Associate Buyer Co-op

Do you want to be a part of a global team whose mission is to be the leading specialist in electric power switching, protection, and control by creating innovative solutions that are easily applied and provide the best long-term value? We help companies like Bruce Power, Toronto Hydro, Hydro Quebec, and many others keep the lights on for their customers.

We design, assemble, provide post-sales support and everything in between.  Our business is fostered around our core values of personal integrity, respect for people, commitment to excellence and responsible stewardship.  We are happy to share that we are a land fill free company. We take our commitment to our Team Members, Customers, and the environment seriously.

Job Summary 
The Associate Buyer plays an important role within the production planning department, leveraging their knowledge and understanding of business needs to handle the planning of resources for assigned product lines. The Associate Buyer plans, measures, and monitors capacities of a product line within the organization. The Associate Buyer resolves issues related to the planning of individual production lines. They play a vital role in problem - solving within Oracle ERP and keeping production running.

Work Term: Winter 2026: 4 Months (Jan - Apr) or 8 Months (Jan - Aug)

Work Arrangement: on-site

Work Location: 90 Belfield, Etobicoke M9W 1G4.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Coordinate the scheduling and production planning for assigned assembly line at S&C.
• Partners with production planners and schedulers to determine the needs of the line, supply requirements and optimal scheduling for assembly operations.
• Monitor current inventory counts, dynamically recommending purchases based on adjusted production schedules and adjustments to one hand numbers when appropriate. 
• Act as a liaison between internal customers, facilitating communication and ensuring all parties are informed when production schedule adjustments or changes are needed.
• Update and maintain item data in Oracle ERP system to achieve optimal inventory levels for production goals.
• Investigate and address challenges related to product variations and supplier issues, collaborating with the buyers to develop resolutions when needed.
• Generate and issue reports for weekly or monthly forecasts.
• understand and comply with all applicable company policies and rules.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a post-secondary in Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Is in registered co-op program and available from the Winter 2026 work term (4 -8 Months)
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members, adjusting communication approaches based on the audience.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as a part of the team.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete activities with accuracy.
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills and an ability to identify potential issues and seek support for resolution.
• Strong proficiency in utilizing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for production planning process.
• Proficient in Microsoft office products, including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

In return you will have access to... 

• Subsidized Public Transit Program 
• Discounted Food & Beverages 

S&C Electric Canada Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, S&C Electric Canada Ltd. will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform S&C Electric Canada Ltd.'s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.