POSITION: Purchasing Associate
JOB TYPE: Permanent full time
LOCATION: Markham, ON
INDUSTRY: Manufacturing - small to medium size enterprise
WORK MODEL: 100% on site
***IMPORTANT NOTE***
• Please note that all applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada, for our client, at the time of hire; therefore, must be a Canadian citizen.
What you can expect:
• Inclusive culture with forums that let employees connect, share ideas, and feel heard.
• Competitive compensation package that includes, paid comprehensive health benefits plan and RRSP matching plan (employee/employer contribution).
To apply please send your CV to carole.viger@groomassocies.com
We thank all candidates for showing interest in this role; however, only retained candidates will be contacted.
About our client:
Our client, a small to medium enterprise, is a leader in advanced electrical test equipment for aerospace, defense, transportation, and mission-critical industrial applications, is proud to continue growing and investing in their people. Our client recognizes the hard work and contributions of their team and offer a comprehensive benefits package, professional-development opportunities, and a supportive workplace built on innovation, accountability, and technical excellence.
Position Overview:
The Purchasing Associate plays a critical role within the organization’s supply-chain and operations team, supporting the procurement of complex electronic components, harnessing materials, precision assemblies, and outsourced manufacturing services. This position ensures continuity of supply for high-reliability products used in aerospace, defense, rail, and industrial test applications.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Perform daily reviews of MRP requirements and collaborate with suppliers to establish optimal quantities, delivery schedules, and shipping methods;
• Manage supplier performance issues, including quality concerns, delivery delays, and service gaps;
• Identify solutions to supply-chain challenges such as budget constraints, lead-time changes, vendor errors, or material shortages;
• Review and track all outstanding purchase orders; follow up on discrepancies and ensure accurate fulfillment;
• Coordinate material transfers from third-party warehouses to Company's main facility in a timely and cost-effective manner;
• Review monthly demand forecasts and initiate blanket orders for long-lead components (PCBs, relays, connectors, harness components, etc.);
• Obtain and analyze monthly inventory reports from key suppliers to maintain accurate visibility of stock levels and WIP;
• Seek continuous-improvement opportunities and cost-reduction initiatives within the procurement cycle;
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Business Development teams to understand material requirements and support new-product introduction (NPI);
• Contribute to departmental and organizational objectives as a collaborative member of the operations team.
Experience & Skills required:
• Minimum 3 years of procurement experience in electronics manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability industrial environments;
• Experience with ERP systems;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (advanced functions such as VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data analysis);
• Good negotiation, supplier-management, and communication skills;
• Analytical thinker with the ability to solve problems in a fast-paced, engineering-driven environment;
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
