Job Description

POSITION: Buyer
REPORTS TO: Manager, Procurement
DEPARTMENT: Strategic Procurement
LOCATION: North Bay
REFERENCE: 800-138-26
SALARY: $74,932 - $88,140
WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 900 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.
ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
The Buyer is responsible for the purchase of stores inventory, various shop goods and services, and other high priority purchases for the organization in accordance with company policies, systems procedures and provincial directives. The Buyer shall be responsible to meet the needs of the clients and the various divisions, at the lowest prices consistent with quality standards on a timely basis.
MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure all applicable company policies are adhered to while maintaining a high level of customer service to all divisions.
• Keep updated with the Ministry of Public and Business Services Delivery (MPBSD) ensuring all government policies, guidelines, and interim measures are followed
• Coordinate and implement the complete purchase process in accordance with the prescribed requirements including preparation and solicitation of bids, evaluation of submissions received, communication with the supplier through a written purchase order, monitoring the relationship with supplier(s), etc.
• Consider all aspects of purchase decisions including pricing, payment terms, delivery, quality, safe transportation of the materials, and other financial and non-financial implications to determine the best value for money.
• Implement strategic contract sourcing of inventory by analyzing spend data analysis while working closely with the Public Procurement Department to launch open competitive procurements
• Monitor vendor selection and creation
• Meet with vendors to ensure understanding of market trends, issues and availability of new products and services
• Perform periodic vendor performance evaluations
• Follow all proper procurement processes relating to contracts, purchasing agreements and Ministry Vendors of Record (VOR)
• Work closely with vendors to coordinate freight and deliveries of goods
• Prepare and coordinate documentation for customs clearance, shipping and logistics
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, quality issues and other shipping claims
• Monitor inventory at various stores locations, ensuring min/max levels meet operational requirements; managing duplicates and new inventory as required
• Work closely with the Stores Supervisor, Inventory and Warehouse Manager and stores stock keepers to analyze and improve inventory levels, cycle and lead times and inventory turnover
• Recommend appropriate inventory management methods
• Investigate and review purchase card transactions that relate to shop supplies ensuring alignment with stores inventory
• Review slow moving inventory (SMI), identifying surplus or obsolete items, make recommendations for sale or disposition of SMI
• Adapt to new systems, processes and technologies that are implemented

REQUIREMENTS:

• Two-year College Diploma in Business Administration, Commerce, or equivalent
• American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) or Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP_ Designation preferred
• 2-3 years' experience in Supply Chain, Logistics and Inventory Management
• Prior experience within a parts and service warehousing environment
• Proven ability to adhere to procurement limits and policies
• Experience in Customer Service
• Strong communications skills
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Ability to negotiate and make decisions under pressure
• Strong computer skills (MS office)
• Occasional travel is required

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.
CLOSING DATE: September 22, 2025, no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number. Visit our career website to apply:
At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.
Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
Les offres d'emploi sont egalement disponibles en francais. Visitez notre site Web sur les carrieres ou appelez le 1-800-363-7512, poste 394 pour plus de renseignements.

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