Vuteq Canada is a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing organization, located in Woodstock, Ontario.

By continually improving our systems and processes through ongoing evaluation of company objectives, we are able to maintain our commitment in ensuring that requirements and expectations for quality and safety are realized.

We strive to be an indispensable partner to our customers, driven by our team members and their engagement, and commit to developing the future with passion and sincerity.

Job Summary
 
Compiles data, researches existing and potential new suppliers for cost effective products.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 

• Compares prices, specifications and qualifications of products required for production of Customer goods
• Confers with suppliers concerning cost and cost reduction ideas
• Works with Sales/Engineering to support Customer requests
• Reading drawings and interpreting requirements
• Compiling data for supplier capabilities
• Visiting suppliers to confirm capabilities and processes
• Create and maintain standard cost files for commodities
• Participate in APR discussions with suppliers
• Issue purchase orders for production material as required
• Determine and work with suppliers/warehouse on new packaging requirements
• VA/VE Activities
• Set and Meet Annual Cost Reduction Targets by Commodity

 
Job Qualifications
 
Education

• Diploma/Degree from College or University; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proven Negotiation skills
• Cost Analysis/Breakdown Understanding

 
Training

• WHMIS

 
Computer Skills

• Internet software, inventory software, manufacturing software, project management software, spreadsheet software, word processing software

 
Working Conditions
           
Physical Effort and Requirements of this Position
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. Occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
 
Intellectual Activities and Requirements of this Position
Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as; drawings, quotations, specifications, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organizations

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

 
Reasoning Abilities

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

 
Work Environment
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and working in high precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
 
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities
 
None

 

If you are up to the challenge associated with a fast-paced, Tier 1 automotive company, please email your cover letter and resume, along with your salary expectations, to:

Human Resources Department
careers@vuteq.ca

Vuteq Canada Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.