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At ELCAN, you’re not just starting a job – you’re building a career. We offer a dynamic, forward-thinking work environment featuring:

A culture of innovation and teamwork
Opportunities for skill development and career advancement
Job flexibility and a supportive workplace culture
Competitive compensation, including a signing bonus, annual incentive program, subsidized cafeteria, and tuition reimbursement opportunities
You’ll be contributing to projects that push the limits of optical performance and have a real-world impact, all while working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

Primary Responsibilities:

Responsible for purchasing materials and services to meet operational requirements
Maintain records and tracking for cost and schedule of all purchased items
Monitor inventory and plan accordingly
Create and maintain relationships with suppliers
Order products and authorize payments
Ensure the accuracy of purchase orders
Research product and material selections
Other tasks as assigned
Qualifications You Must Have:

Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree in Materials Management, Business Administration or related experience would be considered an asset.
Experience with supply chain and related systems, procurement, production control/material planning, receiving, cost estimating, logistics, and/or finance
Effective verbal and written communicator at all levels in the organization
Required to have strong negotiation, problem-solving & decision making skills
Proven experience to remain organized, and prioritize work effectively.
Qualifications We Prefer:

Work experience in Supply Chain within the Aerospace and Military Defense industry
Experience working in a manufacturing/engineering environment
Proficient knowledge of basic computer programs (Microsoft Office suite) and advanced typing abilities
Experience interfacing with external customers and all levels of internal organization
A certificate in purchasing from the Purchasing Management Association of Canada would be an asset
Supply Chain Certification is an asset
Other Position Details:

ELCAN does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applications for our positions.

This position involves technologies regulated by the Canadian government’s Controlled Goods Program and the Contract Security Program. In order to obtain the required security clearance, candidates must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada, have resided in Canada for a minimum of five consecutive years, and meet all other program requirements. Job offers will be conditional upon candidates undergoing a successful security screening per the Controlled Goods Regulations and the Contract Security Program.