Engage with suppliers to confirm PO receipt and secure delivery commitments; follow up and expedite as necessary to ensure timely delivery.
Manage and resolve medium- and high-level procurement problems or disputes, escalating issues by guidelines.
Stakeholder Communication & Coordination Meet weekly with internal project teams to review procurement priorities and provide updates on status of open orders.
Coordinate PR priorities with project planning and industry requirements to align with business needs.
Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, as well as other tactical buyers, and support collaboration within the wider procurement team.
Support the implementation of improved SAP or other system functionalities to enhance purchasing efficiency.
Compliance & Best Practices Ensure all procurement activities align with company, ISO series quality standards, and defense regulatory requirements as applicable.
Maintain an ethical approach in all procurement tasks, in line with policies.
Identify and report medium- and high-level procurement issues to Supply Chain Manager, Category BuyersManagers as directed.
General Support all relevant department activities as required to meet team goals and objectives.
Familiarize oneself with and consistently company procurement policies and procedures
Support efforts to monitor and improve departmental KPIs, following best practices established within the organization.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in systems, Software, Electrical, or Computer Engineering or equivalent.
Purchasing or Financial Certification andor 5 years of applicable experience
At least 3 years' experience in a supply chainprocurement role.
Must have at least 1 year of procurement or finance experience within the federal government (civilian, military, or as a contractor)
Previous experience in the Defense Industry
Purchasing background and understanding of supplier process changes required.
Experience with SAP or other ERP systems (can be trained on SAP if they have similar system experience).
Must be able to work under pressure and prioritize tasks.
Must be eligible for Canadian NATO Secret clearance and meet Controlled GoodsITAR requirements. Please note
Interested applicants must directly to this link to be considered for this position Project Buyer The name of the file for the resume should be the applicant's full name and the position title you are ing for. The resume format should be PDF. CompensationCAD $100,000- $110,000
The base salary or rate offered to an applicant within this range is determined by considering several factors, including the individual's geographic location, skills, competencies, and unique qualifications. This ensures compensation is fair and aligned with the specific requirements and attributes of each candidate.
Vacancy Status This posting is for an existing vacancy.
AI in Hiring We use AI tools to assist with application management (e.g., organizing submissions and surfacing potentially relevant qualifications). AI is not used to make hiring decisions. All decisions are made by our hiring managers and recruitment team. Our use of AI is governed by security and privacy risk assessments aligned with our cybersecurity framework.