Purchasing Manager

at  Buhler Industries Inc

Buhler Versatile Inc. is pleased to announce it is under the new ownership of Asko Holdings. We look forward to what the future will bring.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education is preferred or related industry experience
• Eight (8) to Ten(10) years of purchasing management experience
• Previous experience as a buyer of components for agricultural equipment manufacturing or other similar large mobile equipment is a requirement
• Technical background in the area of reading and understanding mechanical blueprints
• Broad commercial and supply chain experience in procurement
• Ability to identify root causes and to solve problems for both the short and long term
• Strong leadership skills. Experience in developing and mentoring team members
• Ability to step in to assist the team and to provide direction
• Ability to lead complex negotiations
• Must be comfortable presenting to groups and or upper management
• Valid driver’s license and passport and the ability to travel as required

EXPERIENCE:

At least 8 year(s)

• Lead and develop existing buying team
• Step in to assist buyers and to provide direction and mentorship
• Consider broad commercial and non-commercial factors in negotiations
• Interact well with both internal stakeholders and outside vendors
• Achieve negotiation outcomes that are win-win results
• Anticipate potential obstacles and develop contingency plans to overcome them
• Consider the organization’s priorities when making decisions or analyzing the costs and benefits of various alternative solution