Student: Buyer- Planner

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure.

The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. 

For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

We’re on the hunt for a Student: Buyer- Planner on our Satellite systems team at our Montreal office.

Role :

Responsible for the material requirement planning, negotiation and purchasing of material and services that are simple in nature, with due consideration of cost, quality and delivery within the specified limits and in accordance with the signing levels identified. Capable of procuring items included in overhead costs, building services, capital expenses and standard items and components available on the commercial, military and space market. Receives specific assignments with periodic supervision.

Tasks :

• Analyze MRP messages and take appropriate actions
• Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers
• Analyze received quotes and place purchase orders within established limits of authority
• Perform follow-up activities on purchase order and shipment tracking information to ensure on-time deliveries
• Proactively report material availability issues
• Prepare and communicate procurement plans or forecasts to suppliers
• Understand market trends of assigned commodities
• Resolve receiving and invoicing discrepancies
• Review and implement engineering change notices for items included in the assigned commodities
• Support Sales and Engineering inquiries on material availability and costs
• Monitor and maintain the Supply Chain related Item Master Data for items included in the assigned commodities
• Contribute to process improvement and lean initiatives related to items included in assigned commodities
• Assist with new supplier development and qualification
• Review monthly suppliers performance and define corrective action plan if required
• Represent the company in meetings with sales representatives of current/future suppliers

 

Required Qualifications :

• Student in the process of obtaining a bachelor's degree in a business-related field
• 0-2 years of relevant experience
• A combination of other pertinent education/experience could be considered
• Some understanding of Export Control Regulations
• Experience in procurement of electronic components
• Demonstrate good organizational skills and the ability to adapt to change
• Sense of urgency
• Basic problem solving and decision making
• Accountability and responsibility
• Basic analytical and negotiating skills
• Good communication skills
• Customer focus (internal and external)
• Fluency in spoken and written French. Knowledge of English is an asset.

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Details related to the position : 

• Temporary position (summer)

Comments/Special Considerations :

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.

Benefits statement :

MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.

Equal opportunity statement :

MDA is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.