Job Description

Position: Senior Production Buyer

Location:

Woodbridge, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Onsite

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced

Senior Production Buyer

to join a leading automotive manufacturer. In this position, you'll manage the

procurement

of production parts and materials, execute

supplier negotiations

, and lead

strategic sourcing

initiatives to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives. This role offers an opportunity to make a measurable impact within a global

automotive supply chain

environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end

purchasing

and

sourcing

activities for production parts and tooling. Prepare and issue RFQs, evaluate supplier cost breakdowns, and identify

cost-reduction

opportunities. Conduct

supplier negotiations

for pricing, contracts, and long-term agreements. Recommend sourcing decisions in alignment with

commodity strategies

and

total cost of ownership (TCO)

principles. Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to support

APQP

and supplier development. Manage supplier performance, delivery, and

supply chain improvement

initiatives. Drive continuous improvement and

value analysis/value engineering (VAVE)

opportunities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field. Minimum

5 years of purchasing or procurement experience

in the

automotive industry.

Strong skills in

supplier relationship management

,

contract negotiation

, and

cost analysis.

Ability to interpret

technical drawings

and specifications for automotive components. Knowledge of

manufacturing processes

such as machining, die casting, forging, and injection molding is an asset. Proficient in

Microsoft Office

and ERP systems. Self-motivated, analytical, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?

Supportive, people-focused culture that values collaboration and innovation. Exposure to global supply chain operations and diverse sourcing projects. Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and advancement. An inclusive workplace that embraces diversity, safety, and respect.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $105,000.00-$115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off
Application question(s):

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field? Minimum 5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in the automotive industry? Do you have strong skills in supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and cost analysis? Are you proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems? Can you interpret technical drawings and specifications for automotive components? * Are you comfortable working On-site in Woodbridge, ON or Vaughan, ON?