Sr. Buyer Planner / OPM
EV Charging Technology
Quebec, Canada
$110k - $130k + Bonus
Brightsmith are working with a fast-growing electric vehicle (EV) charging firm innovating at the intersection of mobility, energy and PropTech. Their software technology integrates all systems to help buildings become progressively more intelligent and self-sufficient.
Our client is building the next generation of EV charging solutions to support the market and help push mass adoption of EVs.
They are actively searching for a Sr. Buyer Planner to join their Operations team and source, negotiate and purchase materials for EV Charging hardware and accessories to meet production and customer requirements.
Responsibilities :
- Maintain accurate ERP transactional records and planning parameters with meticulous attention to detail to support annual audits, financial reporting, and Accounts Payable processes
- Proactively identify and resolve discrepancies in purchase orders, invoices, receipts, and packing slips; coordinate with vendors to obtain missing documentation
- Maintain document control in the PLM and across systems, ensuring part numbers, BOMs, and engineering drawings are accurate and synchronized across all platforms
- Manage supplier relationships, conduct performance reviews, and drive continuous improvement
- Lead negotiations on pricing, payment terms, MOQs, and lead times to achieve cost targets
- Oversee multi-modal transportation (ocean, air, trucking) to optimize costs and delivery schedules
- Monitor and expedite supplier deliveries to prevent production delays and material shortages
- Support new product introductions, ensuring supply chain readiness for production ramp
- Coordinate engineering change orders (ECOs) with suppliers and manage phase-in / phase-out transitions, ensuring proper documentation and system updates
- Maintain accurate inventory records and practice lean inventory management (JIT, cycle counts, E&O)
- Ensure compliance with customs, international shipping, and regulatory requirements
Requirements :
Experience with demand planning and production schedulingIdentify deficiencies and be able to develop plans to cut costs and improve efficiencies.Be able to handle unforeseen circumstances and think critically for options to meet targets.Strong attention to details, ensuring part numbers and other catalog of items are consistent.The ability to analyze data, solve problems, and make decisions.Industry experience (hardware manufacturing, consumer electronics, etc.)System proficiency (ERP / MRP systems like SAP, Oracle, NetSuite; PLM systems; Arena, Duro)If you're interested in applying, please click the 'easy apply' button. Alternatively, feel free to send your resume to j.holberry@brightsmithgroup.com.