Buyer Analyst

Canadian Solar Inc. is one of the world’s largest solar modular producers. As a leading vertically integrated provider of ingots, wafers, solar cells, solar modules, solar power systems and specialized solar products, Canadian Solar delivers uncompromising value to its customers across the globe. 

Description: 

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for the supportive and administrative duties related to purchasing, logistics and inventory. The Purchasing Specialist will perform a range of duties in support of Management and staff which contribute to the successful performance of Procurement ensure successful business operations and maintain a focus on continuous improvement processes. 

Responsibilities: 

• Creates request for quotation (RFQ); Meet with vendors and select vendors based on price, service and ability to meet production needs 

• Controls ordering of materials, monitor and determine inventory levels and work with vendors to ensure on time delivery 

• Processes purchase requisitions from internal departments and ensure proper approvals have been given prior to placing items on order 

• Liaises with freight forwarder, domestic and international suppliers regularly to monitor the status of shipment and ensure materials arrive on time 

• Identifies and communicates issues arising from the supply of materials  and services with both the vendor and internal material team 

• Works with team members to identify instances of damaged shipments, including addressing and following up with suppliers, insurance companies and field inspectors to close the claim 

• Monitors, evaluates, and analyze vendor performance to ensure quality and delivery requirements are met 

• Manages supplier relationships and update management on any issues with vendors 

• Manages, maintains and, update Material Requirement Planning (MRP) data and investigate abnormal material usage 

• Monitors production schedules to assess future production needs; Balance available materials on order with ongoing production requirements 

• Participates in weekly planning and purchasing conference calls 

• Performs new material cost evaluation for management review 

• Takes on additional tasks when other departmental staff are absent 

• Ensures that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Canadian Solar Solution Code of Business Conduct 

• Supports ISO 9001 activities 

• Adheres to all environmental, health and safety rules and policies 

• Conducts other duties as required 

Qualifications and Experience: 

• Degree/Diploma in procurement field and/or related experience 

• Demonstrated analytical skills with particular attention to detail 

• Effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization 

• Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with corporate departments and key external stakeholders 

• Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently 

• Excellent time and project management skills 

• Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Office and enterprise ERP system and e-mail required 

• Experience using SAP is an asset 

Note: The company reserves the right to change the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time as its own discretion.