SENIOR BUYER

at  LCI Education

As a Senior Buyer, under the supervision of the Property, Services, and Real Estate Manager, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, and managing procurement operations. You will oversee purchasing, inventory control, the management of product distribution networks, and the procurement of IT equipment. You will play a key role in evaluating and negotiating with suppliers and collaborating closely with internal departments to optimize procurement processes while aligning purchasing strategies with the company’s objectives.

REQUIREMENTS

• University degree in Supply Chain Management or Procurement and Contract Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Minimum of 7 to 9 years of experience in a similar position, including staff management responsibilities;
• Required bilingualism (English and French);
• Expertise in specialized inventory management systems for the relevant categories;
• Advanced data analysis skills, tailored to furniture and IT equipment specifics;
• Experience in tracking payables and re-billing, ensuring accurate cost attributions.
  This role involves interaction with internal and external clients and partners on a national and global scale. Professional proficiency in English is therefore a requirement for this role.

• Research and evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and reputation criteria;
• Negotiate terms and conditions of contracts (pricing, delivery timelines, payment terms);
• Manage purchase orders from creation to delivery in collaboration with suppliers and internal teams;
• Periodically review and renew contracts based on supplier performance;
• Establish inventory tracking procedures to ensure real-time visibility of stock levels and locations;
• Use specialized inventory management systems for optimal control;
• Coordinate inventory activities and analyze data to identify improvement opportunities and mitigate potential risks;
• Implement an effective tracking system for payables related to purchases;
• Collaborate with the finance department to meet payment deadlines and ensure accurate cost allocations;
• Establish precise re-billing procedures and prepare purchase and expense reports;
• Work with operational teams to integrate changes based on inventory analyses;
• Participate in strategic meetings and provide recommendations based on market and purchasing trends.