Job Description

Our History:

VAW Systems Ltd. is an international leader in the design and manufacture of noise control and filtration equipment for fans and gas turbine engines. For over 50 years, we have been building high-quality custom products for customers around the world.

VAW is pleased to offer its employees competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental and vision coverage and employer-paid premiums. We also provide a company-matched RRSP program, Employee Assistance Program, on-the-job training and potential for advancement within our organization.

Your Opportunity:

VAW Systems continues to grow and is currently seeking an energetic and driven individual to fill the role of a

Buyer

. As a Buyer, you will work as a key member of the Value Stream and provide support in assuring that overall purchasing objectives are carried out to meet company requirements. The role will also monitor supplier delivery schedules, monitor the flow of materials and components to conform to production schedules. Working closely with both the Project Managers and Production to ensure effective communication routes are open and all parties are up to date with activities to ensure on-time delivery of materials and services.

Responsibilities:

Execute orders, expediting and following all processes defined in ISO guidelines

Monitoring min, max and reorder points for high volume raw materials, parts, and consumables

Epicor management

Competitive Bidding, Forecasting Preparation, and Strategic / Global Sourcing

Ensure operational execution and service performance meets and exceed company goals

Develop and manage vendor relations

Coordinating delivery of raw materials, buy-out parts, and completed goods inbound and outbound

Facilitating subcontract production, which includes obtaining quotes, negotiating price and delivery, coordinating material movement, managing backorders, coordinating shipment of raw materials, and receiving of finished product for further finishing at VAW

Manage and monitor supplier planning / scheduling to meet and exceed customer requirements

Determining capabilities of prospective subcontractors and contract management of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA's)

Supplier certification and performance management

Supplier management

Work with stakeholders to find solutions that are cost effective, efficient, and ensure customer satisfaction.

Participate in projects as, and when, required to ensure continuous improvement.

Other duties, as required

Skills and Qualifications:

0 to 5 years of applicable industry experience and /or post-secondary education in supply chain management

Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and Epicor (ERP System)

Must have good people skills (team player / individual) and communication skills

Must have good customer service skills in order to build relationships with suppliers and subcontractors

Able to manage multiple projects at once to meet set-out guidelines

Understand manufacturing processes

Knowledge of lean principles an asset

If you feel you are the ideal candidate that is needed for this role, please send your resume along with a cover letter and salary expectations to hr@vawsystems.com.

Closing date of this job posting: February 10, 2026.

We appreciate your interest in VAW Systems, however only candidates who are already eligible to work in Manitoba will be considered.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking RRSP match Vision care
Work Location: In person