Job Description

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions.Since 1941, we\xe2\x80\x99ve positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers\xe2\x80\x99 unique needs \xe2\x80\x93 including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process. That\xe2\x80\x99s why we say we offer far more than furniture. We\xe2\x80\x99re Furnishing Knowledge.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

TITLE

Buyer

DEPARTMENT

Materials/Purchasing

LOCATION

Pembroke

DIRECT REPORTS

No

EXEMPTION STATUS

Exempt

DATE CREATED

9/29/2022

DATE OF MOST RECENT UPDATE

N/A

POSITION OVERVIEW

Plans and purchases materials, supplies and services based on supply chain management principles to ensure optimal pricing and terms for KI Canada. Qualifies suppliers, evaluates quotes, and negotiates pricing and terms. Meet goals which are established for cost savings. Responsible for carrier selection, tracking incoming shipments and monitoring supplier quality and performance. Develops and maintains supply chain relationships with current and potential suppliers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Purchasing and Inventory Control:

• Develop sources of supply and establish cost-effective pricing, quality and timely deliveries

• Resolve problems and discrepancies relating to quality, quantity, delivery and pricing by performing supplier analysis

• Responsible for strategic sourcing as required, contract and supplier management including negotiation and risk management.

• Use strong analytical and communication skills

• Communicate with master scheduling, engineering and production related to all facets of material sourcing \xe2\x80\x93 other departments as required

• Leader in their field and act as a coach and take responsibility for special projects

\xc2\xb7 Participate and/or co-lead in materials management and strategic sourcing/cross-functional projects

\xc2\xb7 Work in a highly flexible team environment and contribute to the overall team cohesiveness

\xc2\xb7 Exhibit basic math skills and the ability to organize and manage time appropriately

Other Roles:

• Meet with Suppliers or visits supplier\xe2\x80\x99s facilities as required

• Develop and maintain relationships both internal and external (suppliers, brokers and carriers)

Attend meetings as required

Supplier Development:

Notify suppliers of quality concerns and help them to develop root cause identification and corrective action.

Work with suppliers to identify and implement cost savings ideas (CSI).

Work with suppliers to ensure goals are being met for on-time performance, quality standards and positive customer experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

Category

Requirements

EDUCATION

\xc2\xb7 Post-secondary completion

EXPERIENCE

\xc2\xb7 2 years of professional experience in Purchasing, inventory management, production planning or related fields

CERTIFICATIONS/

LICENSES

\xc2\xb7 N/A

KNOWLEDGE/

SKILLS/

ABILITIES

• Ability to function within a team environment

• Decision-making skills \xe2\x80\x93 analytical thinking

• Good communication both written and oral

• Ability to manage time

• Computer skills \xe2\x80\x93 Word, Excel, Outlook

• Experience in demand planning, inventory management, logistics, transportation management, and warehouse management

• Experience with procurement and supply chain processes in an MRP environment

OTHER SPECIAL (NON-PHYSICAL) REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to act independently

• Willing to take initiative(s) and complete task(s)

• Highly organized

• Problem solver \xe2\x80\x93 Analytical skills

• Ability to manage stress effectively

• Ability to develop professional relationships

• Positive attitude

WORKING CONDITIONS

Category

Requirements

TRAVEL

\xc2\xb7 Domestic travel up to 5% of the time

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to maintain seated or standing position

WORK

ENVIRONMENT

Office environment up to 95% of the time

Manufacturing environment up to 5% of the time

KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

KI