Buyer

ABOUT MDA SPACE

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The global MDA Space team of more than 3,800 space experts has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there. For more information, visit www.mda.space.

The Position

We’re on the search for a Buyer to join our Geointelligence Engineering Team at our Richmond offices

This position will expose you to many areas of the business and will focus on fulfilling material and support needs for internal and external customers. Key activities include issuance and administration of Purchase Orders to Vendors, assistance in sourcing products and services as per specifications provided.

The incumbent will also oversee the management of deliverables by delivering on time, on cost, and on quality, in line with the requestor’s requirements, corporate fiscal policies, security directives, and supply chain best practices.  A self-reliant attitude that takes initiative with multi-tasking capabilities is required to be successful in this position.

 

Responsibilities

• Provides individual support to projects and departments regarding their procurement requirements, company fiscal, quality and compliance requirements.
• Acquires materials and services that may require any of the following activities sourcing and soliciting bids, creating purchase orders and awarding contracts, expediting orders, and resolving related problems.
• Participates with the Procurement team in the development and implementation of procurement strategies to improve supplier service levels and optimize costs.
• Under direct supervision, selects, measures and manages performance of vendors based on on-time delivery, quality, and service. When required, negotiate with supply sources to initiate orders, resolve disputes and claims, and determine freight terms.
• Transforms requisitions from the LN ERP purchasing system, reviews and approves purchase documents and then expedites orders, including tracing of shipments in transit.
• Assists in completion of Procure to Payment cycle by ensuring receipt of Purchase Orders (tangible or intangible) has occurred by comparing overdue deliveries and orders placed by credit card or via the LN Purchasing system and work with Accounts Payable.
• Assists the Procurement team in documenting and maintaining Procurement Policy & Procedures Manual, Approved Suppliers List and other administrative tasks as required
• Ensure adherence to procurement processes by applying procedures and standards sensibly.

 

Qualifications/ Requirements

• Post-secondary education, along with Supply Management Training of the NISCL's professional development program (or similar) and minimum 5 years experience.
• Experience with Canadian government contracts would be advantageous as well as familiarity with export regulations and general freight terms.
• Excellent verbal, written communication skills are essential to this position.
• Able to work autonomously and as a member of a high performing team.
• Ability to collaborate broadly with peers and stakeholders, internally within MDA, and with Suppliers.
• MS Office proficiency; data analytic skills will be an asset.
• Excellent communication skills with a focus on customer service and time management is essential. Must be computer literate; possess time management, interpersonal skills and an understanding of supply chain responsibilities and consequences
• Apply sourcing and negotiation skills with problem solving skills and analytical ability.

 

Comments/Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the RELIABILITY status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

We’re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA’s and Canada’s leadership in this next golden age.

MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.

MDA is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process.  Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

The compensation range for this position is $83,000 to $102,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

For more information, visit www.mda.space.