Jr. Buyer/Planner

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Supports FME Canada’s mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy.  Adheres to the FME Canada Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and division/company policy requirements.

Under the direction of the Supply Chain Manager, this individual will be responsible for all matters pertaining to purchasing of products needed by FME Canada.

DUTIES / ACTIVITIES:

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

• Responsible for driving the FME Canada culture through values and customer service standards.

• Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.

• Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.

• Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Purchasing on a national level for all products within the FME Canada product lines.

• Review and process, monthly, the six and twelve month forecast of products for FUSA, Fresenius AG, NxStage and other vendors.

• Responsible for co-ordination of return of products to Suppliers/Vendors.

• Update and maintain costs and product information on system for products of responsibility.

• Communicate and update inventory status of all products of responsibility to customer service, sales reps, management and branch personnel.

• Ensure new items are entered into A/X system as well as any changes to the Item master as per documents received via the internal IMF processes.

• Communicate cost changes so that list price may be changed.

• Maintain, communicate and update list pricing in the ERP system for items in portfolio.

• Act as liaison with Marketing in managing product lines service levels and Inventory levels.

• Act as liaison with Marketing and Distribution Centres on ancillary products.

• Participate in and take responsibility for Supplier performance management of direct portfolio through QBR’s and other methods.

• Purchasing and Planning project management as assigned.

• Other duties that may be assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Typical office work, computer work. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

EDUCATION:

• Post secondary education in the area of purchasing or logistics, or PMAC courses.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in purchasing and/or inventory control and analysis.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.

• CPP certification or working towards it will be considered an asset.

• Strong computer skills, particularly with MS Word and Excel.

SALARY:

$55,000 - $70,000.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal Contacts: All FME Canada employees in RH, Lachine, Richmond

External Contacts: Suppliers, FUSA, FME AG, Customs broker, Customers, 3rd party warehouses

SUPERVISION:

N/A

The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

We are committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders including our clients/customers, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations.