The opportunity:
Thomson Power Systems (a Regal Rexnord company) is a leading manufacturer of electrical products and systems for use in the power generation industry for over 50 yearsWe are currently seeking a talented Senior Supply Chain Buyer/Planner to join our supply chain/purchasingteam. The successful candidate willbe responsible forensuring the business has the right quantity of goods and materials at the right time and at the right cost to meet the production and operational needs. This role involves strategic planning,purchasing, inventorycontroland supplier relationship management to ensure uninterrupted flow of materials and goodsrequiredfor production. This isa great opportunityfor someone who is excited about being part of a winning team and working towards career growth opportunities.
Main responsibilities:
Plan, drive, and own all strategic sourcing activities related to assigned commodities withcross-functional team, including operations and engineering.
Ensure supplier invoices arecurrent andresolve invoice discrepanciesin accordance withdepartmental standards.
Establish andmaintainstrong relationships with stakeholders while ensuringhigh‑qualityservice delivery.
Provide andmaintainanalysis and reports as per department requirements.
Identifystrategic opportunities that translate into material cost saving initiatives that align with corporate strategies and financial targets.
Collaborate with global corporate supply teams toidentify,screenand qualify strategic suppliers.
Drive and own problem solving for corrective actions and innovative solutions and CI.
Drive and own request for proposal requests including supplier screening andselection
Negotiate and manage supplier contracts including payment terms, deliveries, prices, freight terms, currency exchanges, raw materialfluctuationand inventory levels per corporate policies.
Take ownership of supplier score cards.
Analyze market conditions todeterminepresent and future needs and availability for assigned commodities.
Provide coaching and support to junior buyers on issues related to assigned commodities.
Ensure compliance with corporate safety, quality, and trade compliance policies.
Be the point of contact for assigned commodities.
Education,experienceand qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or equivalent experience.
5+ years ofpurchasing/procurementexperienceof which 3+ years asSenior Buye or Purchasing/Procurement Supervisor.
Demonstrated experience in ERP and MRP (transactional and planning module).
Experience in SAP will beconsidered asan asset.
Experience inproject-based manufacturing environment is an asset.
Experience in electronics, electric & power industries is an asset.
Demonstrated experience in inventory control.
Proficiencywith Microsoft Office (Excel,Wordand PowerPoint).
Effective communication skills in English.
Must be legally authorized in Canada without company sponsorship.
Skills:
Strong negotiation skills
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
Attention to details and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.
The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.
Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.
All 30k+ associates at Regal Rexnord have a shared purpose: Create a better tomorrow with sustainable solutions that power, transmit, and control motion. We are a leading, global manufacturer of airflow, motion control, power transmission, and power generation solutions used in commercial, industrial and residential settings.
You may not know it, but Regal Rexnord impacts your life every day. Our products enable the fans in HVAC systems that keep us comfortable; the power source that keeps smart buildings running; the agricultural and food service equipment that keeps us fed; and the conveyor systems that keep e-commerce flowing. Regal Rexnord is comprised of four operating segments: Automation & Motion Control, Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions and Industrial Systems. Regal Rexnord is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and has manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, visit RegalRexnord.com.
