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The position plays a key role in improving procurement processes, managing supplier performance, and supporting lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives. The Procurement Planner is responsible for ensuring materials and components are procured efficiently to support the master production schedule and meet customer demand.

<div><strong>Primary Job Title:</strong><br/> Procurement Planner</div><div><strong>Alternate/Related Job Titles:</strong></div><ul><li><div>Supply Chain Planner</div></li><li><div>Purchasing Planner</div></li><li><div>Materials Planner</div></li><li><div>Procurement Specialist</div></li><li><div>Supply Chain Procurement Analyst</div></li></ul><div><strong>Location:</strong><br/> Milton, ON, Canada</div><div><strong>Onsite Flexibility:</strong><br/> Onsite</div><hr/><h2><strong>Contract Details</strong></h2><ul><li><div><strong>Position Type:</strong> Contract</div></li><li><div><strong>Contract Duration:</strong> 9+ Months</div></li><li><div><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP<br/><strong>Pay rate</strong>: C$30/hr</div></li></ul><hr/><h2><strong>Job Summary</strong></h2><div>The <strong>Procurement Planner</strong> is responsible for ensuring materials and components are procured efficiently to support the master production schedule and meet customer demand. This role manages supplier coordination, purchase order execution, and inventory optimization to ensure continuity of supply for manufacturing operations. The position plays a key role in improving procurement processes, managing supplier performance, and supporting lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.</div><hr/><h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2><ul><li><div>Review material requirements and initiate purchase orders based on <strong>MRP signals and demand forecasts</strong></div></li><li><div>Attend production and escalation meetings to resolve supply issues and prevent material shortages</div></li><li><div>Provide updates on open purchase orders and delivery commitments during weekly order status meetings</div></li><li><div>Release, expedite, defer, or cancel purchase orders through the <strong>MRP workbench</strong></div></li><li><div>Analyze supplier schedules and reschedule purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery while maintaining inventory targets</div></li><li><div>Review <strong>excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory</strong> and implement reduction strategies such as returns, reallocation, reuse, or disposal</div></li><li><div>Process supplier non-conformance reports and support resolution activities</div></li><li><div>Review MRP exception messages and adjust purchase order actions accordingly</div></li><li><div>Review demand history and recommend updates to stocking strategies, reorder points, and min-max levels</div></li><li><div>Maintain procurement-related <strong>kanban systems</strong> where applicable</div></li><li><div>Monitor and resolve invoice discrepancies in coordination with suppliers and Accounts Payable</div></li><li><div>Provide forecasts and schedule visibility to suppliers for long-term capacity planning</div></li><li><div>Allocate and prioritize material supply to support customer delivery requirements</div></li><li><div>Support cycle counting, inventory adjustments, and root cause analysis for procurement-related issues</div></li><li><div>Monitor inventory performance and ensure <strong>Days-on-Hand (DOH)</strong> targets are met</div></li><li><div>Support plant initiatives related to <strong>lean manufacturing, safety, quality, and continuous improvement</strong></div></li><li><div>Participate in supplier performance improvement initiatives focused on delivery reliability and quality</div></li><li><div>Participate in <strong>Annual Physical Inventory activities</strong></div></li></ul><hr/><h2><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></h2><ul><li><div><strong>High School Diploma required</strong></div></li><li><div><strong>Minimum 2 years of experience</strong> in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or a related production support role</div></li><li><div>Must be <strong>legally authorized to work in Canada without company sponsorship</strong></div></li></ul><hr/><h2><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></h2><ul><li><div><strong>2+ years of experience working with MRP or ERP systems</strong></div></li><li><div>Experience in <strong>design-for-manufacturing or engineered-to-order environments</strong></div></li><li><div>Experience with <strong>Lean and Six Sigma tools</strong></div></li><li><div><strong>Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification</strong> is an asset</div></li><li><div><strong>APICS / ASCM certification</strong> or currently pursuing certification</div></li></ul><hr/><h2><strong>Required Skills</strong></h2><ul><li><div>Purchasing and procurement process management</div></li><li><div>Supplier coordination and performance management</div></li><li><div>MRP / ERP systems knowledge</div></li><li><div>Inventory management and demand planning</div></li><li><div>Analytical problem-solving and supply chain optimization</div></li></ul><hr/><h2><strong>Preferred Skills</strong></h2><ul><li><div>Oracle MRP system experience</div></li><li><div>Lean manufacturing practices</div></li><li><div>Data analysis and forecasting</div></li><li><div>Strong Excel and MS Office proficiency</div></li><li><div>Project coordination and cross-functional collaboration</div></li></ul><hr/><h2><strong>Position Criteria</strong></h2><ul><li><div>Strong understanding of purchasing processes, supplier management, and negotiation principles</div></li><li><div>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</div></li><li><div>Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills</div></li><li><div>Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities</div></li><li><div>Intermediate proficiency with <strong>Microsoft Office tools</strong>, including Excel and Access</div></li><li><div>Technical aptitude related to <strong>electrical distribution and control systems</strong></div></li><li><div>Strong time management and project coordination skills</div></li></ul><hr/><h2> </h2><h2><strong>About the Client</strong></h2><div>Our client is an <strong>intelligent power management company</strong> focused on sustainability and improving quality of life through innovative energy solutions. The organization develops technologies that help customers manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power more efficiently and reliably. With a strong commitment to innovation, safety, and environmental responsibility, the company delivers solutions that support modern infrastructure and global energy needs.</div><hr/><h2><strong>About GTT</strong></h2><div>GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity.</div><hr/><div><strong>Job Number:</strong> 26-02484</div><div> #gttca  #LI-GTT  #ZRCA  #LI-Onsite</div>

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