Looking to join a dynamic team? We’ve got just what you’re looking for! Join the Prelco team as a Buyer/Expeditor. In this role, you will primarily be responsible for the tactical procurement of materials, equipment, and services to support organizational needs. This role ensures timely and cost-effective purchasing, maintains strong supplier relationships, and supports production goals through effective coordination and communication. If you have a strong foundation in manufacturing environments and bring strong procurement expertise, you might be the ideal candidate.
HERE ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Analyze purchasing needs based on sales orders, inventory levels, and operational forecasts.
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Source, negotiate, and procure goods, materials, and services in a timely and cost‑effective manner.
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Prepare and manage RFQs, RFPs, bids, and supplier documentation to support competitive sourcing
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Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure reliability, quality and continuous improvement
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Review and negotiate pricing, service agreements, and contract terms
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Monitor market trends and pricing fluctuations to inform purchasing strategies
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Monitor supply levels and delivery schedules, proactively identifying potential shortages or delays and recommending alternatives to minimize operational disruption
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Advise internal teams on lead times and procurement timelines to support planning and scheduling
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Investigate and resolve supplier quality issues, manage NCRs and coordinate returns, credits or replacements.
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Verify vendor invoices and resolve billing discrepancies professionally and efficiently.
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Liaise with internal departments to maintain ERP accuracy and data integrity.
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Maintain complete and accurate vendor documentation and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
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Support sourcing strategies for key material categories to optimize cost and performance.
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Identify supply chain risks and support mitigation strategies
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Act as a backup for other roles within the Operations team to ensure continuity.
DO YOU HAVE THE PROFIL WE’RE LOOKING FOR?
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Qualification & Experience: Bachelor’s degree, with strong experience in procurement or supply chain roles within a manufacturing environment (essential)
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Language Skills: Strong verbal and written communication with effective cross-functional collaboration.
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Technical Skills: Advanced working knowledge of ERP systems; strong understanding of purchasing processes
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Soft Skills: Strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, and effective prioritization and execution in a fast‑paced environment.
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Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods and move between office and production floor environment as needed
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Value: Committed to accuracy, operational efficiency and continuous improvement
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Interest: Building strong, value-added supplier partnership
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Asset: Exposure to ISO or other quality management system and experience with continuous improvement tools
HERE’S WHAT PRELCO OFFERS YOU:
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13 paid statutory holidays per year.
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Paid sick time & Flex hours
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Paid Vacation time
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Comprehensive group insurance plan.
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24/7 access to a telemedicine service.
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
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Employer contribution to RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
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Professional Development Support
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Company events & social hours
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On-site parking
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Casual dress code
WITH THE PRELCO GROUP YOU JOIN:
An organization with 8 facilities located across Eastern North America and more than 650 employees, the Prelco Group is a leader in the manufacturing of value‑added glass products. We design and manufacture glazing solutions for commercial and institutional buildings, residential towers, as well as specialized glazing for land, rail, and marine vehicles.
This position is with Prelco Industrial Inc., Belleville, known for delivering high-quality, innovative window solution that meet the evolving needs of the marine, rail, transit, and defense sector. With robust designs, engineering excellence, and commitment to quality, we manage projects of all sizes from concept to delivery
All applications are reviewed by real people – not AI and this posting is to fill an existing position.
Prelco Industrial Inc. is committed to accessible, barrier-free recruitment process in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, accommodations are available, upon request, for applicants with disabilities at any stage of the hiring process.
If you’re looking to work within a growing organization recognized as a leader in its industry, we encourage you to apply.
We thank all candidates for your interest; however, please note, only those under consideration will be contacted.
