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Acuity

Accounting services from bookkeeping to CFOs

Senior Buyer Planner

Procurement & SourcingPosted on Nov 12
Full-timeTerrebonne, QC, CanadaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree or university degree in supply chain management, operations management, business administration, logistics, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience as a buyer in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong command of international purchasing processes, including knowledge of international transportation logistics.
  • Recognized experience using and operating an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system for materials control and management.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills, with demonstrated agility in prioritizing work in a dynamic and changing manufacturing environment.
  • A customer-service-oriented approach for internal and external customers and the ability to collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams.
  • Knowledge of French is required for permanent positions in Quebec to communicate with colleagues and suppliers as needed. French training is offered to permanent position holders without good French proficiency.
  • Another language is required for this position to communicate with clients, partners, and colleagues mostly located outside Quebec; the company has few Quebec clients and regularly uses another language for communication outside Quebec.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end purchasing process, from issuing requests for quotation (RFQs) and comparing bids through placing and expediting purchase orders and ensuring compliant receipt.
  • Administer and optimize the supplier portfolio for components used in lighting production.
  • Define and apply sourcing tactics to optimize total cost of ownership (TCO), maximize internal and external service levels, and efficiently manage inventory levels.
  • Establish and monitor supplier key performance indicators (KPIs), conduct periodic evaluations, develop long-term partnerships, and closely monitor quality and delivery times.
  • Identify savings opportunities, conduct strategic commercial negotiations, and actively participate in the company's annual cost-reduction program.
  • Use information systems to plan replenishment according to the production plan and capacity constraints.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience sourcing casting parts.
  • Practical experience managing cross-functional projects related to the supply chain.
  • A professional certification such as APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or Supply Chain Canada is an asset.

About the Company

Acuity

Accounting services from bookkeeping to CFOs

Acuity provides accounting services designed for high-growth startups, offering everything from virtual bookkeeping to fractional CFOs. It combines highly certified people, proven processes, and world-class accounting technologies to manage a company’s books and financial reporting. Clients access a range of services tailored to their needs, from day-to-day bookkeeping to strategic financial guidance, all supported by standardized workflows and advanced software. This makes Acuity different from competitors by focusing specifically on startups and growth-stage businesses, delivering a full spectrum of accounting functions under one roof and emphasizing scalable processes and tech. The goal is to let startups concentrate on building their business while Acuity handles their financial operations and helps them scale efficiently.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Seed
Total funding
$1.5M
Headquarters
Atlanta, GA
Founded
2004

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