Purchasing Specialist
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Full-time, Monday to Friday

GL CHEMTEC INTERNATIONAL LTD. is a proudly Canadian company, delivering custom molecules and contract research services to the scientific community since 2002.

From its inception, GL CHEMTEC has been focused on the synthesis of small molecules, targeted library generation, synthetic route development, rapid scale- up and process optimization.

GL CHEMTEC is comprised of a team of multi-disciplinary scientists, who are able to efficiently bridge the gap between analytical, organic, and polymer chemistry. Over the past decade, due to this strong combination of expertise, our organization has continued to grow in both areas, organic chemistry/process development for pharma and biotech and innovative material/polymer development for the medical device industry.

Some major innovations recently developed at GL CHEMTEC new hydrogels and silicon hydrogels, novel contact lens technologies, as well as new drug delivery technologies, organ-on-a-chip/organoids, and disruptive treatments for dry-eye disease.

GL CHEMTEC INTERNATIONAL is proud to be ISO 13485:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified.

We have a commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion in the workplace.

Position description:

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Purchasing Specialist.

As the Purchasing Specialist your overall responsibilities will include placing purchase orders for the timely delivery of goods (chemicals, solvents, equipment,  parts, etc.) and services in support of GL CHEMTEC’s daily operations. The Purchasing Specialist also performs market analysis (supply chains, vendor qualification and monitoring, etc.) and applies this knowledge in order to ensure the quality and fair pricing of materials procured. The Purchasing Specialist will foster relationships with existing vendors and build relationships with new vendors to ensure a timely supply of material to the company. The Purchasing Specialist will be also responsible for coordinating the daily shipping and receiving activities of the company. The Purchasing Specialist will work closely with all levels of the GL CHEMTEC team, from management, to BD, to the R&D chemists directly. Communication skills will be the key to success as you will be responsible for proper data flow and management of expectations and timelines under both ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016.

Primary responsibilities: 

• Prepare RFQs and seek quotes from current or new suppliers, negotiate prices, incoterms, delivery, lead-times, payment terms, etc.
• Analyze and calculate material costs, negotiate lowest prices with suppliers and ensure on time delivery. 
• Monitor common raw materials to minimize the inventory.
• Support and manage sourcing activities throughout process development and scale-up and projects.
• Maintain a good working relationship with suppliers and internal stakeholders.  
• Work closely with project leaders to support their activities and material needs.
• Identify and lead cost reduction opportunities within assigned commodities by re-negotiating, resourcing, redesigning, or consolidating supplier base.
• Facilitate or assist in resolving any potential supplier quality issues that may arise.
• Have the ability to source certain raw materials globally. 
• Ensure the consistent application of proper sourcing protocols as per the GLC ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016 Quality Management Systems.
• Ensure the proper flow, retentions and distribution of all documents required to properly fulfill orders and render payments to vendors.
• Work closely with Production Management to review material requirements and ensure daily communication between Purchasing and Production/R&D on all delays or issues regarding Delivery on Time targets.
• Take full responsibility for shipping and receiving.
• Complete related job duties and assignments, as required.

Position requirements:

• B.Sc. from a recognized University and a minimum of two years of  industrial experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, time management skills, and presentation skills.
• Able to interact efficiently and respectfully with group members internally and externally.
• Proven ability to work independently.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at one time

Please note that applicants must be legally allowed to work in Canada.

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program
• Mental Health support