Buyer
Linamar — Guelph, ON, Canada
Posted 2026-10-22
Buyer The Buyer position, under direct supervision, responsible for selecting and negotiating with approved vendors and placing purchase orders in response to service or material requirements (quantity and timing). Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966. Performance Expectations · Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services for use or for further processing. · Assess requirements and develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased. · Invite tenders, consult with suppliers and review quotations. · Define or negotiate contract terms and conditions, award supplier contracts or recommend contract awards. · Establish delivery schedules, monitor progress and contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems. · Improve computerized tool inventory control system. · Follow purchasing procedures in place for the purchase of materials / services. · Issue and maintain records as needed. · Expedite orders as needed. · Assist in planning and achieving cost reduction goals. · Monitor and maintain supplier performance and communicate results. · Provide follow up on purchased items with suppliers. · Create spreadsheets for t