Buyer Planner

Req ID: 9718

Remote Opportunities: Semi-Remote

We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come… for our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We are positioned at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Our businesses develop technology that helps save our customers energy and reduce their carbon emissions. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and location-aware applications.

Job Summary

In a context where flexibility and autonomy are paramount, we are looking for a versatile and strategic Buyer/Planner to join our team. Under the supervision of the Supply Chain Director, you will be responsible for managing the entire purchasing process, from supplier selection to receipt of goods, including negotiation. Your role will be key in optimizing our costs, ensuring the quality of our products, and ensuring the smooth running of our new product development projects.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Daily and Project Purchasing Management:
- Ensure rigorous tracking of orders, from creation to receipt.
- Manage a portfolio of key suppliers, optimizing business relationships.
- Work closely with design teams to define needs and select suitable suppliers.
- Proactively resolve supply chain issues.
- Maintain up-to-date item and supplier data in the ERP system.
- Plan customer orders.
Development of Purchasing Strategy:
- Identify new opportunities for cost optimization and quality improvement.
- Propose innovative solutions to address supply challenges.
- Monitor performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of purchasing activities.
Use of IT Tools:
- Experience using an ERP to manage purchasing data (Microsoft Dynamics is an asset).
- Use the Office suite to perform analyses and reports in Excel.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Operations and Production Management or equivalent.
Minimum of 5 years of experience with the complete supply cycle (research, cost analysis, negotiation, sample purchasing, and quality control).
Written and verbal bilingualism (French and English) for communication with suppliers outside Quebec.
Experience in the manufacturing sector (essential).
Experience working with various parts and materials (steel, aluminum, plastic, electrical/electronic components, etc.).
Excellent knowledge of purchasing, logistics, planning, and material control functions.
Good knowledge of ERPs (Dynamics AX is an asset).
Good knowledge of Excel.

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.

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