Buyer, Tubular Products, Ontario G/L, Mississauga

Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution and processing companies in North America servicing customers and suppliers primarily in Canada, the United States, and on occasion worldwide. The Company operates in three business segments: service centre distribution, energy sector pipe, tube, valve and fitting distribution and steel import/export distribution.  We provide steel processing and distribution services to a broad base of over 18, 000 end users through a network of 70 North American branches.
 
We are currently seeking a highly motivated, results oriented individual for the position of Buyer – Tubular Products in our Ontario General Line Division, Mississauga Office, reporting to the Product Manager.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage the inventory levels by product to satisfy future sales requirements while maintaining effective inventory control.
• To be responsible for the complete and accurate preparation of all documentation pertaining to the purchase and or revisions of inventory requirements.
• Monitor and participate in the coordination of inventory requirements for specific contract accounts that have committed stocking programs with our branch.
• Work closely with Product Manager to advise of changing market/supply situations and impending problems which may occur with incoming materials.
• Support Sales with outsourcing for material and be familiar with all relevant suppliers, their product ranges and capabilities.
• Conform to systems and standards in the ISO 9002 Quality Standards in accordance with the Branch Q.A. Manual.
• Coordinate and issue proper documentation to satisfactorily settle any claims.
• Coordinate and negotiate incoming traffic requirements with reputable carriers at competitive rates.
• Update computer systems of suppliers’ lead times, pricing and inventory classifications.

Job Requirements:

• Effective negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, time management and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Preferable

• Post Secondary education in the field of Purchasing/Marketing/Sales or Business Administration.
• Previous purchasing experience.
Interested applicants are invited to apply directly to Human Resources via mail, fax or e-mail to:

Russel Metals Inc.
210-1900 Minnesota Court
Mississauga, Ontario
L5N 3C9
Fax: (905) 819-7292
Email: hrdept@russelmetals.com
Deadline Date: May 28, 2008

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We are an equal opportunity employer.