Job Description

Sinclair Technologies, a division of Norsat International Inc, is a leading designer and manufacturer of antenna and RF signal conditioning products, systems, and coverage solutions. Sinclair products are used extensively in public safety and private industry communication networks, such as emergency services (police, fire, ambulance and military), transportation, natural resources, and utilities. We have over 70 years of industry-leading expertise in all aspects of antenna and RF signal conditioning design and manufacturing. With a strong focus on R&D, we continue to expand our product offerings and offer industry-leading technical solutions.

We have an innovative and outstanding team of industry professionals who drive our ongoing success at Sinclair. We strive to offer a supportive, inclusive, and nurturing environment that helps our employees expand their careers and reach their highest potential.
www.sinctech.com/pages/about-us

Summary:

Department: Supply Chain Department
Reports to: Supply Chain Manager
Status: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Aurora, ON

As Junior Buyer, you are responsible for the timely procurement of goods and services to ensure cost effective commensurate with quality. You must promote and maintain a high level of communication and liaison with the external supplier community and internal departments. It is expected that you will conduct business with the best interest of Sinclair in mind while following strong ethical and moral values.

What You'll Do:

Ensure purchasing practices meet company policy, regulatory and legal compliance Place purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of parts and components to meet production schedule Manage open purchase orders and expedite outstanding deliveries to ensure delivery requirements are met Monitor purchase orders, resolve delivery, quality or other issues related to purchases and invoices Work at the commodity level with suppliers to ensure cost/quality improvement and/or economical substitutions Liaise between vendors, manufacturers, relevant internal departments Work closely with planning team on to review material and services requirements daily Co-ordinate with Quality, Engineer and suppliers to resolve non-conformance issues in timely fashion Recommend improvements based on purchasing activities for standardization Liaise with broker to resolve custom issues if required Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

Ensure purchasing practices meet company policy, regulatory and legal compliance Place purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of parts and components to meet production schedule Manage open purchase orders and expedite outstanding deliveries to ensure delivery requirements are met Monitor purchase orders, resolve delivery, quality or other issues related to purchases and invoices Work at the commodity level with suppliers to ensure cost/quality improvement and/or economical substitutions Liaise between vendors, manufacturers, relevant internal departments Work closely with planning team on to review material and services requirements daily Co-ordinate with Quality, Engineer and suppliers to resolve non-conformance issues in timely fashion Recommend improvements based on purchasing activities for standardization Liaise with broker to resolve custom issues if required Other duties as assigned.

What We Offer:

Paid vacation days. 5 paid sick days. 100% paid by employer comprehensive health benefits package RRSP matching Up to an annual maximum of $2,000 per year professional development fund for designations and accreditations. 100% reimbursed job-related training. Optical reimbursement program. Employee Referral Program. Employee Award Program. Plenty of on-site parking & a 5-minute walk to GO Train station. Office is located in a serene location full of greenery in Aurora, ON (go for a quick hike at

lunch at Sheppard's Bush!).Employee events & initiatives

Applicants must hold either Canadian citizenship, Canadian Permanent Residency, or Work/
Study Permit. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide assistance for work authorization.