Buyer - Bedford, NS
Innovasea | Aquatic Solutions Built for Life
Ready to join a passionate team committed to building a more sustainable future? Innovasea (pronounced In-no-va-see) is at the forefront of revolutionizing aquaculture and advancing the science of fish tracking. We design the world’s most technologically advanced aquatic solutions for fish farming and fish tracking, built to withstand the toughest conditions. By partnering closely with our customers, we develop complete, end-to-end solutions that address their most pressing challenges, improve the sustainability of fish farming, and help us better understand and preserve our ocean and freshwater ecosystems.
When you join Innovasea, you become part of a team of more than 200 employees united by our values of authenticity, collaboration, commitment, innovation, and stewardship. Together, we are relentlessly committed to building a better tomorrow through science, technology, and innovation. As a member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that supports healthier aquatic ecosystems and a more sustainable future - for generations to come. Today. Tomorrow. For life.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic full-time Buyer to join our Operations team.
Reporting to the Supply Chain Director, the Buyer will be responsible for managing the procurement process for various materials and services essential to our operations, ensuring that we maintain quality, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability in our supply chain.
The candidate must exhibit a customer-first attitude with excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities and work in a fast-paced setting.
What you’ll be doing
- Procurement of materials for assigned products/commodities, in particular consumable products and material required by colleagues identified with purchase requisitions. Assigned commodities may include tools, chemicals, packaging, wire and a wide variety of items as required by other people in the company.
- Establish and maintain excellent relationships with suppliers to facilitate competitive pricing, on-time delivery, quick resolution of problems and excellent customer service. The Buyer Is expected to be the primary point of contact during price negotiations with suppliers and in the event of complex commercial issues.
- In collaboration with production and sales team, monitor inventory levels and lead times to prevent shortages and excess stock.
- Contribute to cross-functional projects and new product introduction initiatives by working with other departments, especially Research & Development (R&D) and Marketing/Sales, to provide material as needed to support project and New Product Introduction schedules.
- Implement procurement strategies that align with company goals.
- Monitor market trends and analyze supplier performance to make informed purchasing decisions.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the procurement function.
- Occasional travel to supplier sites may be required.
- Following company information security policies is a required part of this role
Required Skills and Experience
- Completion or willingness to enroll in a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree program in Supply Chain, Business, or in the CSCP program (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
- Experience in a manufacturing organization.
- Proficient in ERP software and Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word).
- In-depth understanding of supply chain processes and inventory management.
- Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
- Strong negotiation skills with a focus on cost reduction and value creation.
- Familiarity with quality standards and compliance regulations relevant to manufacturing.
- Familiarity with legal requirements of contracts.
- Strong time management, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work within a diverse work group in a professional and courteous manner.
- Proactive, results-driven mindset with a problem-solving orientation and strong commitment to continuous improvement.
Nice to Have
- University degree or diploma in Supply Chain, Business or related field
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where people with different backgrounds and experiences can do their best work. We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage people from groups that have been historically underrepresented in our organization, including women, people of color, LGBTQ+ people, veterans, and people with disabilities.
